Quadruped robot shipments to reach 35,000 units in H1 2026

Global shipments of quadruped robots are projected to reach approximately 35,000 units in the first half of 2026, according to insights released by Counterpoint Research on September 21. This figure represents 75% of the total volume expected for 2025. Of these projected shipments, 40% are anticipated to be for vertical industrial applications.

Chinese manufacturers continue to dominate the quadruped robot market, with Unitree Technology, AGIQUAD, Genisom AI, and DEEP Robotics holding a significant share. Unitree's robots primarily target entertainment, education, and research markets. AGIQUAD focuses on core industrial application scenarios and is noted as one of the fastest-growing brands in 2026. Genisom AI has shipped over 1,000 units of its heavy-duty 'Copper Hammer' series robots, while DEEP Robotics also concentrates on industrial sectors.

The research indicates that heavy-duty quadruped robots with a dynamic load capacity exceeding 20 kg will play an increasingly important role in the market due to their practicality. These robots are suitable for complex tasks in industrial environments that require mobility and payload capabilities.

Overall, the global quadruped robot market is expected to exceed 90,000 shipments in 2026, with market revenue doubling to $1.5 billion. By 2030, revenue is projected to surpass $10 billion, indicating a compound annual growth rate exceeding 60%.