What Shenzhen Yahboom Technology Co.,Ltd does

Shenzhen Yahboom Technology Co.,Ltd (DBA: Yahboom) is a privately held open-source hardware company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Shenzhen, China. The company designs and sells educational robotics kits, AI-integrated robots, and development boards compatible with NVIDIA Jetson, Raspberry Pi, D-Robotics RDK, STM32, ESP32, Micro:bit, RISC-V, and MSPM0 platforms. Its product portfolio spans entry-level sensors and accessories ($3.99-$55), mid-range robot cars and educational kits ($98-$779), and advanced AI robotics systems ($500-$6,999) including ROSMASTER autonomous mobile robots, DOFBOT robotic arms, DOGZILLA quadruped robot dogs, Muto hexapod robots, JetCobot 7-axis collaborative arms, and Hailo AI acceleration modules. Most products support ROS/ROS2 Humble, feature AI computer vision (face/object/gesture recognition), and integrate multimodal large language models for natural-language interaction and autonomous task execution.

The company operates a product-led, direct-to-consumer e-commerce model through a self-serve Shopify storefront (category.yahboom.net), shipping globally to 140+ countries with free shipping above $50, USD pricing, and a 90-day warranty. Revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales with no recurring subscription component. Go-to-market relies on a YouTube channel (@YahboomTechnology), a dedicated tutorial and study site (yahboom.net/study), SEO-optimized blog content, and email newsletter signup. The customer base spans three primary segments: education and STEM learning (primary), makers and hobbyists, and researchers and developers in robotics and AI. Yahboom holds core partnerships with NVIDIA (Jetson ecosystem), the Raspberry Pi Foundation, D-Robotics (RDK), the BBC Micro:bit Foundation, and the Open Source Robotics Foundation (ROS). The company is privately held with no disclosed funding rounds, management team, or revenue; operational scale signals include approximately 1,941 verified storefront reviews averaging 4.68 stars across the global customer base.

Name

Shenzhen Yahboom Technology Co.,Ltd

Legal name

Shenzhen Yahboom Technology Co.,Ltd

Website

https://yahboom.net

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Shenzhen Yahboom Technology is a privately held Shenzhen-based open-source hardware company selling educational robotics kits, AI-integrated robots, and development boards (NVIDIA Jetson, Raspberry Pi, RDK, Micro:bit) via a global direct-to-consumer e-commerce storefront shipping to 140+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Educational Robotics

NAICS

Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (33411), Electronic Computer Manufacturing (334111), Doll, Toy, and Game Manufacturing (33993)

SIC

Retail-Computer & Computer Software Stores (5734), Electronic Computers (3571)

akta.pro primary industry

Robotics Learning Platforms (EDAFANAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Robotics Kits, Parts & Lab Equipment Providers (Education-Focused) (EDAMADAN), Embedded, Maker Platforms & Development Kits Retail (CRACAKAI), DIY Kits, STEM Electronics & Maker Bundles Retail (CRACAKAN), Robot Software, Autonomy Stacks & Simulation (ROS, digital twins) (HDAAAIAK)

Keywords

• Educational robotics kits
• AI development platforms
• Open source hardware
• ROS2 robot platforms
• STEM education tools

Headquarters

HQ city

Shenzhen

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: One-time purchase model for physical robotics products including development boards, robot kits, sensors, accessories, and expansion modules. Revenue generated through direct e-commerce sales with global shipping. No recurring subscription components.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Shenzhen Yahboom Technology Co.,Ltd manufactures and sells open-source educational robotics kits, AI-integrated robots, and development boards compatible with NVIDIA Jetson, Raspberry Pi, RDK, STM32, ESP32, Micro:bit, and RISC-V platforms. Core products include ROSMASTER autonomous robot platforms, DOFBOT AI vision robotic arms, DOGZILLA quadruped robot dogs, Micro:bit STEM kits, sensor modules, LiDAR sensors, and AI acceleration HATs. The company sells exclusively through its own direct e-commerce storefront (category.yahboom.net) with global shipping to 140+ countries, offering bundled tutorials and pre-installed system images.

Product overview

Shenzhen Yahboom Technology Co.,Ltd is a globally leading open-source hardware service provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of educational robotics, development platforms, and electronic modules. The product ecosystem centers on two main categories: (1) Development Platforms including NVIDIA Jetson (Orin NX, Orin NANO, AGX Orin, AGX Thor), Raspberry Pi (4B, 5), RDK Series (X3, X5, S100), Embedded Series (STM32, ESP32, RISC-V, MSPM0, Micro:bit); and (2) Robotics Products including ROSMASTER autonomous robots (X3, X3 Plus, M1, M3, M3 Pro, R2, A1), DOFBOT AI Vision Robotic Arms (SE, Pro, Jetson, Pi variants), DOGZILLA Robot Dogs (S1, S2, Lite), Muto Hexapod Robots (S1, S2, RS), JetCobot 7-axis arms, Transbot SE, and MicroROS Robot Cars. Accessories include Visual Modules (depth cameras, USB cameras, K210 AI vision), LiDAR sensors (single/multi-line, single-point), Sensor Modules (IMU, tracking, distance, voice), Hailo AI acceleration HATs, and Robotics Accessories (chassis, servos, motors, expansion boards). The company provides open-source hardware with ROS/ROS2 support, AI vision capabilities, and Python/MakeCode/MicroPython programming for STEM education and robotics research.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ROSMASTER Series Robot Platforms ROS-powered robot cars and platforms supporting NVIDIA Jetson, Raspberry Pi, and RDK development boards with SLAM mapping, autonomous navigation, AI vision recognition, and ROS2 integration for robotics research and education.
• DOFBOT Robotic Arms AI vision-enabled robotic arms supporting Raspberry Pi, Jetson NANO, and ROS2, available in DOFBOT SE, DOFBOT Pro, and DOFBOT Jetson Nano variants for educational and research applications including AI LLM-powered interaction.
• DOGZILLA Robot Dogs AI-enabled quadruped robot dogs with Raspberry Pi CM5/CM4 modules, 12DOF/15DOF configurations, robotic arms, AI vision, large language model interaction, and ROS2 support.
• Muto Hexapod Robots AI vision-enabled 18DOF hexapod robots supporting Raspberry Pi 5 and NVIDIA Jetson NANO with ROS2 integration, AI large language model support, and intelligent serial bus servos.
• JetCobot Robotic Arm 7-axis visual collaborative robotic arm for Jetson NANO and Orin NANO platforms with AI vision for color and face recognition, MoveIt simulation control, and 0.5mm positioning accuracy.
• Transbot SE ROS Robot Car ROS robot car for Jetson NANO B01 and Raspberry Pi 5 with 2DOF camera and 3DOF robotic arm, featuring AI recognition for footballs, QR codes, faces, and gestures.
• MyCobot 320 Collaborative Robotic Arm Collaborative 6-axis robotic arm supporting 1KG payload for industrial and educational applications.
• Rider-Pi Wheel-Legged Robot Two wheel-legged robot powered by Raspberry Pi CM5/CM4 core module for adaptive terrain navigation.
• MicroROS Robot Cars ROS2 robot cars including MicroROS-Pi5 for Raspberry Pi 5 and MicroROS Control boards with ROS2-HUMBLE integration and Python3 programming support.
• NVIDIA Jetson Developer Products Developer kits and accessories for NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX, Orin NANO, AGX Orin, and AGX Thor platforms including protective cases, carrier boards, cameras, and displays for AI edge computing and robotics development.
• Raspberry Pi Development Products Development boards, starter kits, protective cases, cameras, expansion boards, and accessories for Raspberry Pi 4B and 5 platforms including AI HAT modules with Hailo processors.
• D-Robotics RDK Series Development Boards RDK X3, X5, and S100 developer kits with stereo cameras, MIPI HD cameras, aluminum alloy cases, and camera expansion boards for robotics development.
• BBC Micro:bit STEM Products BBC Micro:bit development boards, expansion boards, robotics kits, and accessories including Building:bit Super kit, Tiny:bit smart cars, Super:bit expansion boards, and World of Module sensor kits for STEM education.
• ESP32 Series Development Modules ESP32-based development boards, WiFi camera modules, and AI vision modules including ESP32-S3 WiFi Camera with optional 2DOF PTZ.
• STM32 Development Boards and Robot Kits STM32 development boards, drive boards, and robotics kits including self-balancing robot cars for embedded systems development.
• RISC-V Series Development Boards RISC-V architecture-based development boards and modules for open-source hardware applications.
• MSPM0 Microcontroller Development Modules MSPM0 microcontroller-based development modules and boards.
• World of Module Sensor Kit System Building block-compatible sensor kits with programmable modules supporting Micro:bit, Arduino UNO, Raspberry Pi Pico, with LEGO EV3 compatibility for modular robotics education.
• Visual Modules and AI Cameras Depth cameras (RGBD), USB cameras, and AI visual modules for robotics and AI vision applications including K210-based vision modules for edge AI.
• LiDAR Sensors LiDAR sensors including single-line, multi-line, and single-point configurations for robotics navigation, mapping, and obstacle detection.
• PALMSLAM Handheld LiDAR Scanner Handheld 2D mapping device for LiDAR-based navigation and environment scanning.
• Electronic Sensor Modules Electronic sensor modules including IMU, tracking, distance measuring, voice, communication, and display/RGB light modules for robotics and embedded applications.
• Robotics Accessories Mechanical components including chassis/brackets, expansion boards, servos, motors, wheels, remote controls, power supplies, and mapping accessories for robotics construction.
• Hailo AI Acceleration HAT Modules AI acceleration modules including Hailo-8/8L and Hailo-10H HAT+ boards providing 40 TOPS for Raspberry Pi 5 AI applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Customers report 4.68/5.0 average satisfaction rating across 1,941 verified reviews

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability6 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• NVIDIAcoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized Jetson ecosystem partner offering development boards, carrier boards, protective cases, and accessories for NVIDIA Jetson NANO, Orin NANO, Orin NX, AGX Orin, and Thor platforms. Products include pre-installed system images with OpenClaw examples.
• Raspberry Pi FoundationcoreTechnology or IntegrationCompatible products supporting Raspberry Pi 4B, 5, Compute Module 4/5 platforms including development boards, robot kits, expansion boards, cameras, and accessories.
• D-Robotics (RDK)coreTechnology or IntegrationD-Robotics RDK series products including RDK X3, X5, S100, S100P developer kits and related accessories like cameras, protective cases, and expansion boards.
• BBC Micro:bit FoundationcoreTechnology or IntegrationProducts supporting BBC Micro:bit V1.5 and V2 boards including robot cars, sensor kits, expansion boards, and protective cases designed for STEM education.
• Open Source Robotics Foundation (ROS)coreTechnology or IntegrationFull ROS and ROS2 Humble compatible robot products including ROSMASTER series, DOFBOT robotic arms, and mobile robots with SLAM, navigation, and autonomous capabilities.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Adafruit Industries: Adafruit is a US-based open-source hardware retailer selling DIY electronics, sensors, and learning kits for makers and educators. Comparable DTC model and target audience, though with deeper hobbyist focus.
• SparkFun Electronics: SparkFun sells development boards, sensors, and educational electronics kits, including SparkFun Inventor Kits for STEM. Comparable in DTC open-source hardware retail and education segment.
• SunFounder: SunFounder sells Raspberry Pi, Arduino, and ROS-based robotic kits, robot arms, and STEAM education hardware directly to learners and hobbyists. Highly comparable to Yahboom in target customer, product mix, and DTC e-commerce model.
• Hiwonder: Hiwonder is a Shenzhen-based robotics education company offering ROS robot dogs, hexapods, robotic arms, and humanoid kits for STEM and research. Direct competitor to Yahboom's ROSMASTER, DOFBOT, and DOGZILLA product lines.
• Adeept: Adeept sells Raspberry Pi and Arduino-based robot kits, robotic arms, and STEM learning platforms with bundled tutorials. Direct competitor in DIY Raspberry Pi robotics kits and educational robots.
• Seeed Studio: Seeed Studio is a Shenzhen-based open-source hardware provider offering NVIDIA Jetson carrier boards, Raspberry Pi accessories, and community-driven maker modules. Closely comparable to Yahboom's open-source hardware e-commerce model.
• DFRobot: DFRobot manufactures and retails STEM electronics, sensors, microcontrollers, and robotics kits primarily for makers and education. Overlaps significantly with Yahboom's sensor modules, dev boards, and educational kits.
• Waveshare Electronics: Waveshare is a Shenzhen-based manufacturer of LCDs, sensors, and dev boards for Raspberry Pi, Jetson, and STM32. Overlaps with Yahboom's display, sensor, and Jetson/Raspberry Pi accessory categories.
• ELECFREAKS: ELECFREAKS is a BBC Micro:bit official partner selling Micro:bit kits, Cutebot, and STEM electronics globally. Direct competitor in the Micro:bit/STEM education niche that Yahboom also targets.

Broad incumbents

• Makeblock: Makeblock is a larger, established STEM robotics platform (mBot, Codey Rocky, mBuild) serving K-12 schools globally. Broader incumbent in educational robotics with formal school-channel programs that Yahboom competes with.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@YahboomTechnology
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/shenzhen-yahboom-technology-co-ltd

Revenue estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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