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Kinisi KR1

Built by Kinisi Robotics · United States

Updated May 2026·methodology
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The Kinisi KR1 is a Humanoid robot developed by Kinisi Robotics (United States), launched 2023, priced at $75,000 USD. Key specifications: form factor wheeled humanoid, height 162 cm, weight 100 kg, mobility wheeled.

RoboScore

51.0/ 100

Adequate evidence

No confirmed deployment on record — this score reflects the rest of the record, not verified adoption.

4 of 9 signals present

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Weighted factors

average of the 4 scored · blanks don't count

Commercial maturity15%75/100
Deployment footprint23%unknown
Proven track record9%30/100
Spec completeness11%99/100
Company financial health15%unknown
Company maturity4%unknown
Manufacturer portfolio5%51/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)15%unknown
Independent recognition3%unknown

Ranked #163 of 209 in the Humanoid standing.

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Where it has stood41 days · best #149 · worst #166
#1 · started #153#209

One day of that is about Kinisi KR1 itself:

  • 5 Sept Robo Score rose 2.14 — 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.

+2.14since the 6 Sept readingManufacturer portfolio strengthened.

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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

Buyer decision signals

Viability

est. 2024

Kinisi won the Automate Start-Up Challenge

Price

$75,000

purchase

Availability

prototype

Specifications

Category: Humanoid
Form factor
wheeled humanoid
Height
162 cm
Weight
100 kg
Mobility
wheeled
Walking speed
≤ 4.5 m/s
Total DOF
21
DOF / hand
2
Payload
10 kg
Lifting capacity
20 kg
Battery
8 h
Charge time
1.5 h
Hot-swap battery
Yes
Onboard compute
Nvidia Jetson
Sensors
Camera
LiDAR
No
F/T sensors
No
VLM on-board
No
Imitation learning
No
Bimanual
No
Stair climbing
No
Terrain
flat indoor
Programming
LLM integration
ROS 1
No
ROS 2
No
API / SDK
No
Maturity
prototype
Environments
warehouse
Industries
logistics
Price tier
50k_150k
Pricing model
outright purchase
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Founded
2024

Detailed specifications

What it is built for2
Applications
warehouse transport,assembly
Sub Category
wheeled
Size & capacity1
Height Mm
1620
Movement & precision2
Grip Force N
20
Navigation Type
lidar slam
Buying & support1
Availability Status
prototype
Other details7
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

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Company milestones

  • 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
  • AwardAutomate Start-Up Challenge win
  • MilestoneRobot company focus
  • MilestoneFounder background

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 $75,000 USD.
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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