What Rigol Technologies Europe does

Rigol Technologies Europe is the regional market entity for Europe of RIGOL TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. (Shanghai STAR Market: 688337.SH), a Chinese electronic test and measurement (T&M) instrument manufacturer founded in 1998. The European arm is headquartered in Grafeling, Germany, and operates localized country-specific websites and sales coverage across at least 10 European markets including Germany, France, Italy, the UK, Spain, the Netherlands, Poland, Austria, Switzerland, and Turkey. The company sells a broad hardware portfolio spanning oscilloscopes (DHO50000, MHO900/2000, MSO-DS9000 series), waveform generators (DG70000, DG5000PRO/SPQ), RF signal generators, spectrum analyzers (RSA6000/800), vector network analyzers (DNA5000/800), DC power supplies, DC electronic loads, multimeters, data acquisition systems, and modular instruments, complemented by probes and accessories.

The underlying technology targets three primary verticals—communication (5G, mmWave, optical), automotive electronics (CAN/CAN-FD, Automotive Ethernet, LVDS/MIPI, power integrity), and power electronics/new energy (SiC/GaN semiconductor testing, converter efficiency, power quality)—as well as general electronics, education/research, and semiconductor customers. Notable engineering emphasis is placed on ultra-portable form factors (the MHO900 and RSA800/DNA800 'Pocket RF Lab' family) and on high-resolution, real-time measurement performance for next-generation protocol and semiconductor workloads.

RIGOL generates revenue through one-time hardware sales distributed via three channels: regional websites with enterprise quote/demo motions, an authorized distributor network, and a direct e-commerce storefront (rigolshop.eu). Public pricing is not disclosed; enterprise customers request quotes or demos. Service offerings (warranty, repair, calibration, license activation, factory certification) imply an attached aftermarket revenue stream, though not separately quantified. The model is predominantly transactional hardware with services attached, with no subscription or SaaS pricing evident in the source data.

Name

Rigol Technologies Europe

Legal name

RIGOL TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.

Website

https://rigol.eu

Company type

Public

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Rigol Technologies Europe is the European regional arm of RIGOL Technologies (Shanghai STAR: 688337.SH), a Chinese electronic test and measurement instrument manufacturer serving automotive, communications, power electronics, semiconductor, and research customers with oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electronic Test and Measurement Instruments

NAICS

Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515)

SIC

Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals (3825)

akta.pro primary industry

Test & Measurement Equipment (Oscilloscopes, DAQ, signal analyzers, calibration benches) (IMAGAFAC)

Keywords

• Electronic test and measurement
• Oscilloscope instruments
• RF spectrum analysis
• Waveform generators
• Power electronics testing

Headquarters

HQ city

Puchheim

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Test and Measurement Hardware Sales: Sale of electronic measurement instruments including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, waveform generators, DC power supplies, and related accessories. Revenue is generated through one-time hardware purchases with potential service and calibration contracts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Rigol Technologies Europe sells and supports electronic test and measurement instruments, including digital oscilloscopes, waveform generators, RF signal generators, spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers, DC power supplies, DC electronic loads, digital multimeters, data acquisition systems, modular instruments, and probes/accessories. The instruments are used by engineers in communications, automotive electronics, power electronics/new energy, semiconductors, education, and general electronics for R&D, manufacturing test, and laboratory applications.

Product overview

RIGOL TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. (STAR: 688337.SH) is a global leader in electronic measurement instruments founded in 1998. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of test and measurement products organized across multiple instrument categories: Oscilloscopes (including DHO50000, MHO900, MHO2000, MSO-DS9000 series), Waveform Generators (DG70000, DG5000PRO/SPQ), RF Signal Generators, Spectrum Analyzers (RSA6000, RSA800 series), Vector Network Analyzers (DNA5000, DNA800 series), DC Power Supplies (DP2000), DC Electronic Loads (DL3000), Multimeters (DM858), Data Acquisition Systems, and Modular Instruments. These products serve industries including automotive electronics, new energy, semiconductors, education, scientific research, and general electronics. The portfolio is complemented by probes and accessories. Solutions are offered both directly and through the RIGOL Shop e-commerce platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• DHO50000 Series Oscilloscopes High-performance digital oscilloscopes for electronic test and measurement applications, providing high-resolution signal capture and analysis for R&D and manufacturing test.
• MHO900 Series Ultra-Portable High-Resolution Oscilloscopes Ultra-portable high-resolution digital oscilloscopes designed for both field and laboratory use, offering advanced triggering and analysis capabilities.
• MHO2000 Series High-Resolution Digital Oscilloscopes High-resolution digital oscilloscopes for precision measurement applications, suitable for R&D and engineering use.
• MSO-DS9000 Series Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes Mixed signal oscilloscopes designed for comprehensive electronic testing, combining analog and digital signal analysis.
• DG70000 Series Waveform Generators High-performance arbitrary waveform and function generators for generating precise signals in test and measurement applications.
• DG5000PRO/SPQ Series Multi-Channel Waveform Generation and Advanced Computing Solutions Multi-channel waveform generators and advanced computing solutions for complex signal generation and analysis scenarios.
• RSA800 Series Spectrum Analyzers Ultra-portable RF spectrum analyzers designed for field analysis of RF signals and wireless communications testing.
• RSA6000 Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers Real-time spectrum analyzers providing comprehensive RF signal analysis for communications, wireless, and EMC testing.
• DNA800 Series Vector Network Analyzers Ultra-portable vector network analyzers for RF and microwave component testing in field and laboratory environments.
• DNA5000 Series Vector Network Analyzers Vector network analyzers for RF and microwave measurement applications, supporting component and device characterization.
• DP2000 Series DC Power Supplies Programmable DC power supplies for electronic testing, development, and production line applications.
• DL3000 Series DC Electronic Loads DC electronic loads used for power supply testing, battery discharge characterization, and converter validation.
• DM858 Series Digital Multimeters Digital multimeters providing precise electrical measurement for bench and field use.
• Data Acquisition Systems Data acquisition solutions for comprehensive measurement and monitoring across multiple channels and sensor types.
• Modular Instruments Modular instrumentation platform offering flexible configurations of test and measurement functions for customized test setups.
• RF Signal Generators RF signal generators for wireless and RF testing applications, including communication system development.
• Probes and Accessories Measurement probes including optical isolation probes and other test accessories that complement RIGOL oscilloscopes and instruments.

Quantifiable outcome

• Accelerate product launch process for communication technology companies
• +1 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Fluke Corporation: Fluke (Fortive) is a global leader in portable bench/field electronic test instruments including multimeters, scopemeters, and power quality tools. Directly comparable to RIGOL's multimeter (DM858) and DC power/load product lines, especially in industrial field service and electrical contracting channels.
• Keysight Technologies: Keysight is the global #1 electronic test and measurement company (spun out of Agilent/HP), offering oscilloscopes, spectrum/network analyzers, signal generators, and modular instruments across the same product categories as RIGOL. It is the benchmark incumbent that RIGOL competes against most directly in mid- and high-end segments.
• National Instruments (NI, now Emerson): NI (acquired by Emerson) specializes in modular, software-defined instrumentation and PXI-based test systems for electronic, automotive, and semiconductor test. Comparable to RIGOL in the data acquisition and modular instrument categories, but with a fundamentally software-led, recurring-revenue business model.
• Rohde & Schwarz: German privately-held T&M leader with a comprehensive portfolio of oscilloscopes, spectrum and vector network analyzers, signal generators, and EMC test equipment. Directly overlaps RIGOL's oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, and VNA offerings, particularly in European accounts where both have strong presence.
• Tektronix: Tektronix (now part of Fortive) is a heritage US oscilloscope and signal analysis leader with overlapping products including MDO/MSO oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators. It is one of the most established direct competitors in the segments where RIGOL is investing (e.g., MHO series, MSO-DS9000).
• Anritsu Corporation: Anritsu is a Japanese T&M specialist with deep strength in RF/microwave, optical, and wireless test for telecom operators and component makers. Comparable to RIGOL in spectrum analyzers (RSA series), VNAs (DNA series), and RF signal generators, particularly for the 5G/mmWave use case RIGOL also targets.
• Yokogawa Electric: Yokogawa offers a broad T&M portfolio including oscilloscopes, power meters, data acquisition systems, and waveform recorders. Overlaps with RIGOL in oscilloscopes, data acquisition, and power electronics testing, with a stronger industrial/process-control heritage.

Direct peers

• GW Instek (Good Will Instrument): GW Instek is a Taiwan-based electronic T&M manufacturer offering oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, DC power supplies, and multimeters. Comparable Asian peer with strong education and entry-level segments, overlapping RIGOL's mid-range GTM.
• Siglent Technologies: Siglent is a Chinese-origin T&M manufacturer with a parallel product portfolio of oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, function/arbitrary waveform generators, and bench multimeters. It is the most direct Chinese peer to RIGOL, competing head-to-head in mid-range price bands globally, including through e-commerce channels.
• Teledyne LeCroy: Teledyne LeCroy is a focused T&M specialist in high-performance oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, and serial data test. Closely comparable to RIGOL in the oscilloscope category, with overlap in automotive electronics and high-speed serial bus test use cases that RIGOL also targets.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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