Kangaroo Pro vs Walker Tienkung EI
Side-by-side comparison of Kangaroo Pro (PAL Robotics) and Walker Tienkung EI (UBTECH Robotics Corp Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Kangaroo ProSpain
- Walker Tienkung EIChina
Year First Available
- Kangaroo Pro2025
- Walker Tienkung EI2025
Verified Deployments
- Kangaroo Pro0 Deployments
- Walker Tienkung EI0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Kangaroo Pro$100,000 USD
- Walker Tienkung EI$99,995 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Kangaroo Pro6 hrs
- Walker Tienkung EI3.5 hrs
Availability Status
- Kangaroo ProACTIVE
- Walker Tienkung EIACTIVE
Physical Form Factor
Weight
- Kangaroo Pro40 kg
- Walker Tienkung EI73 kg
Height
- Kangaroo Pro1450 mm
- Walker Tienkung EI170 mm
Mobility Type
- Kangaroo Probipedal
- Walker Tienkung EIbipedal
Humanoid Subtype
- Kangaroo Profull bipedal
- Walker Tienkung EIfull bipedal
Walking Speed
- Kangaroo Pro—
- Walker Tienkung EI2.8 m/s
Stair Climbing
- Kangaroo ProNo
- Walker Tienkung EINo
Terrain
- Kangaroo Proflat indoor
- Walker Tienkung EI复杂地形, 工业物流, 家庭服务
Payload & Dexterity
Payload
- Kangaroo Pro—
- Walker Tienkung EI300 kg
Total DOF
- Kangaroo Pro—
- Walker Tienkung EI20
Arm DOF
- Kangaroo Pro—
- Walker Tienkung EI7
Hand DOF
- Kangaroo Pro—
- Walker Tienkung EI6
Bimanual Coordination
- Kangaroo ProNo
- Walker Tienkung EIYes
Compute & AI
Onboard Compute
- Kangaroo ProNVidia Jetson
- Walker Tienkung EIOrin算力板
VLM Capable
- Kangaroo ProNo
- Walker Tienkung EINo
Foundation Models
- Kangaroo Profalse
- Walker Tienkung EIfalse
Imitation Learning
- Kangaroo ProNo
- Walker Tienkung EINo
Programming
- Kangaroo Procustom control interface
- Walker Tienkung EI支持ROS2生态
Battery & Power
Runtime
- Kangaroo Pro6 hrs
- Walker Tienkung EI8 hrs
Battery Swap
- Kangaroo ProNo
- Walker Tienkung EINo
Software
SDK Languages
- Kangaroo ProPython
- Walker Tienkung EIPython
ROS Support
- Kangaroo ProNo
- Walker Tienkung EINo
Open API
- Kangaroo ProNo
- Walker Tienkung EIYes
Reliability
Deployment Maturity
- Kangaroo Procommercial
- Walker Tienkung EIcommercial
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Kangaroo Pro$100,000 USD
- Walker Tienkung EI$99,995 USD
Price Tier
- Kangaroo Pro—
- Walker Tienkung EI80-150K
Pricing Model
- Kangaroo Pro—
- Walker Tienkung EIpurchase
Applications
- Kangaroo Proresearch, education
- Walker Tienkung EIembodied_AI_research, visuomotor_learning, human-robot_interaction_studies, advanced_manipulation
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Spain | China |
| Year First Available | 2025 | 2025 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $100,000 USD | $99,995 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 6 hrs | 3.5 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical Form Factor | ||
| Weight (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 40 kg | 73 kg |
| Height (values differ) | 1450 mm | 170 mm |
| Mobility Type | bipedal | bipedal |
| Humanoid Subtype | full bipedal | full bipedal |
| Walking Speed (values differ) | — | 2.8 m/s |
| Stair Climbing | No | No |
| Terrain (values differ) | flat indoor | 复杂地形, 工业物流, 家庭服务 |
| Payload & Dexterity | ||
| Payload (values differ) | — | 300 kg |
| Total DOF (values differ) | — | 20 |
| Arm DOF (values differ) | — | 7 |
| Hand DOF (values differ) | — | 6 |
| Bimanual Coordination (values differ) | No | Yes |
| Compute & AI | ||
| Onboard Compute (values differ) | NVidia Jetson | Orin算力板 |
| VLM Capable | No | No |
| Foundation Models | false | false |
| Imitation Learning | No | No |
| Programming (values differ) | custom control interface | 支持ROS2生态 |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Runtime (values differ) | 6 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Battery Swap | No | No |
| Software | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | Python | Python |
| ROS Support | No | No |
| Open API (values differ) | No | Yes |
| Reliability | ||
| Deployment Maturity | commercial | commercial |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $100,000 USD | $99,995 USD |
| Price Tier (values differ) | — | 80-150K |
| Pricing Model (values differ) | — | purchase |
| Applications (values differ) | research, education | embodied_AI_research, visuomotor_learning, human-robot_interaction_studies, advanced_manipulation |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Running Capable, Payload (Peak), Arm Reach, Grip Strength, Manipulation Repeatability, Tool Use, Compute Platform, Teleoperation, Battery Capacity, Charging Time, Charging Method, Avg Power Consumption, Force-Limited Arms, Fall Recovery, Fall Detection Response, Emergency Stops, Human Detection Method, Safe Speed Near Humans, Simulation Platforms, Air-Gap Capable, MTBF, Task Success Rate, IP Rating, Noise Level, RaaS / Month, Developer Unit Price, Delivery Lead Time, Warranty, Production Pilots
ROI Comparison
Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.
Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | Kangaroo Pro | Walker Tienkung EI |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $100,000 | $99,995 |
| Payback period | 24.0 mo | 24.0 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $150,000 | $150,005 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +150% | +150% |
Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes Kangaroo Pro and Walker Tienkung EI?
Kangaroo Pro is made by PAL Robotics, based in ES. Walker Tienkung EI is made by UBTECH Robotics Corp Ltd., based in CN.
When were Kangaroo Pro and Walker Tienkung EI launched?
Kangaroo Pro launched in 2025. Walker Tienkung EI launched in 2025.
How do Kangaroo Pro and Walker Tienkung EI compare on the Robo Index?
Kangaroo Pro grades AA on the Robo Index. Walker Tienkung EI grades A. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Kangaroo Pro and Walker Tienkung EI in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Humanoid on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Humanoid robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Humanoid TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Humanoid TCO: Hardware, Cloud Subscriptions, and the Cost of Teleop Time.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Kangaroo Pro and Walker Tienkung EI?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Vendor Selection for Humanoids: The 10 Questions You Must Ask.
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Kangaroo Pro vs Walker Tienkung EI compares two robots in the humanoid category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Index is calculated.