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Kinisi KR1

Built by Kinisi Robotics · United States· Launched 2023

Updated Oct 2026·methodology

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RoboScore

51.0/ 100

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On sale15%75/100
In use23%Not counted yet
Track record9%30/100
Specs on file11%99/100
Funding15%Not counted yet
Company age4%Not counted yet
Other robots5%51/100
News15%Not counted yet
Wikipedia entry3%Not counted yet

Overview

Explore the Kinisi KR1: a low-cost, LLM-powered wheeled humanoid robot for warehouses, featuring 21 DoF, 8-hour runtime, and precise manipulation up to 10 kg. Prototype available at $75,000, revolutionizing logistics with speed, safety, and adaptability.

Flagship features

  • Built on a vertically integrated robotics platform
  • Real-time AI models for mapping and predicting motion
  • Designed for robust logistics and manufacturing tasks
  • Dynamic balance and connected intelligence enabled by onboard algorithms

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Specifications

From the makerCheckedEstimated
Wheeled humanoid
Wheeled
10 kg
Yes

25% of humanoid robots have it

Nvidia Jetson
Camera
No

41% of humanoid robots have it

No

26% of humanoid robots have it

No

4% of humanoid robots have it

No

15% of humanoid robots have it

No

32% of humanoid robots have it

No

22% of humanoid robots have it

Flat indoor
LLM integration
No

52% of humanoid robots have it

No

18% of humanoid robots have it

No

64% of humanoid robots have it

Prototype
Warehouse
Logistics
Outright purchase
162 cm

Taller than 50% of 205 Humanoid robots with this spec

100 kg

Heavier than 89% of 218 Humanoid robots with this spec

≤ 4.5 m/s

Faster than 98% of 178 Humanoid robots with this spec

21

More joints than 31% of 237 Humanoid robots with this spec

2

More joints than 9% of 130 Humanoid robots with this spec

20 kg

Carries more than 71% of 150 Humanoid robots with this spec

8 h

Lasts longer than 78% of 209 Humanoid robots with this spec

1.5 h

Charges faster than 66% of 88 Humanoid robots with this spec

Detailed specifications

What it is built for2
Applications
warehouse transport,assembly
wheeled
Size & capacity1
Height Mm
1620
Movement & precision2
Grip Force N
20
lidar slam
Sensing & perception2
Yes
No
Controls & integration1
wifi
Buying & support1
Availability Status
prototype
Other details8
Gear Tech
Strain Wave
Motor Tech
BLDC
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
Operating System
Linux
Running Speed Ms
14.4
Latency Glass To Action
Sub-100ms
Main Structural Material
Aluminium
Yes

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Company milestones(estimated)

  • 2025AwardKinisi won the Automate Start-Up Challenge
  • 2025MilestoneKR1 shown at Automate 2025 with subscription pricing
  • 2025LaunchKR1 introduced as Kinisi's warehouse humanoid
  • 2025MilestoneCORL 2025 Korea
  • 2024MilestoneCompany founded
  • Not yet on fileAwardAutomate Start-Up Challenge win
  • Not yet on fileMilestoneRobot company focus
  • Not yet on fileMilestoneFounder background

Kinisi Robotics in the news

the maker

1 event · last 12 months

  • Jun 29Insights behind Kinisi’s acquisition by Bear Robotics

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Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Kinisi KR1?
The Kinisi KR1 is developed by Kinisi Robotics, based in United States.
What type of robot is the Kinisi KR1?
The Kinisi KR1 is a Humanoid robot made by Kinisi Robotics.
How much does the Kinisi KR1 cost?
The Kinisi KR1 is priced at US$75,000.
When was the Kinisi KR1 launched?
The Kinisi KR1 was launched in 2023.
What are the key specifications of the Kinisi KR1?
Key specifications of the Kinisi KR1: form factor wheeled humanoid, height 162 cm, weight 100 kg, mobility wheeled, walking speed ≤ 4.5 m/s.

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