SenseRobot
SenseRobot is the consumer robot brand of Beijing AI company SenseTime, known for a desktop robot that plays board games face to face. In August 2022 SenseTime launched its first consumer product, an AI interactive Xiangqi (Chinese chess) robot for family entertainment, made of a mechanical arm, a camera and a chess board. It was priced at 1,999 yuan (about US$299) for the standard model and 2,499 yuan for a pro version, went on pre-sale on Tmall, was certified by the Chinese Xiangqi Association and had Olympic gold medallist Guo Jingjing as chief product experience officer. The robot can teach and play, using industrial-grade robotic arm technology and SenseTime's AI. On 11 April 2025 SenseRobot debuted on Indiegogo to reach global buyers, with the SenseRobot Chess and Go models, and the brand appeared at CES.
๐กNotable Achievement: SenseTime launched its first consumer product, the SenseRobot Xiangqi robot, in August 2022 at 1,999 yuan.
What Does SenseRobot Do?
SenseRobot is SenseTime's consumer brand of robotic arms that play and teach board games such as Chinese chess, chess and Go.
โAn AI robot opponent for board games.โ
Arm and Camera
Mechanical arm, camera and board.
Certified
Approved by the Chinese Xiangqi Association.
Global Push
Indiegogo debut in April 2025.
What Can SenseRobot Robots Actually Do?
Cross-portfolio operational capabilities, manipulation tasks, and environmental competencies
AI board game robots.
Board Game Play
Plays and teaches face to face.
SenseRobot Robots
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SenseRobot Chess
By: SenseRobot
Launched: 2023 | (Inferred ยท Medium confidence ยท Based on Indiegogo/prelaunch campaigns and product availability)
The SenseRobot Chess is an entertainment and educational robot designed as the world's first home AI chess-playing robot, featuring a precision robotic arm that physically moves 3D chess pieces on a board for realistic over-the-board play. It offers 26 adaptive AI difficulty levels up to ELO 3200, 1200+ exercises, 145 endgame challenges, 100 classic game reviews, and Lichess.org online integration for live matches. Key features include 99.9% accurate 3D piece recognition via cameras, millimeter-level hand-eye coordination, voice guidance in multiple languages, and a 5.5-inch HD display for interaction. Use cases include solo training against AI, family multiplayer games, skill-building for beginners to advanced players, and bridging physical chess with online opponents, making it ideal for home chess enthusiasts seeking tactile, engaging practice without screens.
SenseRobot Go
By: SenseRobot
Launched: 2023
The SenseRobot Go is an AI-powered board game robot specialized for playing and teaching the game of Go (Weiqi/Baduk). It features a robotic arm with three degrees of freedom and electromagnet gripper to precisely place Go stones on physical boards of 9x9, 13x13, or 19x19 lines, achieving over 99.9% piece recognition accuracy via dual cameras. Designed for learners from beginners to amateur 5-dan, it offers 23 adaptive AI levels up to professional 9-dan strength, over 2,000 exercises across 7 levels, gameplay analysis, voice guidance, and visual demonstrations. Supports remote play with friends via app, family Gomoku mode, and immersive tactile learning to enhance spatial cognition and concentration without screens. Ideal for educational use in homes, schools, or Go clubs, promoting skill development through human-machine battles, exercise libraries, and performance recaps.
SenseRobot Timeline & Milestones
Evolutionary history, landmark prototypes, major acquisitions, and commercial roadmap
First AI Chinese chess robot launched
SenseTime launches SenseRobot, its first consumer product, an AI Xiangqi robot with a mechanical arm, a camera and a board, for family entertainment.
Source: invest.beijing.gov.cn
SenseRobot debuts on Indiegogo
SenseRobot debuts on the global crowdfunding platform Indiegogo, taking its AI chess robot beyond the Chinese market.
Source: barchart.com
SenseRobot Competitors by Category
Direct industry rivals grouped by specific robotics domain
What Makes SenseRobot Different?
Editorial AnalysisOrigin of Bots objective strategic assessment, engineering moats, and commercial hurdles
Key Strengths & Moats
- โBacked by SenseTime AI.
- โClear family entertainment use.
Core Strategic Focus
Global sales of chess robots.
Road Ahead & Challenges
- โขNiche audience.
- โขDepends on SenseTime brand.
Corporate Ecosystem & Ownership Structure
Parent company relationships, historical acquisitions, and global operating facilities
SenseTime
Beijing AI company that launched SenseRobot in 2022.
Ownership & Acquisition History
Beijing AI company that launched SenseRobot in 2022.
Global Facilities & Operating Hubs
SenseRobot Headquarters
HQBeijing, China
Articles & Industry News
Showing 2 recent articles and news updates about SenseRobot
SenseRobot Launches AI Chess Robot for Home Play and Training
News about SenseRobot Chess
SenseRobot Launches AI Go Robot for Physical Board Practice
News about SenseRobot Go
Frequently Asked Questions
8 AnswersVerified answers, company specifications, and deployment details about SenseRobot
What is SenseRobot?
SenseRobot is a consumer AI board-game robot brand from SenseTime, with robotic arms that play chess and other games against people.
What does the SenseRobot do?
The SenseRobot consists of a mechanical arm, camera and board. It can teach and play Chinese chess or chess face to face with users using SenseTime's AI.
How much did the original SenseRobot cost?
The Chinese Xiangqi version launched in August 2022 at 1,999 yuan, about US$299, for the standard model and 2,499 yuan for the pro version.
Who is behind SenseRobot?
SenseRobot comes from SenseTime, the Beijing AI company, which launched its first consumer product in 2022 with Guo Jingjing as chief product experience officer.
When did SenseRobot launch globally?
SenseRobot debuted on Indiegogo on 11 April 2025 to reach international buyers, after launching in China in August 2022. SenseRobot is the consumer robot brand of Beijing AI company SenseTime, known for a desktop robot that plays board games face to face.
Is SenseRobot certified?
Yes. The Chinese Xiangqi Association certified the SenseRobot Chinese chess robot, according to its launch announcements. SenseRobot is the consumer robot brand of Beijing AI company SenseTime, known for a desktop robot that plays board games face to face.
Does SenseRobot play Go and chess?
Yes. The catalogue lists both the SenseRobot Go and SenseRobot Chess models, and the brand has shown chess robots at CES.
Where is SenseRobot based?
SenseRobot is based in Beijing, China, as part of the SenseTime group. SenseRobot is the consumer robot brand of Beijing AI company SenseTime, known for a desktop robot that plays board games face to face.
Verified Data & Editorial Assurance
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