Quadruped robots

Four-legged inspection platforms for rough and unstructured ground

Quadrupeds cover terrain wheels cannot: gantries, gravel, cable trays, stairwells and plant rooms. Most buyers deploy them for repeatable inspection rounds with thermal and acoustic payloads, not for manipulation.

Platforms in this category

Unitree Robotics

A1

The Unitree A1 is a four-legged robot designed for research and development, supporting studies in areas such as navigation and human-robot interaction. It features lightweight, powerful motors enabling agile movement across various terrains. The platform offers open interfaces and ROS compatibility for customisation.

Price on application

Unitree Robotics

Aliengo

The Aliengo is a fully electric, mid-sized quadruped robot built for various research, education, and industrial scenarios. It features advanced depth sensing and joint force-control, allowing it to navigate challenging terrain effectively. The platform supports additional payloads, such as sensors and manipulators, for expanded functionality.

$50,000

ANYbotics

ANYmal C

ANYmal C was a four-legged autonomous robot engineered for regular inspections within complex industrial settings. Its design allowed navigation over challenging terrain and stairs without facility alterations. Integrated lidar and depth cameras provided comprehensive environmental awareness for autonomous operation.

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ANYbotics

ANYmal D

ANYmal D is an industrial-grade four-legged robot designed for autonomous inspections in multi-story and challenging environments. It can traverse difficult surfaces and stairs, collecting visual, thermal, and acoustic data. The robust, weatherproof platform integrates with existing operational systems through its API.

Price on application

Xiaomi

Cyberdog

The first iteration of Xiaomi's bio-inspired quadruped offered an open-source platform. It used in-house motors for agile movement and an NVIDIA Jetson Xavier NX for edge AI. Control options included voice, remote, or a companion application.

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Xiaomi

CyberDog 2

This second-generation bio-inspired quadruped, weighing 8.9 kg, is designed as an open platform. It targets developers and researchers, offering enhanced lifelike movement. The unit features various sensors, including LiDAR and depth cameras, for environmental awareness.

Price on application

Deep Robotics

Deep Robotics X30

The X30 represents Deep Robotics' flagship industrial quadruped, built for extreme conditions. It boasts an IP67 rating and operates across a wide temperature range, making it suitable for challenging environments. The unit excels in applications like power-grid and tunnel inspections.

Price on application

Faraday Future

FX Aegis Advanced Quadruped

The FX Aegis Advanced is a versatile quadruped robot designed for varied applications, from personal companionship to enterprise deployment. It is positioned for roles such as concierge services, security patrols, and factory deliveries. This model is sold in multiple configurations, including Pro, Edu, and Ultra trims.

$8,990 – $9,990

Faraday Future

FX Aegis Basic Quadruped

The FX Aegis Basic is an entry-level professional quadruped robot suitable for security, companionship, and various enterprise functions. It supports both Wi-Fi and 5G communication, facilitating remote operation in diverse environments, including industrial sites. An optional wheeled variant is also available for specific use cases.

$2,490

Unitree Robotics

Go1

The Go1 is a compact, four-legged robot designed for consumer and educational markets. It features integrated AI computing and multiple cameras for environment sensing. The robot can autonomously follow a person and is offered in various editions.

$2,700 – $3,500

Deep Robotics

Jueying Lite

The Jueying Lite is a fully programmable quadruped platform featuring 12 degrees of freedom. It offers open SDK and ROS interfaces for custom development. Configurations vary, adding perception and navigation hardware, with an IP54 rating for environmental durability.

Price on application

Deep Robotics

Jueying Mini

The Jueying Mini was a four-legged robot designed for educational, research, and inspection tasks. It integrated LiDAR and visual perception for autonomous navigation, obstacle avoidance, and environmental mapping. This model has been replaced by newer product lines.

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Deep Robotics

Jueying X20

This four-legged robot is designed for industrial use across challenging environments. It excels in tasks such as power station and pipeline inspection, alongside emergency response and survey exploration. The platform offers a significant payload capacity and extended operational endurance for outdoor deployments.

Price on application

Unitree Robotics

Laikago

Laikago was an early quadruped robot from Unitree Robotics, designed for locomotion research. It featured twelve brushless DC motors and an official ROS package, primarily deployed in university settings for development work.

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MangDang

Mini Pupper

The Mini Pupper is an open-source, Raspberry Pi-driven quadruped robot kit, suitable for K12 education and robotics enthusiasts. It operates with ROS2, providing capabilities for SLAM, navigation, and computer vision. Available in pre-assembled or DIY variants, it also supports optional sensor upgrades.

$649

MangDang

Mini Pupper 2

The Mini Pupper 2 is a Raspberry Pi-powered robotic dog kit for education and hobbyist experimentation. It supports ROS2 and advanced functionalities like SLAM, navigation, computer vision, and integration with large language models. The platform is highly customisable, offering various assembly configurations and expansion options.

$649

Petoi

Petoi Bittle

Petoi Bittle is a palm-sized, open-source quadruped robot dog, provided as a self-assembly kit. It is designed for coding education and hobbyist robotics, allowing control via remote, mobile app, or programming languages. Built around an Arduino-compatible controller, it performs various animal-like movements.

$289

Petoi

Petoi Nybble

Petoi Nybble is an open-source, Arduino-compatible quadruped robot cat, supplied as a self-assembly kit. Designed for makers and STEM learners, it can perform lifelike movements including walking and balancing. Users can program new behaviours using block-based coding, C++, or a Python API.

$299

Boston Dynamics

Spot

Spot is a four-legged mobile robot engineered for sensing, data capture, and inspection in hazardous or challenging industrial environments. It navigates diverse terrains, including stairs and obstacles, supporting both manual control and autonomous, repeatable missions.

Price on application

Unitree Robotics

Unitree As2-W

This compact wheel-legged quadruped combines articulated legs with powered wheels, enabling rapid movement and obstacle negotiation. It is provisioned in X and EDU variants. Currently classified as announced, public pricing and widespread deployment evidence are pending.

Price on application

Unitree Robotics

Unitree B2

The Unitree B2 is an industrial-grade quadruped robot engineered for rigorous tasks including inspection and logistics over uneven terrain. It offers a significant load capacity, extended operational duration, and proficient obstacle negotiation, including stair climbing. Perception is supported by integrated front and rear depth and optical cameras.

$100,000

Unitree Robotics

Unitree B2 W

This wheeled variant of an industrial quadruped integrates powered wheels for high-speed ground travel while retaining legged mobility for uneven surfaces. It features a sealed, weather-resistant chassis and a swappable battery, suited for inspection and logistics. Designed for demanding professional and research use cases.

$100,000

Unitree Robotics

Unitree Go2 Air

The Go2 Air is Unitree's foundational quadruped robot, suitable for educational applications, demonstrations, and initial research stages. It features agile movement via aluminum knee motors and is managed using a dedicated mobile application. This version omits some high-end processing and connectivity options.

$1,600

Unitree Robotics

Unitree Go2 Edu

This Go2 variant is tailored for academic and research environments, offering open programming interfaces and enhanced performance. It is designed for university laboratories and advanced AI learning, supporting custom payloads and prolonged autonomous operations. The Edu model surpasses consumer versions in capabilities.

Price on application

Unitree Robotics

Unitree Go2 Pro

This quadrupedal robot dog features 4D ultra-wide LiDAR and integrated artificial intelligence capabilities. It includes an enhanced application for high-definition video streaming and remote operation. This model is suitable for both end-users and software developers.

$2,800

Unitree Robotics

Unitree Go2 X

The Go2 X represents the top retail specification within its series, featuring foot-end force sensors and an improved side-follow system. It is constructed from aluminium and engineering plastic, maintaining a 15 kg weight. This model offers expanded capabilities for various operational scenarios.

$4,500

Unitree Robotics

Unitree Go2-W

This robot replaces traditional feet with powered wheels, allowing high-speed movement on smooth surfaces. Its unique leg-wheel configuration enables it to navigate over obstacles effectively. The Go2-W is primarily for industrial trials and research applications.

Price on application