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| Name | One-liner | Country | Sector | Stage | Raising |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1X Technologies | Norwegian-American robotics company building safe, human-friendly humanoid robots | Norway | Humanoid Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| ABB Robotics | Industrial and collaborative robots powering automotive, electronics, and logistics | Switzerland | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| AeroVironment | Defense and commercial technology company building unmanned aircraft systems, loitering munitions, and robotic solutions | United States | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Aethon | Autonomous mobile robots automating deliveries in hospitals and hotels. | United States | Healthcare & Hospital Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Agility Robotics | Digit humanoid robot for warehouse and logistics automation | United States | Humanoid Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Ambi Robotics | AI-powered robotic sorting and parcel handling for logistics | United States | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Anduril Industries | Defense technology company building autonomous systems and AI for national security | United States | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| ANYbotics | Swiss maker of legged robots for autonomous industrial inspection | Switzerland | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Apptronik | Austin-based robotics company building Apollo, a general-purpose humanoid robot | United States | Humanoid Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Asensus Surgical | Digital surgery technology enhancing laparoscopic surgical procedures. | United States | Medical & Surgical Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Avidbots | Fully autonomous commercial floor scrubbing robots. | Canada | Commercial Cleaning & Facility Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Badger Technologies | AI-powered retail robots that detect out-of-stocks, pricing errors, and safety hazards. | United States | Retail & Inventory Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Bear Flag Robotics | Autonomous tractor retrofit technology for row crop farming, now part of John Deere | United States | Agricultural Robotics & AgTech | — | Not Raising |
| Bear Robotics | AI-powered service robots that help restaurants serve, bus, and run food. | United States | Service & Hospitality Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Berkshire Grey | AI-powered robotic warehouse automation for fulfillment and logistics | United States | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Boston Dynamics | Advanced mobile and humanoid robots for industrial automation and inspection | United States | Robotics & Industrial Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Brain Corp | BrainOS autonomy platform powering commercial robots for cleaning, sensing, and material handling. | United States | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Burro | Autonomous farm robots for labor-saving crop transport and data collection | United States | Agricultural Robotics & AgTech | — | Not Raising |
| Carbon Robotics | AI-powered laser weeding robots for sustainable, chemical-free farming | United States | Agricultural Robotics & AgTech | — | Not Raising |
| CMR Surgical | Versius surgical robotic system for minimal access surgery. | United Kingdom | Medical & Surgical Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Cobot Nation | Full-service collaborative robot (cobot) integrator for US manufacturers | United States | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Comau | Italian industrial automation and advanced robotics company | Italy | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Covariant | Foundation-model AI that gives warehouse robots universal picking intelligence | United States | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Denso Robotics | Industrial and collaborative robot arms from DENSO, a global automotive tech leader | Japan | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Diligent Robotics | Autonomous hospital robots that free clinical staff to focus on patient care. | United States | Healthcare & Hospital Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Doosan Robotics | South Korea's leading collaborative robot (cobot) maker | South Korea | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Dreame Technology | Smart home robot vacuums, cleaning tech, and personal care devices. | China | Consumer Robotics & Smart Home | — | Not Raising |
| Ecoppia | Waterless robotic cleaning systems for utility-scale solar power plants | Israel | Clean Energy Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Ecovacs Robotics | Global leader in smart home robots, including robot vacuums, window cleaners, and lawn mowers. | China | Consumer Robotics & Smart Home | — | Not Raising |
| Epson Robots | Precision SCARA and six-axis industrial robots from Seiko Epson | Japan | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Exotec | French warehouse robotics company behind the Skypod automated storage system | France | Warehouse Robotics / AMR | — | Not Raising |
| FANUC | Global leader in industrial robots, CNC systems, and factory automation | Japan | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Fetch Robotics | Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for warehouse and fulfillment automation, now part of Zebra Technologies | United States | Warehouse Robotics / AMR | — | Not Raising |
| Figure | Figure is a robotics startup developing Figure 03, a general-purpose humanoid robot for everyday home assistance, powered by Helix AI. | United States | Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Figure AI | General-purpose humanoid robots for everyday physical tasks | United States | Humanoid Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Franka Robotics | German force-sensitive robot arms built for robotics and AI research | Germany | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Geek+ | World's #1 AMR provider for warehouse and logistics automation | China | Warehouse Robotics / AMR | — | Not Raising |
| Ghost Robotics | Quadrupedal robots for defense and commercial terrain operations | United States | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| GreyOrange | AI-powered robotics and orchestration for warehouse and retail automation | India | Warehouse Robotics / AI Orchestration | — | Not Raising |
| Harvest Automation | Autonomous robots that automate spacing and collection for nurseries and greenhouses | United States | Agricultural Robotics & AgTech | — | Not Raising |
| Intuitive Surgical | Robotic-assisted surgical systems for minimally invasive procedures | United States | Medical & Surgical Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| iRobot | Maker of Roomba robot vacuums and Braava robot mops for home cleaning | United States | Consumer Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Kawasaki Robotics | Japanese industrial robot manufacturer, a pioneer since 1969 | Japan | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Keenon Robotics | Commercial service robots for delivery, food service, and hotel operations. | China | Service & Hospitality Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Kinova Robotics | Canadian maker of human-centric robotic arms for assistive and industrial use | Canada | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Kongsberg Maritime (Robotics) | Maritime technology and autonomous marine systems for defense, energy, and ocean science | Norway | Marine Robotics & Autonomous Systems | — | Not Raising |
| KUKA | Global industrial robotics and automation systems for manufacturing | Germany | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Locus Robotics | Collaborative autonomous mobile robots for warehouse order fulfillment | United States | Warehouse Robotics / AMR | — | Not Raising |
| Microbot Medical | Remotely operated endovascular robotic system for interventional procedures. | United States | Medical & Surgical Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Midea (Robotics Division) | Global appliance and technology group with a growing smart home robotics portfolio. | China | Consumer Robotics & Smart Home | — | Not Raising |
| Miso Robotics | AI kitchen automation platform behind Flippy, the autonomous fry-station robot. | United States | Service & Hospitality Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Mitsubishi Electric Automation | Industrial robotics and factory automation division of Mitsubishi Electric | Japan | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Monarch Tractor | World's first fully electric, driver-optional smart tractor for farmers | United States | Agricultural Robotics & AgTech | — | Not Raising |
| Nachi-Fujikoshi | Japanese industrial machinery company and robot manufacturer since 1928 | Japan | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Nauticus Robotics | Autonomous underwater robots for offshore energy and ocean infrastructure | United States | Marine Robotics & Autonomous Systems | — | Not Raising |
| OceanAlpha | Unmanned surface vehicles for water quality monitoring and hydrographic survey | China | Marine Robotics & Autonomous Systems | — | Not Raising |
| Omron Adept Technologies | Japanese industrial automation and robotics division of Omron Corporation | Japan | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| OnRobot | One-stop shop for collaborative robot grippers, sensors, and end-of-arm tooling | Denmark | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Pudu Robotics | Global maker of commercial service robots for delivery, cleaning, and hospitality. | China | Service & Hospitality Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Relay Robotics | Autonomous delivery robots for hospitals and hotels, formerly known as Savioke. | United States | Healthcare & Hospital Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Richtech Robotics | AI-driven service robots automating hospitality, food service, and retail tasks. | United States | Service & Hospitality Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| RightHand Robotics | AI-powered robotic piece-picking for warehouse order fulfillment | United States | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Roborock | Global leader in smart robot vacuum and mop cleaners for the home. | China | Consumer Robotics & Smart Home | — | Not Raising |
| Robotiq | Smart grippers, sensors, and workcells that make industrial automation easy | Canada | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Saildrone | Autonomous surface vehicles for ocean data, maritime defense, and intelligence | United States | Marine Robotics & Autonomous Systems | — | Not Raising |
| Sanctuary AI | Canadian robotics company building Phoenix, a general-purpose humanoid robot | Canada | Humanoid Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Sarcos Robotics | Pioneer in robotic exoskeletons, now operating as embodied-AI company Palladyne AI | United States | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Schunk | Global leader in gripping systems, toolholding, and automation technology | Germany | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Shadow Robot Company | UK maker of the Shadow Dexterous Hand for advanced robotic manipulation | United Kingdom | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| SharkNinja (Robotics) | Household appliance company behind Shark robot vacuums and Ninja kitchen tech. | United States | Consumer Robotics & Smart Home | — | Not Raising |
| Shield AI | AI autonomy pilot software for defense drones and aircraft | United States | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Simbe Robotics | Physical AI and autonomous inventory robots for retail store intelligence. | United States | Retail & Inventory Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| SoftBank Robotics | Robotic integrator delivering autonomous cleaning and automation programs for enterprise clients. | United States | Commercial Cleaning & Facility Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Soft Robotics | AI vision and robotic guidance systems, now operating as Oxipital AI | United States | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Somnia Lab | Somnia Lab develops The Love Machine, the first generation of full-size intimacy robots, offering a new kind of interaction. | United States | Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Staubli Robotics | Swiss precision engineering company's industrial and collaborative robotics division | Switzerland | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Stereotaxis | Robotic magnetic navigation systems for minimally invasive cardiac procedures. | United States | Medical & Surgical Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Symbotic | AI-powered robotic warehouse automation for the supply chain | United States | Warehouse Automation Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Techman Robot | Taiwanese cobot maker with built-in AI vision systems | Taiwan | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Teledyne Marine | Marine instruments and underwater robotic systems for ocean exploration | United States | Marine Robotics & Autonomous Systems | — | Not Raising |
| Unitree Robotics | Unitree Robotics is a Chinese company developing advanced quadruped, humanoid, and robotic arm systems for global consumer and industrial use. | China | Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Universal Robots | Collaborative robot arms (cobots) for flexible manufacturing automation | Denmark | Collaborative Robotics (Cobots) | — | Not Raising |
| Vicarious (Intrinsic) | Alphabet-owned robotics software company making robots easier to program | United States | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Vicarious Surgical | Single-port robotic surgical system with human-like dexterity for minimally invasive surgery. | United States | Medical & Surgical Robotics | — | Not Raising |
| Yaskawa Motoman | Industrial robots and automation systems from Yaskawa's Motoman brand | Japan | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Zimmer Group | Efficient automation components and gripping systems for industrial robotics | Germany | Industrial Robotics & Automation | — | Not Raising |
| Zipline | Autonomous drone delivery for medicine, food, and retail goods | United States | Drone Delivery & Logistics Robotics | — | Not Raising |
1X Technologies
Not RaisingNorwegian-American robotics company building safe, human-friendly humanoid robots
ABB Robotics
Not RaisingIndustrial and collaborative robots powering automotive, electronics, and logistics
AeroVironment
Not RaisingDefense and commercial technology company building unmanned aircraft systems, loitering munitions, and robotic solutions
Aethon
Not RaisingAutonomous mobile robots automating deliveries in hospitals and hotels.
Agility Robotics
Not RaisingDigit humanoid robot for warehouse and logistics automation
Ambi Robotics
Not RaisingAI-powered robotic sorting and parcel handling for logistics
Anduril Industries
Not RaisingDefense technology company building autonomous systems and AI for national security
ANYbotics
Not RaisingSwiss maker of legged robots for autonomous industrial inspection
Apptronik
Not RaisingAustin-based robotics company building Apollo, a general-purpose humanoid robot
Asensus Surgical
Not RaisingDigital surgery technology enhancing laparoscopic surgical procedures.
Avidbots
Not RaisingFully autonomous commercial floor scrubbing robots.
Badger Technologies
Not RaisingAI-powered retail robots that detect out-of-stocks, pricing errors, and safety hazards.
Bear Flag Robotics
Not RaisingAutonomous tractor retrofit technology for row crop farming, now part of John Deere
Bear Robotics
Not RaisingAI-powered service robots that help restaurants serve, bus, and run food.
Berkshire Grey
Not RaisingAI-powered robotic warehouse automation for fulfillment and logistics
Boston Dynamics
Not RaisingAdvanced mobile and humanoid robots for industrial automation and inspection
Brain Corp
Not RaisingBrainOS autonomy platform powering commercial robots for cleaning, sensing, and material handling.
Burro
Not RaisingAutonomous farm robots for labor-saving crop transport and data collection
Carbon Robotics
Not RaisingAI-powered laser weeding robots for sustainable, chemical-free farming
CMR Surgical
Not RaisingVersius surgical robotic system for minimal access surgery.
Cobot Nation
Not RaisingFull-service collaborative robot (cobot) integrator for US manufacturers
Comau
Not RaisingItalian industrial automation and advanced robotics company
Covariant
Not RaisingFoundation-model AI that gives warehouse robots universal picking intelligence
Denso Robotics
Not RaisingIndustrial and collaborative robot arms from DENSO, a global automotive tech leader
Diligent Robotics
Not RaisingAutonomous hospital robots that free clinical staff to focus on patient care.
Doosan Robotics
Not RaisingSouth Korea's leading collaborative robot (cobot) maker
Dreame Technology
Not RaisingSmart home robot vacuums, cleaning tech, and personal care devices.
Ecoppia
Not RaisingWaterless robotic cleaning systems for utility-scale solar power plants
Ecovacs Robotics
Not RaisingGlobal leader in smart home robots, including robot vacuums, window cleaners, and lawn mowers.
Epson Robots
Not RaisingPrecision SCARA and six-axis industrial robots from Seiko Epson
Exotec
Not RaisingFrench warehouse robotics company behind the Skypod automated storage system
FANUC
Not RaisingGlobal leader in industrial robots, CNC systems, and factory automation
Fetch Robotics
Not RaisingAutonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for warehouse and fulfillment automation, now part of Zebra Technologies
Figure
Not RaisingFigure is a robotics startup developing Figure 03, a general-purpose humanoid robot for everyday home assistance, powered by Helix AI.
Figure AI
Not RaisingGeneral-purpose humanoid robots for everyday physical tasks
Franka Robotics
Not RaisingGerman force-sensitive robot arms built for robotics and AI research
Geek+
Not RaisingWorld's #1 AMR provider for warehouse and logistics automation
Ghost Robotics
Not RaisingQuadrupedal robots for defense and commercial terrain operations
GreyOrange
Not RaisingAI-powered robotics and orchestration for warehouse and retail automation
Harvest Automation
Not RaisingAutonomous robots that automate spacing and collection for nurseries and greenhouses
Intuitive Surgical
Not RaisingRobotic-assisted surgical systems for minimally invasive procedures
iRobot
Not RaisingMaker of Roomba robot vacuums and Braava robot mops for home cleaning
Kawasaki Robotics
Not RaisingJapanese industrial robot manufacturer, a pioneer since 1969
Keenon Robotics
Not RaisingCommercial service robots for delivery, food service, and hotel operations.
Kinova Robotics
Not RaisingCanadian maker of human-centric robotic arms for assistive and industrial use
Kongsberg Maritime (Robotics)
Not RaisingMaritime technology and autonomous marine systems for defense, energy, and ocean science
KUKA
Not RaisingGlobal industrial robotics and automation systems for manufacturing
Locus Robotics
Not RaisingCollaborative autonomous mobile robots for warehouse order fulfillment
Microbot Medical
Not RaisingRemotely operated endovascular robotic system for interventional procedures.
Midea (Robotics Division)
Not RaisingGlobal appliance and technology group with a growing smart home robotics portfolio.
Miso Robotics
Not RaisingAI kitchen automation platform behind Flippy, the autonomous fry-station robot.
Mitsubishi Electric Automation
Not RaisingIndustrial robotics and factory automation division of Mitsubishi Electric
Monarch Tractor
Not RaisingWorld's first fully electric, driver-optional smart tractor for farmers
Nachi-Fujikoshi
Not RaisingJapanese industrial machinery company and robot manufacturer since 1928
Nauticus Robotics
Not RaisingAutonomous underwater robots for offshore energy and ocean infrastructure
OceanAlpha
Not RaisingUnmanned surface vehicles for water quality monitoring and hydrographic survey
Omron Adept Technologies
Not RaisingJapanese industrial automation and robotics division of Omron Corporation
OnRobot
Not RaisingOne-stop shop for collaborative robot grippers, sensors, and end-of-arm tooling
Pudu Robotics
Not RaisingGlobal maker of commercial service robots for delivery, cleaning, and hospitality.
Relay Robotics
Not RaisingAutonomous delivery robots for hospitals and hotels, formerly known as Savioke.
Richtech Robotics
Not RaisingAI-driven service robots automating hospitality, food service, and retail tasks.
RightHand Robotics
Not RaisingAI-powered robotic piece-picking for warehouse order fulfillment
Roborock
Not RaisingGlobal leader in smart robot vacuum and mop cleaners for the home.
Robotiq
Not RaisingSmart grippers, sensors, and workcells that make industrial automation easy
Saildrone
Not RaisingAutonomous surface vehicles for ocean data, maritime defense, and intelligence
Sanctuary AI
Not RaisingCanadian robotics company building Phoenix, a general-purpose humanoid robot
Sarcos Robotics
Not RaisingPioneer in robotic exoskeletons, now operating as embodied-AI company Palladyne AI
Schunk
Not RaisingGlobal leader in gripping systems, toolholding, and automation technology
Shadow Robot Company
Not RaisingUK maker of the Shadow Dexterous Hand for advanced robotic manipulation
SharkNinja (Robotics)
Not RaisingHousehold appliance company behind Shark robot vacuums and Ninja kitchen tech.
Shield AI
Not RaisingAI autonomy pilot software for defense drones and aircraft
Simbe Robotics
Not RaisingPhysical AI and autonomous inventory robots for retail store intelligence.
SoftBank Robotics
Not RaisingRobotic integrator delivering autonomous cleaning and automation programs for enterprise clients.
Soft Robotics
Not RaisingAI vision and robotic guidance systems, now operating as Oxipital AI
Somnia Lab
Not RaisingSomnia Lab develops The Love Machine, the first generation of full-size intimacy robots, offering a new kind of interaction.
Staubli Robotics
Not RaisingSwiss precision engineering company's industrial and collaborative robotics division
Stereotaxis
Not RaisingRobotic magnetic navigation systems for minimally invasive cardiac procedures.
Symbotic
Not RaisingAI-powered robotic warehouse automation for the supply chain
Techman Robot
Not RaisingTaiwanese cobot maker with built-in AI vision systems
Teledyne Marine
Not RaisingMarine instruments and underwater robotic systems for ocean exploration
Unitree Robotics
Not RaisingUnitree Robotics is a Chinese company developing advanced quadruped, humanoid, and robotic arm systems for global consumer and industrial use.
Universal Robots
Not RaisingCollaborative robot arms (cobots) for flexible manufacturing automation
Vicarious (Intrinsic)
Not RaisingAlphabet-owned robotics software company making robots easier to program
Vicarious Surgical
Not RaisingSingle-port robotic surgical system with human-like dexterity for minimally invasive surgery.
Yaskawa Motoman
Not RaisingIndustrial robots and automation systems from Yaskawa's Motoman brand
Zimmer Group
Not RaisingEfficient automation components and gripping systems for industrial robotics
Zipline
Not RaisingAutonomous drone delivery for medicine, food, and retail goods
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Live| Startup | Country | Sector | About |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asensus Surgical | United States | Medical & Surgical Robotics | Digital surgery technology enhancing laparoscopic surgical procedures. |
| CMR Surgical | United Kingdom | Medical & Surgical Robotics | Versius surgical robotic system for minimal access surgery. |
| Vicarious Surgical | United States | Medical & Surgical Robotics | Single-port robotic surgical system with human-like dexterity for minimally invasive surgery. |
| Stereotaxis | United States | Medical & Surgical Robotics | Robotic magnetic navigation systems for minimally invasive cardiac procedures. |
| Microbot Medical | United States | Medical & Surgical Robotics | Remotely operated endovascular robotic system for interventional procedures. |