Pudu Robotics

What Pudu Robotics does

Pudu Robotics is a Shenzhen, China-based commercial service robotics company founded in 2016 by Felix Zhang that designs, manufactures, and sells AI-powered robots for commercial cleaning, delivery, and industrial material handling. The company's product portfolio spans 15+ distinct SKUs organized into commercial cleaning robots (PUDU BG1 Series, CC1 Pro, CC1, MT1, MT1 Max, MT1 Vac, SH1), commercial delivery robots (BellaBot, BellaBot Pro, KettyBot Pro, PuduBot 2, HolaBot, FlashBot Max, FlashBot Arm), industrial AMRs (T150, T300, T600 with 150-600 kg payload), and quadruped/humanoid platforms (D5, D7, D9) developed through the Pudu X-Lab R&D division. Core technology rests on a proprietary 'One Brain, Multiple Embodiments' architecture anchored by the PuduFM 1.0 robot foundation model and PuduAgent embodied agent platform, supported by PUDU VSLAM+ dual visual/LiDAR SLAM navigation, AI Magic Cleaning, multi-robot collaboration, and the Pudu Link cloud fleet management platform.

Name

Pudu Robotics

Legal name

Pudu Robotics

Website

https://pudurobotics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Pudu Robotics is a Shenzhen-based commercial service robotics company founded in 2016 that designs, manufactures, and sells AI-powered cleaning, delivery, industrial AMR, and humanoid robots to retail, hospitality, F&B, and industrial customers across 80+ countries, with over 120,000 units deployed and 23% global market share.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Service Robotics

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Service & Hospitality Robots (HDAAAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Humanoid & General-Purpose Robots (HDAAAIAJ), Industrial & Warehouse Robotics (HDAAAIAA), Robot Hardware, Actuators & Components (sensors, grippers, motors) (HDAAAIAL)

Keywords

• Commercial service robotics
• Autonomous cleaning robots
• Food delivery robots
• Industrial mobile robots
• Embodied AI robotics

Headquarters

HQ city

Shenzhen

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Commercial Cleaning Robots: Sale of autonomous cleaning robots including CC1, CC1 Pro, MT1, MT1 Max, MT1 Vac, SH1, BG1, and BG1 Pro. This is the largest revenue stream, accounting for over 70% of total revenue. Products serve retail, healthcare, hospitality, industrial, transportation, education, and public service sectors with capabilities including sweeping, scrubbing, vacuuming, and mopping.
2. Commercial Delivery Robots: Sale of delivery robots including BellaBot, BellaBot Pro, PuduBot 2, HolaBot, FlashBot Max, and FlashBot Arm for food service, hospitality, retail, and healthcare delivery applications. The PuduBot 2 holds 80% global market share and has accumulated over 11 million working hours.
3. Industrial Delivery Robots: Sale of industrial autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) including T150 (150kg payload), T300 (300kg payload), and T600 (600kg payload) for manufacturing and warehouse logistics. The T-series shipped over 4,000 units within one year of launch, representing a rapidly growing segment.
4. Quadruped and Humanoid Robots: Emerging revenue streams from D5 quadruped robots (for industrial inspection, patrol, logistics, and emergency response) and humanoid robots including D7 (industrial semi-humanoid for manufacturing) and D9 (full-size bipedal humanoid for commercial applications).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

Pudu Robotics designs, manufactures, and sells autonomous AI-powered service robots for commercial cleaning, commercial delivery, industrial material handling, and emerging quadruped/humanoid applications. Its portfolio spans 15+ products including commercial cleaning robots (BG1, CC1, CC1 Pro, MT1 series, SH1), commercial delivery robots (BellaBot, PuduBot 2, HolaBot, FlashBot Max, KettyBot Pro), industrial AMRs (T150, T300, T600), and humanoid/quadruped platforms (D5, D7, D9). The robots serve retail, food service, hospitality, healthcare, transportation, industrial, and public service customers, generating revenue primarily through hardware sales.

Product overview

Pudu Robotics is a global leader in commercial service robotics offering a comprehensive portfolio of AI-powered robots across three main categories: Commercial Cleaning Robots (including PUDU BG1 Series, CC1 Pro, CC1, MT1, MT1 Max, MT1 Vac, and SH1 for various cleaning applications), Commercial Delivery Robots (including BellaBot, BellaBot Pro, KettyBot Pro, PuduBot 2, HolaBot, and FlashBot Max for hospitality and retail environments), and Industrial/Material Handling Robots (including T150, T300, T600 for warehouse and manufacturing logistics). The company also operates Pudu X-Lab for advanced humanoid and embodied AI research, developing products like the PUDU D7 semi-humanoid robot, PUDU D9 full-size bipedal humanoid robot, and PUDU D5 Series quadruped robots. All products integrate proprietary PUDU VSLAM+ navigation technology, AI-driven perception systems, and IoT connectivity for seamless building integration. The company has deployed over 120,000 units globally across 80+ countries, holding approximately 23% of the global commercial service robotics market share.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• PUDU BG1 Series AI-native large scrubber-dryer robot designed for comprehensive floor cleaning in large commercial environments. Features real-time dirt detection, milliliter-level detergent precision, adaptive cleaning mechanisms, and extendable edge cleaning brush for 24/7 autonomous operation.
• PUDU CC1 Pro AI-powered autonomous cleaning robot for large commercial venues including retail centers, hospitals, airports, and industrial warehouses. Features real-time cleaning effect detection, adaptive cleaning based on floor type and dirt levels, with 5,000-8,000 square meter effective cleaning range per operation.
• PUDU CC1 Intelligent 4-in-1 commercial cleaning robot offering sweeping, scrubbing, vacuuming, and mopping functions. Designed for multi-floor buildings with automatic water addition, drainage, and charging capabilities.
• PUDU MT1 AI-powered robotic sweeper designed for large venues up to 100,000 square meters. Features AI trash recognition, spot cleaning with 500% efficiency increase, and 24/7 continuous operation with 8-hour runtime.
• PUDU MT1 Max AI-powered robotic sweeper with 3D perception technology for large-scale indoor and semi-outdoor environments. Features enhanced navigation, obstacle avoidance, and cleaning capabilities with up to 100,000㎡ coverage and IP54 sealing.
• PUDU MT1 Vac AI-powered robotic sweeper and vacuum combining sweeping, vacuuming, and dust-mopping for commercial and industrial spaces. Features LiDAR SLAM and VSLAM navigation, dual-fan technology delivering 200% suction efficiency, supporting up to 10 consecutive days of autonomous operation.
• PUDU SH1 Smart upright scrubber dryer with cordless, walk-behind design for restaurants, retail, and auto service centers. Features air-liquid-debris separation, instant scrub-and-dry capability with 20,000Pa suction, and multidimensional cleaning including vertical and edge surfaces.
• KettyBot Pro Flexible multitask delivery and reception promotion robot for restaurants and retail. Features 18.5-inch display for customized advertising, superior mobility, multiple delivery modes, smart tray detection, and automatic recharging.
• BellaBot Pro Premium delivery and advertising robot with cat-inspired design. Features 18.5-inch customizable advertising screen, AI voice interaction, superior mobility with 65cm agility, and multiple modes including delivery, recycle, cruise, guide, and birthday modes.
• BellaBot Original cat delivery and engagement robot for restaurants and retail. Features multimodal interaction including light, haptic feedback, and smart expressions. Industry-exclusive dual SLAM solution covering all scenarios with 3D omnidirectional obstacle avoidance.
• PuduBot 2 Universal delivery robot with best-selling commercial service robot heritage. Features PUDU VSLAM+ marker-less technology reducing 75% deployment time, dual LiDAR for 360-degree sensing, and support for extra-large scenes up to 40,000㎡. Holds 80% global market share in its category with over 11 million working hours accumulated.
• PUDU HolaBot Pager and notification delivery robot for restaurants and hotels. Features high loading capacity, sound tracking, 3D obstacle avoidance technology, and autonomous navigation planning.
• FlashBot Max Building delivery expert with VSLAM+ semi-outdoor delivery capability for multi-floor hotel environments. Features cloud and hardware solutions for elevator control, modular adjustable compartments (2-4), and IoT integration for seamless building automation.
• FlashBot Arm Semi-humanoid embodied AI service robot developed by Pudu X-Lab. Features dual 7-DOF arms with dexterous hands capable of pressing elevator buttons, opening doors, and handling precise tasks. Supports multimodal AI interaction with vision, tactile sensors, and natural language processing.
• PUDU T150 Light-payload industrial delivery robot for 150 kg payload applications in manufacturing and warehouse environments. Features 10-minute mapping and 1-hour reliable operation, VSLAM+ and LiDAR SLAM navigation, with ISO 3691-4 industrial safety certification.
• PUDU T300 Intelligent autonomous mobile robot for industrial material delivery with 300 kg load capacity. Features auto and semi-auto delivery modes, follow mode for material preparation, power-assist mode for manual intervention, and VSLAM+ navigation with ISO 3691-4 compliance.
• PUDU T600 Series Heavy-payload industrial delivery robot with 600 KG capacity for large payload material transport. Features rack group recognition, VDA5050 protocol compatibility, idle elevator priority scheduling, and on-premises deployment support for warehouse operations.
• PUDU D5 Series Industry-grade autonomous quadruped robot designed for complex outdoor and industrial environments. Available in legged (D5) and wheeled (D5-W) configurations. Features NVIDIA Orin-powered computing, 360-degree perception with dual LiDAR, 30 kg payload, 5 m/s speed, IP67 weather resistance, operating from -20°C to 55°C.
• PUDU D9 The first full-size bipedal humanoid robot by Pudu Robotics. Features 170 cm height, 65 kg weight, 42 DOF, 20 kg payload capacity, 2 m/s walking speed. Equipped with PUDU DH11 dexterous hands with 12 tactile sensing regions for intricate task execution.
• PUDU D7 Industrial-grade semi-humanoid robot for manufacturing and warehouse environments. Features dual-arm dexterity with up to 14 kg payload capacity, millimeter-level tactile precision control, 360-degree environmental awareness through dual LiDAR systems, and autonomous battery swapping for 24/7 continuous operations.
• Self-Cleaning Docking Station for PUDU CC1 Self-cleaning docking station for the PUDU CC1 series that automates squeegee and roller brush maintenance using ultrasonic technology and hot water, reducing daily upkeep to a single weekly water tank rinse.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% year-over-year revenue growth in 2025
• +9 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability11 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

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

• ICE (cleaning technology firm)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 11 June 2026ICE has partnered with Tesco to launch autonomous cleaning robots across 600 Express convenience stores in UK, claimed as first deployment of this scale in UK convenience sector. Pudu CC1 robots are being deployed through this partnership (though sourced through ICE as the prime contractor).
• TescocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 11 June 2026UK grocery giant rolling out autonomous cleaning robots across 600 Express convenience stores in partnership with ICE. The robots handle routine floor cleaning tasks, allowing store staff to focus on customer service and day-to-day operations.
• Shenzhen CTID Co. Ltd (Shenzhen Culture & Tourism Industry Development Co. Ltd)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026Strategic cooperation to develop the world's first full-scenario robot-serviced hotel on West Artificial Island of Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link in China's Greater Bay Area. The hotel will integrate robots across all major service scenarios including reception, room delivery, cleaning, food service, and guest support, powered by PuduFM 1.0 and PuduAgent platforms. Trial operations scheduled to commence by end of 2026.
• Gom Schoonhouden B.V.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 17 April 2026Dutch professional cleaning services provider, one of Netherlands' largest, deploying AI-native PUDU BG1 Series scrubbing robot at Interclean Amsterdam 2026. This marks the first European deployment of Pudu's AI-native cleaning technology, positioning Gom as the first European adopter of the technology featuring real-time dirt detection and adaptive cleaning strategies.
• Fulin Robot Technologie B.V.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 17 April 2026Regional partner facilitating the partnership between Pudu Robotics and Gom Schoonhouden B.V. for European deployment of PUDU BG1 Series.
• Pulse TechnologycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 23 March 2026Partnership making Pudu Robotics a distributor for service robots throughout the Midwest and beyond. Robots handle delivery, autonomous floor cleaning, and material transport for restaurants, hotels, retail, and healthcare facilities. Pulse Technology can also offer dealership opportunities to other businesses seeking to expand into robotics.
• Autofina RoboticscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 10 February 2026Partnership for India market, introducing autonomous cleaning robots including PUDU CC1 Pro for large commercial spaces. Autofina Robotics offers extensive support and five-year warranty, focusing on efficiency, autonomy, and operational reliability.
• Hôtel MonvilleminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2026Canadian hotel upgrading its in-room delivery robot from Savioke to Pudu Flashbot since January 2026. The Flashbot features 2-4 delivery compartments compared to single compartment of predecessor. Hôtel Monville has been pioneer in hospitality robotics since first integrating a robot in 2018.
• RobobeecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 October 2025Robobee serves as Pudu Robotics' authorized regional distributor for Switzerland, facilitating the deployment of 200 PUDU CC1 cleaning robots across Denner's Swiss store network. Robobee handles on-site implementation, staff training, and ongoing technical maintenance for the retail automation initiative.
• Denner (Migros subsidiary)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 October 2025Swiss discount supermarket chain and Migros subsidiary deploying 200 PUDU CC1 4-in-1 cleaning robots across store network. Deployment began Fall 2025 following successful four-store pilot a year earlier. Part of Denner's broader modernization program under CEO Torsten Friedrich, addressing increased cleaning demands from expanded fresh produce offerings.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• SoftBank Robotics: Established global player with Pepper (humanoid) and Whiz (commercial vacuum). Competes in overlapping service and cleaning categories with broader portfolio and incumbent brand advantages versus Pudu's narrower vertical focus.

Direct peers

• Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR): Teradyne-owned AMR vendor competing with Pudu T150/T300/T600 in light and mid-payload industrial delivery. Comparable autonomous mobile robots for manufacturing and warehouse intralogistics use cases.
• Locus Robotics: Warehouse AMR vendor competing with Pudu's T-series for e-commerce and 3PL fulfillment. Both sell autonomous mobile robots targeting labor shortages in distribution centers, though Locus focuses on goods-to-person picking.
• Keenon Robotics: China-based direct competitor offering commercial delivery and cleaning robots (e.g., T-series delivery, cleaning lines) across F&B and hospitality. Competes head-to-head with Pudu in Asia and increasingly in global markets.
• Savioke: Pioneer in hospitality delivery robots (Relay). Directly comparable as Pudu's FlashBot Max displaced Savioke at Hôtel Monville; competes for the same hotel room-service and senior-living delivery contracts.
• Bear Robotics: Direct competitor in restaurant service delivery robots (Servi/Servi Plus). Targets the same F&B and hospitality customers as Pudu's BellaBot, KettyBot, and HolaBot, with overlapping delivery/reception use cases in the US, Korea, and Japan.
• Geek+: China-based warehouse AMR/AMR provider competing with Pudu's T-series in industrial material handling. Both target manufacturing and warehouse customers with autonomous mobile robot solutions.
• Gaussian Robotics: Direct competitor in commercial floor cleaning robots (Scrubber 50, Vacuum 40, Phantas). Competes against Pudu's CC1, BG1, and MT1 lines for retail, healthcare, and warehouse cleaning accounts.

Emerging players

• Diligent Robotics: Hospital service robot (Moxi) for healthcare facilities. Comparable as a specialized indoor mobile service robot vendor, addressing hospitals — one of Pudu's secondary customer verticals.
• Miso Robotics: US restaurant robotics company (Flippy, Sippy) targeting back-of-house cooking automation. Adjacent rather than directly competitive to Pudu's front-of-house delivery robots, but addresses the same labor-shortage pain points in QSRs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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