#75 of 116 ranked Humanoid robots (279 listed)
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Overview
Kuavo is a full-sized humanoid robot developed by Leju Robotics, engineered for intelligent service, education, and embodied AI research. With 360 Nm torque joints, 4.6 km/h omnidirectional walking, and a modular frame, Kuavo blends industrial-grade motion with expressive interaction. It runs on KaihongOS (based on Huawei’s HarmonyOS) and supports imitation learning, large-model AI integration, and real-time control. It's designed for dynamic environments such as retail and education.
Flagship features
- Autonomous assist functionality
- Designed for real-world automation workflows
- Suitable for education and research purposes
- Deployment-ready software tooling
- Performance benchmarks: Speed 4.0, Agility 5.5, Strength 3.0, Intelligence 5.5, Dexterity 5.0
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Specifications
From the makerCheckedEstimated- Full bipedal
- Hybrid
- 14 kg
- 7 h
- No
- Assumed mid-range robotics compute platform
- Depth + RGB camera, environment sensors
- No
- No
- No
- No
- No
- No
- Flat indoor, factory floors
- HarmonyOS, KaihongOS
- No
- No
- No
- Prototype
- Factory, home, research lab
- Home assistance, industrial automation, logistics
- 50k_150k
- On request
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- 168 cm
- 55 kg
- ~1.11 m/s
- 40
- 5
- 20 kg
Taller than 59% of 205 Humanoid robots with this spec
Heavier than 50% of 218 Humanoid robots with this spec
Faster than 31% of 178 Humanoid robots with this spec
More joints than 74% of 237 Humanoid robots with this spec
More joints than 27% of 130 Humanoid robots with this spec
Carries more than 71% of 150 Humanoid robots with this spec
Company profile
- Recorded funding
- US$200M· 1 round
- Founded
- around 2016
Detailed specifications
What it is built for4
- Applications
- industrial automation,intelligent service,education and robotics training,embodied-AI research,home-task simulation environments
- bipedal
- Target Industries
- automotive,manufacturing,logistics 3pl,research academic,retail service
- Primary Applications
- research development,service reception,manufacturing assembly,logistics handling
Size & capacity1
- Height Mm
- 1750
Movement & precision1
- Grip Force N
- 360
Sensing & perception3
- rgb,depth
- Yes
- No
Controls & integration1
- wifi,ethernet,cellular 5g
Safety & certification1
- -20°C to 45°C
Buying & support7
- Datasheet Url
- View Link
- Model Variants
- Kuavo-5,Kuavo-5W
- Price On Request
- Yes
- Country Of Origin
- CHN
- Is Research Grade
- Yes
- Availability Status
- available
- Service Network Density
- regional
Other details6
- Torque
- 360 Nm
- Developer
- Leju Robotics (Shenzhen)
- Construction
- Full-size humanoid frame with modular limbs and hands
- Teleoperation Supported
- Yes
- No
- Omnidirectional Walking Speed
- 4.6 km/h
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Company milestones(estimated)
- Nov 2025MilestoneKuavo described as first humanoid torchbearer with 5G-A
- Nov 2025DeploymentKuavo serves as torchbearer at China’s 15th National Games
- 2025Milestone100th full-size humanoid delivered
- 2025FundingLatest financing round
- 2024LaunchFirst Kuavo prototype shown at AWE Shanghai
- 2019FundingSeries B financing
- 2018LaunchPANDO released
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Leju Robotics in the news
the maker8 events · last 12 months
- Oct 16Leju Robotics Puts 15 Humanoids on an Auto Parts Loading Line, Reporting About 98% Success
- Oct 12Leju Robotics Partners with Huazhong University of Science and Technology to Advance Flexible 3D Tactile Sensing
- Oct 8Leju Robotics to acquire century-old German garden tool maker for up to €6 million
Leju Robotics in the news
the maker8 events · last 12 months
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Kuavo?
- The Kuavo is developed by Leju Robotics, based in China.
- What type of robot is the Kuavo?
- The Kuavo is a Humanoid robot made by Leju Robotics.
- How much does the Kuavo cost?
- The Kuavo is priced at US$38,000–50,000.
- What are the key specifications of the Kuavo?
- Key specifications of the Kuavo: form factor full bipedal, height 168 cm, weight 55 kg, mobility hybrid, walking speed ~1.11 m/s.
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