30 incredible delivery and service robots

The growing demand for efficiency and convenience has driven the development of delivery and service robots. These autonomous robots are becoming increasingly common across a range of industries, from food and package deliveries to courier services. catering and customer service. In this post we will see some of the models that stand out, their prices and manufacturers. Here we go?

The delivery and service robot market

The market for autonomous delivery and service robots is experiencing remarkable growth driven by several factors. According to one report da Mordor intelligence, the autonomous delivery robot market was valued at US$763,94 million last year and is expected to reach US$2.5 billion in the next five years, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23,61%.

One of the main reasons for this growth is the increasing adoption of autonomous delivery vehicles. Companies like Ottonomy, which launched the fleet of fully autonomous delivery robots called Ottobots for restaurants and retailers, are driving this trend. In addition Starship Technologies received an investment of 50 million euros from the European Union to expand its fleet of autonomous delivery robots.

In addition to the autonomous delivery market, the indoor unmanned delivery robot market is also expanding. According to a report da Business Research Insights, the size of this global market was USD 17,0 million in 2021 and is expected to reach USD 1.3 billion in 2031, with a growth of 56,94%.

These trends indicate that the future of delivery and service is increasingly headed towards automation, with robots playing an increasingly important role in this growing sector. Let's take a look at some standout robots in this segment.

BellaBot, PuduBot 2, HolaBot, FlashBot, KettyBot – Pudu Robotics

A Pudu Robotics, an international high-tech company, stands out in the integration of research, design, production and sales of delivery and catering service robots. Its six remarkable robots offer innovative solutions for many market segments.

O PuduBot 2 is an intelligent delivery robot designed to meet the demands of different scenarios. With a closed machine design, advanced sensors and a high-performance battery, it offers greater stability and reliability. Its long battery life of up to 24 hours allows for continuous operations, and its ability to switch between four delivery modes makes it highly versatile.

O BellaBot is a new generation of service robots with advanced human-robot interaction capabilities. With a bionics-inspired design, AI voice functionality and several innovative functions, the BellaBot offers an unmatched food delivery experience. It supports positioning and navigation solutions, features omnidirectional microphones for precise sound localization, and a rugged, waterproof design. 

Already flashbot is a smart delivery robot that uses elevators and technology IoT to make deliveries to different floors. It has advanced features such as 3D perception, automatic recharging, UV light sterilization, and smooth navigation. In addition to its delivery capabilities, the flashbot is a complete digital management solution, allowing real-time monitoring through the platform PUDU CLOUD.

O KittyBot, with an advertising display, goes beyond delivery, guiding customers to their tables and offering intelligent interaction. Its superior mobility and minimalist design make it ideal for complex environments.

O HelloBot is an advanced robot with features such as intelligent delivery, high load capacity, pager function, gesture recognition and voice control. With its 60 kg load capacity and four spacious trays, the HelloBot increases efficiency in collecting items in restaurants and contributes to the implementation of smart hospitals. 

These robots, equipped with advanced technology such as SLAM visual and SLAM laser (technology that allows the robot to map and navigate its environment using visual information), 3D sensors and long-lasting batteries, makes the Pudu Robotics stand out in the commercial service robotics market, with almost 70.000 global shipments, presence in more than 60 countries and more than 1.400 patents.

To purchase one of these wonders, you must contact the company representative. pudu in Brazil, SouTech, to obtain prices and models, however, to have a price range, international resellers offer the PuduBot for US$ 12.000,00 (R$ 58.393,20) and the BellaBot for US$ 15.900,00 (R$ 77.370,99).

TUG DOOR, TUG DRAWER, TUG T3, TUG T3XL – Aethon Robotics

A Aethon Robotics launched a true revolution for the logistics, hospitality and healthcare sectors with its line of robots TUG. These autonomous robots were developed with the aim of optimizing the delivery and transportation of materials and supplies, allowing staff to focus on more critical tasks.

One of the models is the TUG DOOR, a delivery robot with a payload of 225 kg and a speed of 76 cm per second. It is widely used in the delivery, logistics, hospitality and healthcare industries. It is a complete digital management solution for buildings, enabling real-time monitoring and informed decision-making through the platform Aethon.

Another model is the TUG Drawer, similar to TUG Door in terms of load capacity and operating time, but uses a system of controlled drawers instead of a door.

Yes, TUG T3 and TUG T3XL are autonomous robots designed to automate the transport of materials in commercial environments. Unlike traditional systems of AGV (Automatically Guided Vehicle), Or T3 does not require specific infrastructure for navigation. With a maximum load capacity of 453 kg, and the T3XL weighing 635 kg, can operate for up to 10 hours with intermittent charging.

They have a 4-wheel omnidirectional movement system and can also move at a speed of 76 cm per second. Equipped with real-time sensors, such as LIDARs (technology that uses laser pulses to measure distances, creating accurate maps of the surrounding environment), sonars and infrared sensors.

Os TUG T3 use an internal map of the location for navigation and can carry out automatic deliveries and collections, the version being XL Capable of transporting carts 48″ (122cm) long. Visit the website of Aethon Robotics to sign the TUG for a monthly fee of US$1.200 (R$5.892,48) to $2.000 (R$9.820,80).

AUCARI Delivery, VERCARY Secure Delivery – Futronics

O AUCARI Delivery is an autonomous delivery robot developed by Futronics, equipped with three high-capacity shelves and sensors to monitor the removal of items. Usage data is sent to the Futronics Command Center, allowing more efficient delivery planning with optimized routes and times. With a touchscreen interface, the AUCARI It is intuitive and can improve efficiency and productivity in sectors such as healthcare, retail and logistics.

Already VERCARI Secure Delivery is an automatic delivery robot developed specifically for healthcare establishments. It offers a “hands-free” solution for the delivery of sensitive materials, utilizing authentication technology and a optional robotic arm. It also ensures safe deliveries by only allowing access to authorized individuals, and its hands-free functionality increases efficiency and reduces the risk of contamination.

For information on prices and purchasing conditions, it is recommended to contact the sellers through the official website of Futronics. 

Gita Mini, Gita Plus – Piaggio Fast Forward

Meet the robots Gita Mini e Gita Plus, developed by Piaggio Fast Forward, which bring innovative mobile technology solutions to help people with their daily tasks.

O Gita Mini is a personal assistance robot that works as a robotic backpack, capable of carrying heavy objects, such as bags and backpacks, following the user autonomously. Already the Gita Plus is a cargo robot that can carry up to 18 kg, offering an efficient solution for transporting supplies and goods in urban environments.

Both robots use advanced technologies, such as computer vision sensors and autonomous navigation systems, ensuring safety and practicality. Its applications include assistance in transporting personal objects at events and urban environments, support for supermarket purchases and cargo transportation solutions in urban areas.

According to the official website of Piaggio Fast Forward, Gita Mini is available for US$1850 (R$9.002,28), while the Gita Plus It has a price of US$3250 (R$15.814,82) for purchase.

Starship – Starship Robotics

A Starship Robotics has revolutionized the way we make local deliveries with its innovative autonomous robot called Starship. This six-wheeled ground robot has an object detection system that operates at more than 2000 frames per second, he is able to identify and avoid obstacles in his path. Furthermore, its mapping system allows it to have precise knowledge of its location, down to the nearest centimeter.

With a weight of 20 kg, the Starship It can carry loads of up to 10 kg and moves at a maximum speed of 6 km/h. To ensure its autonomous navigation capability, the robot is equipped with a variety of sensors, including ultrasonic sensors, radar, time-of-flight cameras and stereo cameras. Its battery has a useful life of more than 12 hours, allowing it to make numerous deliveries throughout the day.

Robot applications Starship are diverse. It is designed to deliver goods locally in a matter of minutes. This includes food, drinks, office supplies and tools. Currently, robots Starship are completing thousands of autonomous deliveries every day on college campuses across the United States.

Prices for local deliveries vary according to location, being £1 (R$6,04) in the United Kingdom and U$S2 (R$9,73) in the United States for local goods. To order a delivery, consumers can download the food delivery app Starship and choose the desired items.

A Starship Robotics, responsible for developing the robot Starship, was founded in 2014 by Ahti Heinla e Janus Friis, co-founders of Skype or Whatsapp. Over the years, its robots have operated in more than 20 countries and 100 cities around the world, making more than 5 million deliveries to date.

For those who wish to use the delivery service of Starship, the company offers a solution for partners, allowing stores and restaurants to integrate robots into their delivery fleets. Get in touch on the official website of Starship to budget a service implementation.

Ottobot – Ottonomy

The Ottobot from Ottonomy is a fully autonomous robot designed to make deliveries and navigate sidewalks and mixed-traffic environments. The new version Yeti do Ottobot it was a sensation CES 2023.

Origin, Vector and Max – Locus Robotics

O Origin, Vector e Max, are part of the line of autonomous mobile robots (AMR) collaboratives of Locus Robotics. It has different load capacities and functionalities for different applications.

aeo – Aeolus Robotics

O aeon da Aeolus Robotics, is a service robot that takes care of, disinfects, delivers and also provides security. Featured in CES 2023. ($25.000 – R$121.332,50)

Cruzr – Ubtech

O Cruzr da Ubtech is an intelligent and very versatile service robot for areas such as customer service or healthcare. ($18.900,00 – R$91.727,37)

Cadebot L100 and Cadebot U100 – Ubtech

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O Cadebot L100 e Cadebot U100 da Ubtech are intelligent service and delivery robots for use in restaurants, hospitals and offices. (€7690,00 – R$40.852,15)

Kiwibot – Kiwibot

O Kiwibot is an autonomous delivery robot the size of a beer crate capable of carrying up to 20 kg of cargo. It is equipped with sensors, cameras and artificial intelligence software that allow it to navigate urban environments safely and efficiently. ($2500 – R$12133,25 – the simplest model)

CLOi GuideBot - LG

Learn About CLOi GuideBot da LG, a robot that offers facility and destination guidance services. It incorporates speech recognition and touch interaction features, allowing users to interact with it. The robot also comes with a CMS (Content Management System) dedicated to facilitate content management. ($39.999,00 – R$194.127,15)

CLOi ServeBot - LG

O CLOi ServeBot da LG, is a mobile robot designed for commercial environments. It has built-in shelves for transporting and delivering items, using advanced navigation and mapping technology. ($14.052,00 – R$68.198,57)

Loomo – Segway

O Loomo da Segway is a personal vehicle robot with intelligent features from Intel RealSenseTM. Equipped with computer vision, emotion recognition and the ability to track accurately.

Its resistance to water splashes, long battery life and expressive personality make Loomo even more attractive. Versatile, the Loomo can be used as a telepresence avatar, making it a multifunctional device for various needs and scenarios. (US$ 2300,00 – R$ 11.162,59)

Servebot S1 – Segway

O ServeBot S1 da Segway is an indoor delivery robot with a sleek and compact design, the ServeBot S1 It has advanced navigation features, a load capacity of up to 60 kg and is versatile, and can be used for food delivery, material movement and guest service. With an intuitive interface and voice recognition, it is easy to operate and manage. ($10.949,00 – R$53.138,78)

E1 – Segway

A Segway also created an external delivery robot E1, equipped with advanced sensors such as high-resolution camera, radar mmWave and sensor fusion, ensuring safe and accurate operation even in extreme weather conditions.

Its long-lasting battery allows for uninterrupted operation throughout the day, with a load capacity of up to 20kg, an operating range of over 96km and an operating temperature of -10 to 50 degrees Celsius.

Retriever and Caddy – Labrador

O retriever and Caddy da Labrador, are robots for transporting large objects and accessing smaller items: the retriever has extra features such as automatic height adjustment and automatic item recovery, and the Caddy It is a simpler version, but also innovative.

Both models support up to 12 kg of load and operate on a single floor. The company also offers accessories, such as a tablet stand and compatible refrigerator. (from US$5.000,00 – R$24.266,50)

Tally 3.0 – Simbe

O Tally 3.0 da Dig in is an advanced autonomous robot for retail inventory purposes. It uses optical systems and computer vision technology to analyze the store environment, combined with RFID/Digimarc to track products.

Tally is accurate, cost-efficient and provides real-time data to assist retailers. Included in the magazine list Time of best inventions of 2023. (monthly rent from US$2.000,00 – R$9.706,60)

In short, delivery and service robots are transforming several sectors with innovative solutions for fast deliveries and personalized services. The promising future of these robots shows us that we are just at the beginning of this exciting journey towards a more automated and efficient world.

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Source: Business Research Insights, Tracxn, Practical Ecommerce

Text proofread by: Pedro Bomfim (27 / 11 / 23)