CRFS

What CRFS does

CRFS is a UK-headquartered (Cambridge) designer, manufacturer, and integrator of RF spectrum monitoring, management, and geolocation systems, founded in 2007 and operating as a subsidiary of Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI). The company's portfolio centers on the proprietary RFeye ecosystem, which combines high-performance wideband RF sensors (the RFeye Node 100-40, 100-18, 100-18 LW, 100-8, and 40-8 variants), direction finding arrays (Array 100 and 300 series) and compact DF heads, TSCM equipment, I/Q data recorders, and ruggedized deployment solutions (Stormcase, Outdoor System Kits). Complementing the hardware are the RFeye Suite software platforms — RFeye Site for real-time spectrum monitoring, RFeye Mission Manager for multi-user automation, and RFeye DeepView for signal analysis — supported by an API and Software Support & Updates Service (SSUS). Underlying technical capabilities include superheterodyne RF receivers, Time Difference of Arrival (TDoA) and 3D passive geolocation, patented Signal Discovery edge processing, GNSS holdover, and SyncLinc direct synchronization between nodes.

CRFS generates revenue through four streams: hardware sales of sensors and deployment kits, software licenses and recurring subscriptions (including SSUS), professional services and co-engineering integration with defense system integrators, and end-to-end spectrum monitoring solutions sold to regulators and security agencies. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales targeting defense, military, electronic warfare operators, security and intelligence agencies, spectrum regulators, and defense system integrators, with products distributed directly, via approved government contract vehicles, and through channel partners. The company cites 4,651+ sensors built and deployed, 319+ organizations using its software and APIs, presence across 6 continents, and 17+ years of domain expertise, and is positioned by third-party market research as a top-3 player in the Automated Spectrum Management System market alongside Keysight and Kratos. Notable customers include an unnamed NATO partner (air defense platform), TEKEVER (UAS RF payload integration), and the Malta Communications Authority (spectrum regulator). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, consistent with the long-cycle, security-cleared procurement typical of defense and government customers.

Name

CRFS

Legal name

CRFS Inc.

Website

https://crfs.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

CRFS designs, builds, and integrates RF spectrum monitoring, management, and geolocation systems built around its proprietary RFeye ecosystem of sensors, software, and deployment kits. Headquartered in Cambridge, UK and operating as a subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, it serves defense, military, security agencies, and spectrum regulators globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

RF Spectrum Monitoring and Geolocation Systems

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (5415)

SIC

Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals (3825), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)

akta.pro primary industry

RF Transceivers & RFIC SoCs (Cellular/Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth) (HDAHAMAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Microwave & RF Signal Chain ICs (Mixers/Detectors/Attenuators) (HDAHAMAL)

Keywords

• RF spectrum monitoring
• RF geolocation systems
• Direction finding sensors
• Electronic warfare equipment
• Spectrum management software

Headquarters

HQ city

Cambridge

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of RF sensors (RFeye Nodes), direction finding arrays, compact DF heads, I/Q data recorders, TSCM equipment, and deployment hardware (Stormcase, Outdoor System Kits). Hardware forms the core product portfolio sold to defense, military, and government customers.
2. Software Licenses and Subscriptions: Sale of RFeye Suite software platforms (RFeye Site, Mission Manager, DeepView) and related software solutions. Includes Software Support & Updates Service (SSUS).
3. Professional Services and Integration: System integration, co-engineering, and customization services for military, government, and defense system integrators. Includes deployment support and training.
4. Spectrum Monitoring Solutions: End-to-end spectrum monitoring solutions sold to spectrum regulators, military operators, and security agencies, combining hardware and software components.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

CRFS designs, builds, programs, and deploys RF spectrum monitoring, management, and geolocation systems built around the proprietary RFeye ecosystem. The offering combines ruggedized RF sensor hardware (RFeye Nodes, Direction Finding arrays, compact DF heads, TSCM systems, I/Q data recorders, and field deployment kits) with the RFeye Suite software (RFeye Site, Mission Manager, DeepView) and APIs. These integrated products deliver real-time spectrum awareness, passive 3D geolocation, and RF intelligence for defense, security, and spectrum regulatory customers.

Product overview

CRFS provides an integrated ecosystem of RF technology products and solutions for spectrum monitoring, geolocation, and electronic warfare applications. The portfolio centers on the RFeye family of hardware (RF sensors/nodes, direction finding arrays, compact DF heads, TSCM systems, and I/Q data recorders) complemented by RFeye Suite software (RFeye Site for real-time spectrum monitoring, RFeye Mission Manager for automation, and RFeye DeepView for signal analysis). CRFS serves military & EW operators, security & intelligence agencies, spectrum regulators, and system integrators across applications including spectrum monitoring, direction finding & geolocation, military EMSO, border security, drone detection, air defense, infrastructure protection, and RF signal capture/recording.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• RFeye Node 100-40 High-performance wideband RF sensor with extended frequency range and superior sensitivity for fixed, mobile-tactical, and in-building spectrum monitoring deployments.
• RFeye Node Plus 100-18 Multi-mission RF sensor optimized for size, weight, and power (SWaP) with high dynamic range and sensitivity for versatile deployment scenarios.
• RFeye Node 100-18 Portable, ruggedized RF sensor built for any spectrum monitoring environment with low noise floor and exceptional phase noise mitigation.
• RFeye Node 100-18 LW Lightweight RF sensor weighing less than 2kg designed for integration onto unmanned systems including UAVs and drones for elevated ISR missions.
• RFeye Node 100-8 Compact RF sensor for applications requiring smaller form factor while maintaining high performance spectrum monitoring capabilities.
• RFeye Node 40-8 RF sensor variant optimized for specific frequency ranges and mission profiles.
• RFeye Array 300 Series Ultra-wideband high-performance radio direction finding array enabling precise angle of arrival measurements for accurate emitter geolocation.
• RFeye Array 100 Series Compact direction finding array system for mobile and fixed deployments providing accurate DF capabilities across multiple frequency bands.
• DFH500 Compact DF head system providing direction finding capabilities in a portable form factor for tactical deployments.
• DFH18 Direction finding head optimized for specific frequency range providing accurate DF capabilities for field operations.
• DFH40 High-frequency direction finding head system for extended frequency range DF operations.
• RFeye Guard Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) sensor designed to detect and identify covert surveillance devices, RF emissions, and electronic threats in sensitive environments.
• RFeye SenS Portable Portable I/Q data recorder for capturing and analyzing long-duration, wideband RF signals with high fidelity for enhanced intelligence gathering.
• RFeye Site Real-time spectrum monitoring and geolocation software platform providing comprehensive spectrum visibility tools for detecting, analyzing, and mapping RF emissions.
• RFeye Mission Manager Spectrum monitoring automation software for scheduling and managing continuous multi-user spectrum monitoring operations with automated alert capabilities.
• RFeye DeepView Advanced signal analysis and frequency analysis software providing detailed RF signal characterization and classification capabilities.
• RFeye Stormcase Rugged portable deployment case containing integrated RF sensor system for rapid tactical field deployments.
• RFeye Outdoor System Kit Complete outdoor deployment kit for establishing fixed or temporary spectrum monitoring stations in field environments.
• RFeye Mini Outdoor System Kit Compact outdoor deployment solution for mobile spectrum monitoring requirements with rapid setup capabilities.
• CRFS Passive Air Defence Solutions Passive RF-based air defence solutions designed for contested electromagnetic environments, providing early warning and target characterization for air defence operations without active emissions.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4,651+ sensors deployed globally
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability6 records

Feature11 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• Motorola SolutionsflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2026CRFS is a subsidiary of Motorola Solutions and showcases capabilities alongside Silvus Technologies at defense exhibitions. Products including CRFS passive air defence solutions are featured in Motorola Solutions' tactical solutions portfolio at Eurosatory 2026, demonstrating integrated spectrum dominance capabilities.
• TEKEVERcoreTechnology or IntegrationTEKEVER collaborated with CRFS to integrate ultra-sensitive RF receivers as payloads onto unmanned aerial systems (UAS), enabling increased line of sight and geolocating of ground-based targets from long distances.
• Malta Communications AuthoritycoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMalta Communications Authority deployed CRFS technology to replace legacy equipment with state-of-the-art solutions for proactive spectrum management, upgrading from older monitoring systems.
• Silvus TechnologiescoreTechnology or IntegrationBoth CRFS and Silvus Technologies are subsidiaries of Motorola Solutions showcased together at defense exhibitions. Silvus provides StreamCaster NEXUS tactical networking system that complements CRFS spectrum monitoring capabilities.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Rohde & Schwarz:
• Keysight Technologies: Keysight is one of CRFS's named top-3 competitors in the Automated Spectrum Management System market. As a much larger test-and-measurement incumbent, Keysight offers broader signal analysis and spectrum monitoring tools but lacks CRFS's specialized TDoA geolocation and EW defense focus.

Direct peers

• Kratos Defense & Security Solutions: Kratos is CRFS's other named top-3 competitor in Automated Spectrum Management. Both companies sell RF spectrum monitoring, direction finding, and geolocation systems to defense and government customers, with overlapping EW and signals intelligence offerings.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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