In the first half of 2026, global shipments of humanoid robots reached 19,100 units, more than triple the number from the same period last year. Chinese manufacturers accounted for over 97% of the global shipments, surpassing the United States. Among them, Shanghai Zhiyuan Robotics ranked first with 8,400 units, representing a 44% share, while Hangzhou Unitree Technology shipped 5,900 units.
