On April 30, Yushu Technology unveiled a humanoid robot featuring a unique design with only an upper body, starting at a price of 26,900 yuan, significantly lowering the entry barrier for the industry. This dual-arm robot departs from traditional full-size models by offering two rapid deployment options: a fixed base and a mobile chassis, adaptable for scientific research, light industry, and service scenarios.
The robot’s single arm can be configured with either 5 degrees of freedom or 7 degrees of freedom, with the total degrees of freedom for the entire machine ranging from 15 to 31. The waist joint supports rotation of ±150°, while the head can turn ±115° horizontally and tilt ±36°.
Moreover, the end effector’s repeat positioning accuracy is ±0.1mm, allowing for quick changes between two-finger, three-finger, and five-finger dexterous hands. The maximum load for a single arm is approximately 2kg, making it suitable for both precise operations and general handling tasks.
In terms of processing power, the robot is equipped with dual 8-core high-performance CPUs, and the head-mounted vision module achieves a computing capability of 10 TOPS. With dual cameras and a four-array microphone, the robot can effectively perform visual recognition and voice interaction.
The product features an open full-stack interface for secondary development, and its weight ranges from 11kg to 32kg, accommodating both external and onboard power supplies for flexible endurance and deployment. The fixed version is designed for assembly lines, laboratories, and educational training, while the mobile version can be utilized in dynamic settings like guided tours, warehouse assistance, and supermarket services.
The release of this dual-arm robot signifies Yushu’s strategic expansion from quadrupedal and humanoid designs to dual-arm operations, showcasing a dual capability in movement and manipulation. The competitive price of 26,900 yuan is expected to facilitate rapid adoption among small to medium-sized enterprises and research institutions.
On the same day, Yushu opened its first direct store in Beijing’s Wangfujing area at the Yintai in88, set to welcome the public during the May Day holiday. The store features a range of humanoid robots such as the G1 and R1, along with quadrupedal robots Go1 and Go2, covering everything from consumer to commercial-grade models, and offering integrated services for on-site experiences, orders, and after-sales support.
This store marks Yushu’s transition from an online and distribution model to a fully integrated online-offline brand direct sales system. Notably, Yushu’s Chief Marketing Officer, Wang Qixin, stated in a media interview during the opening that the company’s panda robot was launched earlier than its competitor. Yushu released related videos in November and December last year, showcasing a robotic dog designed with a panda appearance, while the competitor’s panda robot made its public debut during the Spring Festival Gala in February this year.
According to publicly available information, Yushu’s panda robot essentially consists of the Go2 quadruped robotic dog combined with a detachable panda-themed skin kit, rather than being a standalone model. Similarly, the competitor’s panda robot is also customized from the MagicDog quadruped robot.
In a separate announcement, Yushu plans to open its first Asian humanoid intelligence experience center at Jiuguang Department Store in Shanghai’s Jing’an district by the end of May, featuring a space of over 100 square meters to showcase its latest product lineup. Currently, Yushu ranks among the top players in the humanoid robot sector. A report by Omdia published earlier this year predicts approximately 13,000 humanoid robots to be shipped globally by 2025, with Chinese companies leading the market. Zhiyuan Robotics ranks first with 5,168 units shipped, holding 39% of the market share, followed by Yushu Technology and UBTECH with 4,200 units and 1,000 units, respectively.
Yushu Technology is currently advancing its plans for an initial public offering. The company’s founder, Wang Xingxing, revealed at the Summer Davos Forum last June that Yushu’s revenue for 2024 had already surpassed 1 billion yuan. Early investors in Yushu, including Zhao Nan, founder of SevenUp Capital, mentioned that the company’s financial statements have maintained profitability since 2020. In March of this year, Yushu disclosed in its prospectus that it expects to achieve 1.708 billion yuan in revenue for 2025, a significant increase of 335.36% year-on-year. Additionally, its net profit after excluding non-recurring gains and losses is projected to reach 600 million yuan, reflecting a remarkable year-on-year growth of 674.29%, primarily driven by rapid sales growth.
According to TrendForce’s latest report on humanoid robots, the global humanoid robot industry is expected to enter a critical commercialization phase in the second half of 2026. Chinese manufacturers are increasingly clarifying their commercialization targets and scenarios, with production expected to rise, potentially leading to an annual growth rate of 94% in the Chinese humanoid robot market for 2026. Yushu Technology and Zhiyuan Robotics are anticipated to stand out in the competitive landscape, together representing nearly 80% of shipment volume.
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