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Walker S

Built by UBTECH Robotics · China

Updated Sep 2026·methodology
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The Walker S is a Humanoid robot developed by UBTECH Robotics (China), launched 2023. Key specifications: walking speed 0.83 m/s, charge time 2 h, ros 1 Yes, industries specialty_crops, viticulture, horticulture.

RoboScore

50.0/ 100

Adequate evidence

5 of 9 signals present

Recomputed nightly from public data. Missing data is skipped, never zero-filled — and rankings are never for sale.

Weighted factors

average of the 5 scored · blanks don't count

Commercial maturity15%unknown
Deployment footprint23%83/100
Proven track record9%55/100
Spec completeness11%33/100
Company financial health15%unknown
Company maturity4%70/100
Manufacturer portfolio5%100/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)15%unknown
Independent recognition3%unknown

Ranked #148 of 209 in the Humanoid standing.

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Where it has stood41 days · best #144 · worst #160
#1 · started #148#209

One day of that is about Walker S itself:

  • 7 Sept Robo Score rose 1.91 — its evidence changed.

One reading per day since 3 Aug, when the current ordering began. The rank above is the reading for 12 Sept, taken against 209 robots — the standing itself is live, so a robot added since then counts there and not here yet.

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Overview

The UBTECH Walker S is a bipedal humanoid robot designed for agricultural tasks in controlled environments like vertical farms and greenhouses. It performs seedling transplanting, nutrient solution monitoring, harvesting of leafy greens and herbs, quality inspection, sorting, and facility maintenance. The robot operates autonomously in multi-story growing environments, using AI vision and dexterous manipulation to handle delicate crops. It has been commercially deployed in partnership with Agroz in Malaysia, demonstrating a 40% reduction in labor costs and 15% improvement in crop quality through continuous monitoring and immediate response to issues.

At a glance

  • Built for harvesting, crop monitoring and barn cleaning
  • Navigates using bipedal locomotion
  • Sold in Malaysia and Southeast Asia

Buyer decision signals

Deployments

1 known operator in China

Dongfeng

Viability

est. 2012

Walker S2 mass production and delivery begins

Availability

available

Specifications

Category: Humanoid
Walking speed
0.83 m/s
Charge time
2 h
ROS 1
Yes
Industries
specialty_crops, viticulture, horticulture
Price tier
40-80K
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Founded
2012

Detailed specifications

What it is built for2
Applications
harvesting,crop monitoring,barn cleaning
Sub Category
agricultural humanoid
Movement & precision1
Navigation Type
bipedal locomotion
Controls & integration1
Compatible Vision
RGBD cameras,3D LiDAR
Buying & support2
Availability Status
available
Countries Available
Malaysia,Southeast Asia
Other details3
Powertrain
battery electric
Terrain Type
greenhouse,flat
Crops Supported
leafy greens,herbs,lettuce

Who runs it· deployment evidence

1 maker-verified of 1 on record. Each links to its source — open it and judge.

Verified — maker-confirmedReported — in a public source, not maker-confirmedDeclared — sector, country and count stated by the maker; customer not named

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Company milestones

  • Nov 2025DeploymentWalker S2 mass production and delivery begins
  • Nov 2025DeploymentWalker S2 begins mass production and delivery
  • Dec 2023MilestoneHong Kong listing
  • 2025DeploymentWalker S2 enters China's 5G-enabled wind power smart factory
  • 2025FundingShare placement and debt financing
  • 2025MilestoneOrders exceed 800 million yuan
  • 2025LaunchUBTECH Walker Tienkung Humanoid Robot for Academic Research and Education
  • 2025MilestoneWalker Tienkung showcased at World Robot Conference 2025

Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Walker S?
The Walker S is developed by UBTECH Robotics, based in China.
What type of robot is the Walker S?
The Walker S is a Humanoid robot made by UBTECH Robotics.
How much does the Walker S cost?
Pricing for the Walker S is not publicly listed — contact UBTECH Robotics for a quote.
When was the Walker S launched?
The Walker S was launched in 2023.
What are the key specifications of the Walker S?
Key specifications of the Walker S: walking speed 0.83 m/s, charge time 2 h, ros 1 Yes, industries specialty_crops, viticulture, horticulture, price tier 40-80K.

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