Robotics Trends: Humanoid, Service Robots & CES 2025 Insights

CES 2025, which concluded in early January, reaffirmed key robotics trends from 2024 that continue to shape the industry in early 2025. The event showcased some of the most exciting advancements in humanoid and service robotics, with industry leaders like Unitree, Pudu Robotics, Agility Robotics, and others driving innovation across healthcare, hospitality, and logistics.

Below are some of the top trends and insights on humanoid and service robotics—along with RobotShop’s expanding role in offering and integrating such technologies.

Humanoid Robots Leading the Future

Humanoid robots are transitioning from concepts to real-world automation and AI-driven assistance. Leading robotics companies keep pushing the boundaries of humanoid technology, unveiling new platforms and refining existing ones—like those showcased at CES 2025.

Unitree Robotics Humanoid Robots:

Unitree G1

Known for its high mobility and adaptability, the Unitree G1 is designed for complex environments where human-like interaction and mobility are required.

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Unitree H1

Designed for more dynamic settings, the H1 excels in strength and precision, suitable for demanding industrial and commercial applications.

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Pudu Robotics Humanoid Robots:

Pudu Robotics D7

This humanoid robot is designed to perform a variety of service roles with enhanced interaction capabilities and autonomous navigation, making it suitable for public relations and customer service.

Pudu Robotics D9

Similar to D7 but with added capabilities for handling more complex tasks, D9 integrates advanced AI to manage multiple service functions simultaneously, making it a versatile asset in environments requiring high-level interaction and multitasking.

Additional Notable Humanoid Robots:

Reachy 2

This open-source humanoid robot is notable for its modularity and expressiveness, tailored for customer service and educational roles.

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Digit by Agility Robotics

Digit is designed for tasks requiring human-like mobility and manipulation, excelling in environments from delivery to logistics. It demonstrates advanced capabilities in safely navigating and interacting in both indoor and outdoor settings.

CASBOT 01 by Casper Tech

A humanoid that excels in customer service, equipped with natural language processing and emotional recognition, enhancing personal interaction in service roles.

Apollo by Apptronik

Designed to work alongside humans in collaborative environments, Apollo represents the next generation of humanoids intended for a variety of applications from assisting in manual labor tasks to performing in entertainment settings.

Mirokai by Enchanted Tools

Geared towards hospitality and healthcare, Mirokai impresses with its emotional intelligence and capability to interact in social contexts.

Aria by Realbotix

A leader in personal robotics, Aria brings sophisticated AI that enables it to serve as both a companion and an aide in homes and businesses.

These models demonstrate the expanding role of humanoid robots across industries, with ongoing advancements unlocking new possibilities.

Service Robots: Enhancing Efficiency Across Industries

With AI-driven adaptability, enhanced mobility, and expanded multi-tasking capabilities, service robots are evolving beyond automating repetitive tasks. From the innovations showcased at CES 2025 to the latest models from key industry leaders, these advancements enable personalized interactions and greater efficiency across various industries.

Pudu Robotics Service Robots:

Pudu Robotics PuduBot 2

This robot, an upgraded version of the original PuduBot, is renowned for its enhanced efficiency in restaurant and café environments. It excels at food and beverage delivery, navigating busy spaces with advanced sensors and improved autonomy.

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Pudu Robotics BellaBot

Building on the capabilities of the PuduBot 2, BellaBot adds a charming cat-themed design and enhanced interaction capabilities, making it not only a functional asset but also a conversation starter in customer service settings.

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Pudu Robotics CC1

Specifically designed for hospital and hotel settings, CC1 specializes in delivering goods and transporting equipment, streamlining operations while maintaining high levels of hygiene and safety, making it a crucial part of logistics in healthcare and hospitality.

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Pudu Robotics KettyBot

A recent addition to the Pudu lineup, KettyBot combines advanced navigation technology with a friendly interface, perfect for greeting guests and providing information in public spaces like malls and large retail environments.

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Richtech Robotics Service Robots:

Richtech Robotics Scorpion

An AI-powered single-arm robot adept at food and beverage preparation and delivery in hospitality settings, showcasing its precision and interactive capabilities.

Richtech Robotics ADAM

ADAM enhances service delivery in hospitality and retail. Its advanced AI enables it to navigate crowds, interact with customers, and perform tasks like food delivery and guest guidance efficiently.

As businesses turn to automation to address labor shortages and improve service quality, service robots are becoming a key driver of transformation across commercial and public sectors.

RobotShop’s Strategic Initiatives and Market Impact

As the leading source of robotics technology, RobotShop is positioned at the forefront of industry trends, helping businesses select and integrate advanced robotic solutions. Our Robotics Integration Services facilitate the adoption of service robots to meet your unique business needs. By partnering with leading manufacturers like Pudu Robotics, we provide tailored solutions that enhance operational efficiency and service delivery in key industries.

RobotShop’s offer of service robots is continually expanding and will soon cover a wide range of industries, including:

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Predictions & Future Outlook

The International Federation of Robotics (IFR) has identified potential applications for humanoid robots in logistics and warehousing, though their economic viability is still under evaluation. Advancements in AI and robotics continue to drive adoption, solidifying service robots as a growing force in automation.

Humanoid and service robots are set to become more integrated across various sectors, driven by their capacity to offer not just functional assistance but also emotional and social interaction. As these technologies evolve, they will fundamentally alter workspaces and living environments.

Providing support and access to everything robotics—including integration services—RobotShop helps customers, businesses, and organizations adopt the right robotics solutions, unlocking the infinite possibilities these innovations bring.

Photo credit: The Robot Report/ Gustie/ 4i Magazine/ Pudu Robotics/ Robotstart/ Looking Glass XR/ Apptronik/ Realbotix/ Richtech Robotics/ Agility Robotics