Intro
Dobot Robotics, founded in June 2015 in Shenzhen, China, is a pioneering company in collaborative robots, known for creating the world’s first desktop-grade robotic arms. The company gained early traction with a successful Kickstarter campaign in 2015, raising over $600,000, far exceeding its initial goal. Dobot has since grown rapidly, expanding its product lineup to serve diverse industries such as consumer electronics, automotive, semiconductor, healthcare, chemical, and retail.
Dobot’s robots are widely recognized for their precision, versatility, and ease of use, making automation accessible to small businesses and educational institutions. The company has expanded globally with offices and manufacturing bases in China, the USA, Germany, Japan, and Europe. Dobot’s flagship products have been showcased at major events like the 2018 Winter Olympics and Google I/O.
In December 2024, Dobot went public on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, raising HK$681 million to fuel further innovation and global expansion. The company continues to lead in the collaborative robot market, with over 72,000 units sold across 100 countries.
Robots
- Dobot Magician: A versatile desktop robotic arm capable of precision writing, laser engraving, 3D printing, and pick-and-place tasks, widely used in education and light industrial automation.
- Dobot Scara M1: Industrial-grade SCARA robot with multiple toolheads including gripper, suction cup, 3D printer, laser engraver, and 4th axis attachment, designed for small business industrial applications.
- Magician E6 and CRA Series: Launched in 2023, these industrial-grade educational and collaborative robots enhance automation capabilities with improved payload and precision.
- Atom: Dobot Atom is a 1.53m humanoid robot with 28–41 DOF, ±0.05 mm precision, and energy-efficient walking, designed for industrial automation and service applications.
Specialism
Specializes in collaborative robots and desktop-grade robotic arms with multi-functionality, easy programmability, and adaptability for education, industrial automation, and small to medium-sized enterprises.
Business Viability
- Successfully raised over $3 million in early funding rounds and $681 million in IPO.
- Strong global presence with sales in over 100 countries and regions.
- Ranked first in Chinese robot exporter by volume for five consecutive years.
- Diverse product portfolio covering payloads from 0.5 kg to 20 kg.
- Over 72,000 collaborative robots sold, serving industries including automotive, electronics, healthcare, and retail.
- Established manufacturing bases in China with global offices in the USA, Germany, Japan, and Europe.
- Active participation in major international events and technology showcases.
- Workforce size between 501–1,000 employees, indicating robust operational capacity.