Kepler Robotics · China

Kepler Robotics K2 Forerunner humanoid robot

The Kepler Robotics K2 Forerunner is pre-order at $30k, ship window 2026. It ranks #1 of 46 in our humanoid robot index.

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Industrial humanoid engineered for low unit cost

$30k

Target around $30,000 at volume

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Kepler Robotics K2 Forerunner humanoid robot

Photo: Kepler Robotics (official)

Overview

Kepler's K2 uses in-house planetary roller screw actuators to cut cost while keeping industrial payload, and targets factory and logistics work at a price well under western rivals.

Capabilities

Material handlingInspectionSortingLong runtime workTool use

Strengths

Aggressive target price for an industrial humanoid
Long stated battery life
In-house actuator supply

Trade-offs

Unproven at scale
Heavy

Best for

Cost-sensitive industrial buyers

Record & sources

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10 Sept 2026 · Update
Specifications and availability checked against Kepler Robotics's own site
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08 Sept 2026 · Listed
listed
source pending
15 Jan 2025 · Funding
Kepler Robotics raised Source not established — figure unverified — Series A
Investors: Zhangjiang Group
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Price history

08 Sept 2026listed

Kepler Robotics K2 Forerunner — questions people ask

How much does the Kepler Robotics K2 Forerunner cost?

The Kepler Robotics K2 Forerunner has a published price of $30k (Target around $30,000 at volume). Prices on this page come from the maker or dated press coverage and are rechecked whenever the record changes.

Can you buy the Kepler Robotics K2 Forerunner?

Yes — the Kepler Robotics K2 Forerunner is pre-order, with a stated ship window of 2026. Order routes are linked from this page and from our humanoid robots for sale list.