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Little Sophia

Built by Hanson Robotics · Hong Kong· Launched 2019

Updated May 2026·methodology

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#13 of 72 ranked Education robots (131 listed)

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Little Sophia August update 2021

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Little Sophia Interaction Demo

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Favorite Memories with Sophia the Robot and Little Sophia - Meet the Hanson Robotics Team

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Live Little Sophia Q&A with Hanson Robotics Founder David Hanson

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RoboScore

61.1/ 100

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On sale20%75/100
In use20%Not counted yet
Track record12%70/100
Specs on file12%100/100
Funding12%Not counted yet
Company age8%95/100
Other robots6%81/100
News6%Not counted yet
Wikipedia entry4%Not counted yet

Overview

Little Sophia is an AI-powered robotic companion designed for education and entertainment. Featuring STEM education capabilities, programmable functions, and interactive play elements, this consumer robot serves as a learning tool and friend for users interested in robotics and artificial intelligence.

Key specs

  • Built for pick and place, visual inspection and palletizing
  • Used across education, healthcare and automotive
  • Programmed through proprietary app
  • Public API for integration
  • Sold in Saudi Arabia

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Specifications

From the makerCheckedEstimated
0.1 kg
0.56 m/s
20 kg
2 h
Semi-autonomous
2019
US$249

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Detailed specifications

What it is built for1
humanoid learning companion
Movement & precision2
83
Max Speed M S
0.556
Controls & integration3
Compatible Vision
facial tracking,facial recognition
Software Platform
AI Academy
Training Required
basic_<1day
Buying & support1
Countries Available
Saudi Arabia

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Company milestones(estimated)

  • 2019LaunchLittle Sophia announced as a STEM companion robot
  • 2019DeploymentAdelaide Robotics Academy expected delivery
  • 2019MilestoneKickstarter crowdfunding campaign exceeded goal
  • Jan 2017LaunchKickstarter campaign launches
  • Jan 2017LaunchProfessor Einstein debuts at CES
  • 2016DeploymentFirst public appearance at SXSW
  • Feb 2016LaunchSophia activated
  • 2012LaunchZeno enters production

Hanson Robotics in the news

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1 event · last 12 months

  • Aug 15Hanson Robot Called Sophia Shop Sophia Robot Manufacturer Clearance

News about Hanson Robotics, the maker, not about this robot specifically, except rows marked this robot. Collected and classified independently across 1 outlet, so a maker cannot add to it. It never changes this robot's RoboScore (the evidence half of the RoboIndex) and it can move it up a board by at most 15 points. See all Hanson Robotics news

Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Little Sophia?
The Little Sophia is developed by Hanson Robotics, based in Hong Kong.
What type of robot is the Little Sophia?
The Little Sophia is a Education robot made by Hanson Robotics.
How much does the Little Sophia cost?
The Little Sophia is listed at US$249 in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure did not come from Hanson Robotics. Contact them for a quote.
When was the Little Sophia launched?
The Little Sophia was launched in 2019.

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