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Humanoid Robots: Which Are Available in Germany and What Do They Cost?
Robotics1 min read
A German article looks at which humanoid robots (robots shaped like people) can be bought in Germany and what they cost. Most are not sold to private buyers, and none on the list is aimed at home users.
Few humanoid robots can be bought in Germany
Many companies show off humanoid robots that do tricks or simple factory work. This makes private buyers curious too. But buying one in Germany is hard. Some models are not sold in the EU yet. Others cost a huge amount. Many are only for companies, research, or schools. The article uses the RoboterAtlas website, which lists 49 humanoid robots from 41 companies around the world, as of late October 2026.
Key numbers
- 49 humanoid robots are listed, made by 41 robot companies.
- 26 come from China, 10 from the USA, and 3 from Germany.
- Only 16 are meant for private homes, such as helpers, companions, or entertainment.
- 28 are for companies, and 18 are for research and education.
- Only 7 can be bought directly in Germany, and 4 more can be ordered through other EU countries.
Why prices in Germany are higher
The price list from the makers is in US dollars. In euros, the price in Germany is usually much higher. That is because import duties, VAT (a sales tax), and the seller's profit are added. The article's German list shows prices from about 9,000 euros (Booster K1) to about 94,600 euros (Dobot Atom). For the Unitree H1, no price was given.
Why it matters
Humanoid robots are getting cheaper and more common, but for now most are still tools for businesses and labs. Private buyers in Germany have very few options, and none of the listed robots is aimed at home use. The article also says the market is changing fast, especially in China, so the list will keep changing.
What to watch
- New humanoid robots are added often, so the list will grow.
- Whether more models become available in the EU.
- Whether prices fall, and whether any model is made for home use in Germany.
Glossary
- RoboterAtlas
- A website that lists humanoid robots, where they can be bought, and their prices.
- Unitree H1
- A humanoid robot listed for research and education, with no price given in the article.