UBTech Walker S2 hands-on: low payload, weak build quality
lukas_m_ziegler · x · 2026-08-06
The author expressed disappointment after seeing the UBTech Walker S2 humanoid robot in person. Criticisms include non-swappable hands, very low payload at full arm extension, overall weak build quality, and an unnatural walking gait.
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