What Cavli Wireless does

Cavli Wireless (legal entity Cavli Inc., incorporated in India with commercial headquarters in San Jose, USA) is a private end-to-end cellular IoT solutions provider founded in 2017. The company designs and manufactures cellular IoT hardware modules and operates the cloud-based Cavli Hubble platform for connectivity management, device management, and IoT data routing. Cavli targets OEMs and system integrators across seven primary use-case verticals — agriculture, automotive and micromobility, energy and utilities, healthcare, industry 4.0, smart cities, and transportation and logistics — with a stated manufacturing base in India and a distribution-led go-to-market reaching 180+ countries through a global reseller network and a solution consulting team.

The product portfolio spans 18+ cellular IoT modules across six technology categories: 5G NR (CQM211, CQM212, CQM215), 5G RedCap (CQM220), LTE Cat 4 (CQ20, C20QM, CQS290, CQS291, CQS292, CQS315), LTE Cat 1 (C10QM, CQ10, C11QM), LTE Cat 1bis (CQ16, C16QS, C17QS), LPWA (C41QS), plus an automotive-grade module (AQ20). The modules are paired with the Cavli Hubble platform, which consists of three layers: Hubble Network Cloud for subscription and connectivity management, Hubble Messaging Service for cloud-agnostic IoT data routing with pre-built integrations for AWS, Azure, GCP, Kafka, RabbitMQ, NATS, MQTT, Redpanda, Redis, Elastic, MongoDB, and SQL, and Hubble Applet Services for remote diagnostics, AT command execution, and FOTA/DFOTA firmware updates. Technical differentiators include the EDGE dual-OS capability (ThreadX RTOS and Yocto Linux on the same hardware) and dual form factor modules (LGA and M.2). Integrated eSIM technology provides multi-network access across the 180+ country footprint.

Cavli generates revenue through a combination of one-time cellular IoT module hardware sales and recurring connectivity subscriptions via eSIM and the Hubble platform, supplemented by evaluation kits (EVKs) and device development kits (DDKs) sold for prototyping. The company sells exclusively through a global distributor network with a solution consulting team supporting enterprise engagements, and pricing is quote-based rather than publicly disclosed. Disclosed capital raised totals approximately $12.7M across a 2018 seed round from ANME and a 2023 Series A from Chiratae Ventures and Qualcomm Ventures, plus an undisclosed early-stage round in March 2025. Headcount is reported at 101-250, revenue is not publicly disclosed, and the company is actively pursuing EU Cyber Resilience Act compliance with a December 2027 target.

Name

Cavli Wireless

Legal name

Cavli Inc.

Website

https://cavliwireless.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Cavli Wireless is a private cellular IoT solutions provider offering 18+ 5G, LTE, and LPWA modules integrated with the cloud-based Hubble connectivity platform and global eSIM services, targeting OEMs and system integrators across 180+ countries in industrial, automotive, smart city, and logistics verticals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cellular IoT Modules and Connectivity

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220), Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (517112), Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33429)

SIC

Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Radio & Tv Broadcasting & Communications Equipment (3663)

akta.pro primary industry

Cellular IoT/M2M Gateways & Routers (LTE/5G) (HDAFAIAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

IoT Connectivity Management (Private APN, SIM/eSIM, Device Connectivity) (HDAIAGAG), Private Cellular Networks for Utilities (Private LTE/5G Core, RAN, SIM/eSIM) (EUADAIAF)

Keywords

• Cellular IoT modules
• IoT connectivity platform
• ESIM management
• 5G LTE modules
• M2M connectivity solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

San Jose

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Cellular IoT Hardware Modules: Sale of cellular IoT modules across multiple technology categories including 5G NR, 5G RedCap, LTE Cat 4, LTE Cat 1, LTE Cat 1bis, and LPWA modules. Revenue generated from one-time hardware sales to OEMs and system integrators.
2. Global SIM Connectivity Services: eSIM and SIM connectivity services providing remote SIM management and multi-network access across 180+ countries including NB-IoT, LTE-M and wideband LTE networks. Generates recurring connectivity subscription revenue.
3. Hubble Platform Subscriptions: Cloud-based connectivity management platform providing subscription-based access for network subscription management, device management, messaging services, and OTA firmware updates for large-scale IoT deployments.
4. EVKs & DDKs: Evaluation kits and Device Development Kits sold to OEMs for prototyping and development, including OpenCPU access support for accelerated proof-of-concept development.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Cavli Wireless designs and manufactures cellular IoT modules across 5G NR, 5G RedCap, LTE Cat 4, LTE Cat 1, LTE Cat 1bis, and LPWA technologies, paired with integrated eSIM connectivity and the Cavli Hubble cloud platform for subscription, device, and messaging management. The company delivers an end-to-end IoT solution covering hardware modules, global cellular connectivity in 180+ countries, and cloud-based network/device management for OEMs and system integrators.

Product overview

Cavli Wireless is an end-to-end IoT solutions provider offering a unified platform-plus-modules architecture consisting of cellular IoT hardware modules and the Cavli Hubble IoT platform. The hardware portfolio spans 18+ cellular IoT modules across six technology categories: 5G NR (CQM211, CQM212, CQM215), 5G RedCap (CQM220), LTE Cat 4 (CQ20, C20QM, CQS290, CQS291, CQS292, CQS315), LTE Cat 1 (C10QM, CQ10, C11QM), LTE Cat 1bis (CQ16, C16QS, C17QS), and LPWA (C41QS), plus an Automotive-grade module (AQ20). The Cavli Hubble platform provides cloud-based connectivity management (Hubble Network Cloud), IoT data routing (Hubble Messaging Service supporting AWS, Azure, GCP, Kafka, RabbitMQ), and cloud-powered device intelligence (Hubble Applet Services including AT Command Terminal and FOTA/DFOTA). The company also offers eSIM technology and development kits (DDK/EVK) for prototyping through production. The product ecosystem is designed for seamless interoperability from prototyping to global deployment across industries including industrial IoT, automotive, smart cities, and energy utilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Hubble: Cloud-based connectivity and IoT module management platform designed to support IoT deployments across their full lifecycle, featuring subscription management, messaging service, and device management capabilities.

Products and services

• CQM211 5G NR Module 5G NR/LTE Cat 16 cellular IoT module with Qualcomm SDX61 chipset delivering up to 7.01 Gbps throughput, dual-band GNSS, OpenWrt OS, 1GB LPDDR4X + 4GB NAND memory, available in LGA and M.2 form factors for smart cities, industrial automation, and surveillance applications.
• CQM212 5G NR Module 5G NR module in the C-Series portfolio for high-bandwidth IoT deployments.
• CQM215 5G NR Module 5G NR module in the C-Series portfolio for high-bandwidth IoT deployments.
• CQM220 5G RedCap Module 5G RedCap (Reduced Capability) module with Cat 4 fallback, PCIe Gen 2.0, SGMII, and multi-constellation GNSS, designed for sustained IoT applications requiring low-power, wide-area connectivity.
• CQ20 LTE Cat 4 Module LTE Cat 4 module for IoT devices requiring higher data rates in data transmission applications.
• C20QM LTE Cat 4 Module LTE Cat 4 module with mPCIe form factor for industrial routers and gateways requiring reliable connectivity.
• CQS290 LTE Cat 4 Module LTE Cat 4 module with eSIM integration for seamless cloud gateway connectivity.
• CQS291 LTE Cat 4 Module LTE Cat 4 module in the CQS series for industrial IoT deployments.
• CQS292 LTE Cat 4 Module LTE Cat 4 module in the CQS series for industrial IoT deployments.
• CQS315 LTE Cat 4 Module LTE Cat 4 module for advanced IoT connectivity solutions.
• C10QM LTE Cat 1 Module LTE Cat 1 module with 10 Mbps downlink and 5 Mbps uplink throughput, designed for wide-area IoT connectivity with moderate data requirements.
• CQ10 LTE Cat 1 Module LTE Cat 1 module for consistent long-range performance with wide-area IoT connectivity.
• C11QM LTE Cat 1 Module Dual-OS LTE Cat 1 IoT module with GNSS and 2G fallback. Powered by Qualcomm MDM9207-1 with ARM Cortex-A7 processor, supports ThreadX RTOS or Yocto Linux (Kernel 4.14). Compact LGA package (26.5 x 22.5 x 2.3 mm) with comprehensive interfaces.
• CQ16 LTE Cat 1bis Module LTE Cat 1bis module delivering reliable, mid-range data speeds with ultra-low power consumption and advanced power-saving modes for asset tracking and smart metering.
• C16QS LTE Cat 1bis Module LTE Cat 1bis module with mPCIe form factor for cost-sensitive deployments requiring low-power, reliable IoT connectivity.
• C17QS LTE Cat 1bis Module LTE Cat 1bis module with aggressive power-saving features for metering and tracking applications.
• C41QS LPWA Module LPWA (Low Power Wide Area) module for long-range, energy-efficient connectivity in low-power applications such as smart meters and sensors.
• AQ20 Automotive Module Automotive-grade IoT module designed for safer driving experiences in connected vehicle ecosystems.
• Hubble Network Cloud Cloud-based connectivity and IoT module management platform providing subscription management, data usage limits, cross-border connectivity, and usage analytics across the full device lifecycle for OEMs and system integrators.
• Hubble Messaging Service (HMS) Cloud-agnostic IoT routing platform supporting AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Kafka, RabbitMQ, and other endpoints. Delivers pre-structured, schema-ready data with dual-channel architecture (Control Plane and Data Plane) for massive IoT deployments.
• Hubble Applet Services Cloud-powered modem intelligence applets including AT Command Terminal for remote diagnostics, FOTA/DFOTA for firmware updates, and device control capabilities for fleet-wide IoT deployments.
• Cavli Hubble eSIM Integrated eSIM technology enabling remote SIM management and multi-network access, reducing reliance on physical SIMs and roaming costs for global IoT deployments across 180+ countries.
• IoT Device Development Kit (DDK) Enhanced C-Series DDK providing flexible product development and evaluation with OpenCPU access to Cavli Smart Modules, GPIOs, and interfaces. Supports C10QM and C20QM modules with simplified circuit design and reduced time-to-market.
• IoT Evaluation Kit (EVK) Breakout board for C-Series Smart Modems with provisions for external LTE and GNSS antennas, UART and USB debugging, and external MCU connectivity. Supports C41QS and C16QS modules.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced R&D effort and costs through OpenCPU access and DDK/EVK prototyping tools
• +3 more outcomes

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration15 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• AWS (Amazon Web Services)coreTechnology or Integration · 26 November 2025Cavli Hubble Messaging Service provides pre-configured support for AWS cloud endpoints, enabling customers to route IoT data directly to AWS services with schema-ready data structure for faster integration.
• Microsoft AzurecoreTechnology or Integration · 26 November 2025Cavli Hubble Messaging Service includes native Azure integration allowing IoT data streaming to Azure IoT Hub and related services with seamless cloud connectivity.
• Google Cloud Platform (GCP)coreTechnology or Integration · 26 November 2025Cavli Hubble Messaging Service supports Google Cloud Platform integration for routing IoT device data to GCP services and analytics platforms.
• Apache KafkacoreTechnology or Integration · 26 November 2025Hubble Messaging Service integrates with Kafka for real-time data streaming and event processing, enabling customers to leverage Kafka-based pipelines for IoT analytics.
• RabbitMQsupportingTechnology or Integration · 26 November 2025Hubble Messaging Service supports RabbitMQ integration for message queuing and asynchronous communication in IoT deployments.
• NATSsupportingTechnology or Integration · 26 November 2025Hubble Messaging Service includes NATS protocol support for lightweight messaging in IoT architectures.
• RedpandasupportingTechnology or Integration · 26 November 2025Hubble Messaging Service integrates with Redpanda for high-performance streaming platform compatibility.
• RedissupportingTechnology or Integration · 26 November 2025Hubble Messaging Service supports Redis integration for in-memory data structure storage and caching in IoT applications.
• ElasticsupportingTechnology or Integration · 26 November 2025Hubble Messaging Service includes Elastic integration for log and search analytics capabilities.
• MongoDBsupportingTechnology or Integration · 26 November 2025Hubble Messaging Service supports MongoDB integration for document-oriented database storage of IoT data.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• u-blox: Swiss provider of cellular and positioning modules with strong presence in automotive, industrial, and consumer IoT. Directly comparable to Cavli in cellular module portfolio (5G, LTE Cat 4/1, LPWA) and shares a focus on automotive and industrial verticals.
• Sierra Wireless (Semtech): Cellular IoT modules and managed connectivity services provider, acquired by Semtech in 2023. Competes directly with Cavli in cellular modules plus recurring connectivity subscriptions through its Smart Connectivity platform, with strong enterprise and industrial customer base.
• Telit Cinterion: Cellular IoT module and connectivity platform provider formed through Telit and Thales' cellular IoT business combination. Closely comparable to Cavli's end-to-end modules-plus-platform model, with similar vertical coverage and recurring connectivity services.
• Lantronix: Provider of cellular IoT gateways, modules, and connectivity services for industrial and enterprise applications. Closely comparable to Cavli in module + connectivity business model, with overlap in smart city, energy, and industrial verticals.
• Thales (IoT & Digital Identity): Provider of cellular IoT modules (Cinterion line) and eSIM/connectivity services with strong enterprise and industrial focus. Directly comparable to Cavli's module-plus-eSIM offering, with deeper enterprise security pedigree and global carrier relationships.
• MultiTech Systems: US-based provider of cellular IoT modules, gateways, and routers for industrial IoT. Directly comparable to Cavli's module + connectivity offering, with a focus on industrial, energy, and asset tracking applications.
• Quectel Wireless Solutions: Global leader in cellular IoT modules with the broadest portfolio across 5G, LTE, LPWA, and automotive grades. Quectel is Cavli's most direct competitor, offering similar module families plus integrated connectivity services — but at much larger scale and with established Tier-1 OEM relationships.
• Murata Electronics: Japanese electronic components manufacturer with a cellular IoT module business. Directly comparable in module portfolio (LPWA, LTE, 5G) and serves similar industrial and automotive IoT customers, though with broader component-line diversification.

Emerging players

• Particle Industries: IoT platform company offering cellular modules (Boron, Electron series) bundled with a cloud device management platform. Comparable to Cavli's modules-plus-Hubble approach but with stronger developer community focus and smaller cellular module portfolio.
• Nordic Semiconductor: Norwegian semiconductor company expanding from Bluetooth into cellular IoT (NB-IoT, LTE-M) with the nRF91 series. Comparable in cellular IoT module/cellular IoT silicon targeting low-power applications, though primarily a chipset vendor rather than integrated module-plus-platform player.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/cavliwireless
• Facebookfacebook.com/cavliwireless
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cavli-wireless

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors3 records

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M&A

Investments

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