5G RedCap is still in its initial stages of development and growth, particularly when it comes to compatible devices and chipsets. Nevertheless, indications of future growth for 5G RedCap are already emerging.
To deploy RedCap, operators must first have a 5G standalone network, making the ongoing expansion of 5G SA networks worldwide a guide to RedCap readiness. As of February 2025, GSA identified 154 operators in 63 countries investing in 5G standalone. When assessing the global status of 5G RedCap in this latest report, GSA identified 26 operators in 18 countries that are currently investing in RedCap technology, indicating the early stage of its development.
Join the GSA Research Team as they dig into this data, revealing the RedCap early adopters and how the vendor ecosystem is responding to the new IoT opportunities.
Live webinar: Tuesday 29th April at 3pm UK (BST)
During this live webinar and Q&A you will learn:
- What is 5G RedCap?
- 5G RedCap Use Cases
- LTE-M and NB-IoT Status and Comparisons
- 5G Standalone and 5G RedCap Networks Status
- 5G RedCap Device Ecosystem
- New GSA initiatives to drive and support the RedCap ecosystem
Register below for this 30-minute GSA Snapshot webinar.