Padbot Telepresence

What Padbot Telepresence does

PadBot Robotics, founded in 2013 and headquartered in the Sino-Singapore Guangzhou Knowledge City, designs and manufactures commercial service robots for B2B and institutional customers across the smart building, hospitality, transportation, industrial, healthcare, education, and retail sectors. The company, formerly known as Inbot Technology, has built a product matrix of approximately 15 distinct robot lines organized into four families: commercial service robots (P-series telepresence/dancing and X-series reception/showroom/industrial), delivery robots (W-series), security patrol robots (S-series indoor/outdoor plus the G2 quadruped robot dog), and cleaning/disinfection robots (C/D-series), supplemented by ROS-based educational platforms (E-series) and a consumer kids' robot (T2). The underlying technology is a proprietary PadBot AI Brain integrating computer vision, natural language processing, anomaly detection, and multi-sensor fusion, all backed by nearly 200 patents and software copyrights developed through the Guangdong Embodied Intelligent Robot Engineering Technology Research Center.

The company monetizes primarily through hardware sales of commercial robots, supplemented by custom solution development and wholesale/distribution partnerships. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; sales are driven by a direct enterprise field-sales team, channel partners such as Shanti Africa Group (which holds exclusive rights for the W3S food delivery robot in South Africa), and lead generation at major trade exhibitions including the Canton Fair, Hong Kong Electronics Fair, and China Hi-Tech Fair. Distribution is organized across ten or more domestic branch offices in first-tier Chinese cities, with international reach claimed across dozens of countries in Europe, the United States, Asia, and Africa. End customers span named institutional deployments (Guangzhou Metro Baiyun Station, Shenzhen Experimental School) and unspecified enterprise accounts described as including Fortune Global 500 companies and state-owned enterprises.

Operationally, PadBot reports no publicly disclosed revenue and has funded growth through at least six equity rounds since 2015, with one disclosed tranche of approximately $1.5M from KDW and NewMargin Ventures in 2016 and subsequent rounds led by Chinese investors including Knowledge City Venture Capital, Qingcheng Capital, and Zhanjiang Industrial Investment. The company has accumulated government-level recognition as a National-Level "Specialized and Sophisticated Little Giant" Enterprise and has won multiple industry awards in 2025-2026. With a headcount of 11-50 employees, PadBot is positioned as a small but multi-product, internationally distributed Chinese commercial robotics vendor competing in a crowded market against larger domestic players.

Name

Padbot Telepresence

Legal name

Guangdong PadBot Robotics Ltd.

Website

https://padbot.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

PadBot Robotics is a Guangzhou-based manufacturer of commercial service robots, offering approximately 15 product lines across reception, delivery, security patrol, cleaning, disinfection, education, and telepresence for smart buildings, hospitality, transportation, industrial, and government customers globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Service Robotics

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (5415)

akta.pro primary industry

Service & Hospitality Robots (HDAAAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Healthcare & Assistive Robotics (HDAAAIAC)

Keywords

• Commercial service robots
• Autonomous security robots
• Food delivery robots
• Telepresence robotics
• Embodied AI robots

Headquarters

HQ city

Guangzhou

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Commercial Service Robot Sales: Sale of commercial service robots including security patrol robots (S2, S5), reception robots (X1, X3), delivery robots (W2, W3s), telepresence robots (P2), cleaning robots (C3), disinfection robots (D3), education robots (E0a, T2), and industrial robots. Revenue is generated through direct sales to enterprise customers and channel partners globally.
2. Custom Solution Development: Custom robot solutions and configuration services for specific commercial applications, addressing unique requirements of enterprise clients across different industries.
3. Wholesale & Representative Partnerships: Wholesale distribution arrangements with regional partners and representatives for broader market coverage, particularly in international markets.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

PadBot Robotics designs, develops, manufactures, and sells a comprehensive lineup of commercial service robots for enterprise and government buyers, including telepresence robots (P2), food and parcel delivery robots (W2, W3s), indoor and outdoor security patrol robots (S2, S5, G2 robot dog), reception and showroom robots (X1, X2, X3, P3), cleaning and disinfection robots (C3, D3), and ROS-based educational and R&D platforms (E0a, E1). Robots integrate proprietary PadBot AI Brain software for autonomous navigation, facial recognition, NLP in 20+ languages, and AI threat detection, and are deployed across smart buildings, hotels, industrial parks, transportation hubs, schools, and hospitality venues worldwide.

Product overview

PadBot Robotics is a commercial service robot provider offering a diverse robot product matrix organized around four main categories: commercial service robots (P/X series including telepresence P2, dancing P3, showroom X1, industrial X2, and reception X3), delivery robots (W series including W2 delivery robot and W3s food delivery robot), security patrol robots (S series including indoor S2 and outdoor S5, plus G2 robot dog), and cleaning & disinfection robots (C/D series including C3 cleaning robot and D3 disinfection robot). Additionally, the portfolio includes ROS Educational Robot E0a for STEM education and UGV Chassis Robot E1 for R&D prototyping. The company also provides the PadBot AI Brain proprietary AI technology and PadBot Management mobile app for fleet management. The products are sold globally across Europe, the United States, Asia, and other regions, and are used across application scenarios including reception, security, delivery, cleaning, education, exhibitions, and hospitality.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Telepresence Robot P2 Advanced telepresence and remote communication robot enabling real-time two-way HD video calls, remote navigation, and face-to-face interaction for business, education, healthcare, and family scenarios. Features auto-charging, obstacle avoidance, and smooth motion control.
• Delivery Robot W2 Fully autonomous delivery robot for hotels and commercial buildings that automatically navigates elevators and access gates. Equipped with dual independent cabinets and password-protected access, supporting automatic routing, intelligent scheduling, and secure contactless delivery.
• Dancing Robot P3 Interactive dancing and reception robot designed for malls, schools, and exhibitions. Features AI-powered facial recognition, synchronized group dancing, customizable performances, intelligent motion control, and expressive LED lighting for entertainment shows.
• Food Delivery Robot W3s Intelligent food delivery robot for restaurants, cafes, and hotels offering fast table-to-table delivery. Equipped with multiple trays, AI navigation, obstacle avoidance, autonomous operation, voice interaction, and smart route planning for contactless service.
• ROS Educational Robot E0a

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduces outdoor patrol labor costs by up to 50%
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability12 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.

• Shenzhen Experimental SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 June 2026Partnership to introduce PadBot W2 Delivery Robot into AI education and laboratory research, enabling students to explore robotics, autonomous navigation, AI algorithm development, and intelligent automation through hands-on learning.
• Guangzhou City UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 June 2026Strategic partnership supporting the 2026 Artificial Intelligence and Intelligent Applications Competition. Partnership focuses on industry-academia collaboration, AI talent cultivation, and integration of academic research with industry needs. PadBot provided technical guidance, competition resources, and industry insights.
• Jinan UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 April 2026Partnership to launch a graduate training base, advancing AI talent development and robotics innovation through collaborative education programs.
• Sino-Singapore Smart ParkminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 December 2025Joint showcasing of AI+ROBOT smart building and smart park solutions at IREX exhibition, attracting global buyers with real-world applications.
• Shanti Africa GroupflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 21 November 2025Strategic partnership granting exclusive distribution rights for the PadBot W3S Food Delivery Robot across the South African market. Shanti Africa Group is a well-established enterprise in South Africa with strong local channels and market expertise. The partnership includes training certification for the Shanti Africa Group team on robot promotion, operation, and service.
• Guangzhou Metro Baiyun StationflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 September 2025Deployment of PadBot S2 Indoor Security Patrol Robot at Guangzhou Metro Baiyun Station, one of the largest metro stations in Guangzhou covering approximately 180,000 square meters. The robot provides 24/7 autonomous patrol, AI-powered hazard detection, and real-time monitoring for passenger safety.
• Guangdong Internet of Things AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry association visit and exchange session exploring IoT and robotics integration, collaborative development opportunities, and ecosystem partnerships. PadBot received the 2025 Most Investment Valuable Award from the association.
• Sino-Singapore Guangzhou Knowledge CitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHeadquarters location and strategic partnership area. PadBot honored as Little Giant Innovation Leader at CSGKC. The knowledge city hosts PadBot's headquarters and serves as a technology and innovation hub.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Pudu Robotics: Pudu Robotics is a leading Chinese commercial service robot company specializing in delivery, cleaning, and reception robots for restaurants, hotels, retail, and healthcare. Directly comparable to PadBot across overlapping product categories including food delivery (W3s vs Pudu BellaBot), delivery (W2 vs Pudu PuduBot), and cleaning/reception robots, competing for the same enterprise customers globally.
• Keenon Robotics: Keenon Robotics is a major Chinese commercial service robot manufacturer focused on food delivery, hotel delivery, and disinfection robots for the hospitality and restaurant industry. Directly comparable to PadBot's W2/W3s delivery and D3 disinfection product lines, with similar target customers (hotels, restaurants) and overlapping deployment scenarios in China and internationally.
• OrionStar (Cheetah Mobile): OrionStar is a Chinese AI robotics company developing service robots including reception, delivery, and coffee robots with proprietary Orion Robot OS. Directly comparable to PadBot's X1/X3 reception, P3 dancing, and delivery robots, serving similar retail, hospitality, and exhibition customer segments with embodied AI technology.
• Bear Robotics: Bear Robotics is a US-based commercial service robot company specializing in restaurant food delivery robots (Servi, Servi Plus). Directly comparable to PadBot's W3s food delivery robot, competing for the same restaurant and hospitality customers with similar autonomous navigation and tray-based delivery functionality, though PadBot has broader vertical coverage.
• Gaussian Robotics: Gaussian Robotics is a Chinese autonomous commercial cleaning robot manufacturer offering sweeping, scrubbing, and vacuuming robots for large commercial facilities. Directly comparable to PadBot's C3 cleaning robot, serving the same commercial real estate, retail, and transportation hub customer segments with similar autonomous navigation and multi-function cleaning capabilities.
• Yunji Technology: Yunji Technology is a Chinese hotel service robot company specializing in autonomous delivery robots for hotel room service. Directly comparable to PadBot's W2 hotel delivery robot, competing head-to-head for hotel customers with similar elevator-integrated autonomous delivery functionality and comparable deployment models in Chinese and international hotel chains.

Broad incumbents

• Siasun Robot & Automation: Siasun is one of China's largest industrial robot manufacturers offering a broad portfolio including industrial robots, mobile robots, AGVs, and service robots. Comparable to PadBot as a broad Chinese robotics player with overlapping service robot offerings, though Siasun's primary focus is industrial automation with a much larger scale and capital base.
• LG Electronics (CLOi): LG CLOi is LG Electronics' commercial service robot line offering delivery, disinfection, and reception robots for hospitality, healthcare, and retail customers. Comparable to PadBot as a major-brand competitor offering overlapping service robot functionality, though LG's broader corporate resources and brand recognition create significant advantages in enterprise procurement processes.
• ECOVACS Robotics: ECOVACS is a leading Chinese consumer and commercial robotics company best known for robotic vacuums but expanding into commercial service robots. Comparable to PadBot as a Chinese robotics company with overlapping cleaning (C3 vs ECOVACS commercial), reception, and service robot offerings, with significantly larger scale, established brand, and consumer market presence.

Emerging players

• Agility Robotics: Agility Robotics is a US-based humanoid robotics company developing Digit, a general-purpose bipedal robot for warehouse and logistics applications. Comparable to PadBot's G2 robot dog as an emerging embodied AI/robotics competitor, though focused on humanoid form factors for industrial use cases rather than wheeled service robots in commercial environments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds6 records

Investors8 records

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M&A

Investments

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