Chinese Makers Account for 97% of Global Humanoid Robot Shipments, Report Says
rohanpaul_ai · x · 2026-08-10
Chinese manufacturers dominate global humanoid robot shipments, accounting for over 97% of the market, according to a report by Smart Analytics Global.
- Shipment Volume: Roughly 19,100 units were shipped globally in the first half of 2026, more than triple the 5,100 units shipped in the same period last year.
- Top Vendors: Shanghai-based Agibot led the market with 8,400 units (44% share), followed by Hangzhou-based Unitree Robotics with 5,900 units.
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