Topstar
Topstar (广东拓斯达科技股份有限公司, Guangdong Topstar Technology Co., Ltd.) is a Dongguan maker of industrial robots, embodied-AI robots, injection-molding machines and five-axis CNC machine tools. It was founded in June 2007 by Wu Fengli, who contributed 80 percent of the initial RMB 500,000 capital, as a supplier of injection-molding auxiliary equipment. It moved to the New Third Board in 2014 and listed on Shenzhen's ChiNext board in February 2017, which made it Guangdong's first A-share robotics company. Its embodied-AI line includes the Xiao Tuo (小拓) wheeled humanoid for injection-molding work, launched in 2025 with 21 degrees of freedom and ±0.05 mm repeat positioning, the Xingzai (星仔) quadruped, and the Star humanoid shown at TOPS DAY 2026, built for factory sorting and material handling. Its controllers, servo drives and vision systems are developed in-house. Revenue fell from RMB 4.55 billion in 2023 to RMB 2.51 billion in 2025, and Topstar filed for a Hong Kong listing in January 2026 and again on July 20, 2026. It serves customers in 3C electronics, automotive, medical, home appliances, daily chemicals and packaging.
💡Notable Achievement: Topstar is Guangdong's first A-share robotics company, listed on the ChiNext board in 2017, and it began as an injection-molding equipment supplier.
What Does Topstar Do?
Topstar of Dongguan makes factory robots and injection-molding machines, and is adding humanoids that sort parts and tend machines on the line.
“Factory robots and machines, now with humanoids.”
Xiao Tuo
Wheeled humanoid for injection molding.
Star
Humanoid for sorting and material handling.
Xingzai
Quadruped robot in development.
What Can Topstar Robots Actually Do?
Cross-portfolio operational capabilities, manipulation tasks, and environmental competencies
Humanoids and industrial robots for factory tasks in plastics and electronics.
Sorting and Material Handling
Humanoid for factory sorting and material handling.
Topstar Robots
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Topstar Star
Manufactured by Topstar
Topstar Star is a full-size, two-legged humanoid robot from Topstar, a Chinese industrial automation company based in Dongguan. It is built for factories, where it moves materials and sorts goods. It is about the height of an adult worker, so it fits production lines designed for people, and walking on two legs lets it cross between work areas without any changes to the line. Star can also work in tight spaces that are difficult for wheeled robots. Each humanlike arm has seven axes and ends in a cross-axis wrist with a wide working range, and a flexible waist extends its reach. High-precision joint modules keep its arm movements accurate and repeatable. Three depth cameras on its head, chest and back give it a view of everything around it, and it takes spoken instructions through its microphones and speakers. A modular lithium battery swaps out quickly and supports fast charging, so the robot can cover a full factory shift. Its frame is made of lightweight magnesium alloy, and heartbeat monitoring and an emergency stop add layers of safety. Star gathers data from real factory work as it operates, which Topstar uses to keep improving what it can do.
Topstar Software & AI Ecosystem
Developer platforms, fleet management portals, autonomy intelligence, and enterprise integrations
In-house controllers and servo drives
Motion control hardware
Controllers, servo drives and vision technology developed in-house.
Industrial AI foundation
Data loop for embodied intelligence
Industrial data and AI system presented at TOPS DAY 2026.
Topstar Timeline & Milestones
Evolutionary history, landmark prototypes, major acquisitions, and commercial roadmap
Topstar founded in Dongguan
Wu Fengli founds Guangdong Topstar in Dongguan with RMB 500,000 registered capital, starting with injection-molding auxiliary equipment.
Source: 36kr.com
Share reform and New Third Board listing
Topstar completes its share reform and lists on China's New Third Board, the first step in its public listing.
Source: 36kr.com
Listed on the ChiNext board
Topstar lists on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange ChiNext board, becoming Guangdong's first A-share robotics company.
Source: 36kr.com
Xiao Tuo injection-molding humanoid launched
Topstar launches the Xiao Tuo wheeled humanoid for injection-molding scenarios, with 21 degrees of freedom and ±0.05 mm repeat positioning.
Source: tech.ifeng.com
First Hong Kong listing filing
Topstar files a prospectus with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in January 2026 as part of an A+H plan; the filing later lapses.
Source: 36kr.com
Second Hong Kong listing filing
Topstar files its Hong Kong listing application again on July 20, 2026, after the first filing lapsed.
Source: 36kr.com
TOPS DAY 2026 industrial AI event
At its TOPS DAY 2026 event Topstar presents its industrial AI and embodied-intelligence products, including the Star humanoid series.
Source: topstarltd.com
Topstar Competitors by Category
Direct industry rivals grouped by specific robotics domain
What Makes Topstar Different?
Editorial AnalysisOrigin of Bots objective strategic assessment, engineering moats, and commercial hurdles
Key Strengths & Moats
- ✓Long record in factory machinery.
- ✓Listed and well known in China.
- ✓Humanoids aimed at real factory work.
Core Strategic Focus
Factory robots and humanoids.
Road Ahead & Challenges
- •Revenue fell by almost half from 2023 to 2025.
- •Humanoid specifications differ between sources.
- •Hong Kong listing still pending.
Topstar vs Key Competitors
Strategic capability matrix across platform categories, commercial readiness, and target markets
Category / Focus
- Topstar Star
- Humanoid for sorting and material handling
- Xiao Tuo
- Wheeled humanoid, 21 DoF
- Galbot G1
- Wheeled humanoid
- KUAVO 5-W
- Wheeled industrial humanoid
Primary Use
- Topstar Star
- Factory sorting, material handling
- Xiao Tuo
- Injection-molding machine tending
- Galbot G1
- Retail restocking, pharmacy picking
- KUAVO 5-W
- Warehouse tote picking, factory handling
Weight
- Topstar Star
- 72 kg
- Xiao Tuo
- Not listed
- Galbot G1
- 92.5 kg
- KUAVO 5-W
- 156 kg
Release Year
- Topstar Star
- 2026
- Xiao Tuo
- 2025
- Galbot G1
- 2024
- KUAVO 5-W
- 2025
| Strategic Dimension | Topstar Star | Xiao Tuo | Galbot G1 | KUAVO 5-W |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category / Focus | Humanoid for sorting and material handling | Wheeled humanoid, 21 DoF | Wheeled humanoid | Wheeled industrial humanoid |
| Primary Use | Factory sorting, material handling | Injection-molding machine tending | Retail restocking, pharmacy picking | Warehouse tote picking, factory handling |
| Weight | 72 kg | Not listed | 92.5 kg | 156 kg |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2025 |
Corporate Ecosystem & Ownership Structure
Parent company relationships, historical acquisitions, and global operating facilities
Wu Fengli
Founder and chairman; contributed 80 percent of initial capital in 2007.
Ownership & Acquisition History
Founder and chairman; contributed 80 percent of initial capital in 2007.
Shares listed under code 300607 since February 2017.
Global Facilities & Operating Hubs
Topstar Global R&D Headquarters
HQDongguan, Guangdong, China
Songshan Lake Park.
Topstar Smart Equipment Headquarters
ManufacturingDongguan, Guangdong, China
Dalingshan Town.
Articles & Industry News
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Frequently Asked Questions
8 AnswersVerified answers, company specifications, and deployment details about Topstar
What is Topstar?
Topstar (拓斯达) is a Dongguan company founded in 2007 that makes industrial robots, embodied-AI humanoids, injection-molding machines and five-axis CNC machine tools. It is listed on Shenzhen's ChiNext board under code 300607.
Who founded Topstar?
Wu Fengli founded Topstar in June 2007 with 80 percent of the initial capital. He has been chairman since February 2014, and he is also executive director and president.
What is Xiao Tuo?
Xiao Tuo (TWH020) is Topstar's wheeled humanoid for injection-molding work, launched in 2025. It has 21 degrees of freedom and ±0.05 mm repeat positioning, and the company describes it as the first humanoid in China applied to injection-molding scenarios.
What is the Star humanoid?
Star is Topstar's humanoid shown at TOPS DAY 2026, built for factory sorting and material handling. Its details differ between sources, and one describes the Tuoxingji humanoid series as wheeled with 21 degrees of freedom and up to 20 kg per dual-arm load.
What is Xingzai?
Xingzai (星仔) is Topstar's quadruped robot, which the company is exploring for more scenarios. No technical specifications have been published.
Who are Topstar's customers?
Topstar says it has reached more than 200,000 customers and serves about 15,000 of them. Its robots and machines are used in 3C electronics, automotive, medical, daily chemicals, home appliances and packaging.
How big is Topstar?
Topstar's revenue fell from RMB 4.55 billion in 2023 to RMB 2.51 billion in 2025, and its 2025 net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 73.87 million. The company has 27 offices.
Is Topstar listed?
Yes. Topstar has been listed on the Shenzhen ChiNext board since February 2017 under code 300607. It filed for a Hong Kong listing in January 2026 and again on July 20, 2026.
Verified Data & Editorial Assurance
Compiled from verified corporate filings, official Topstar datasheets, and robotics engineering registries. Data is monitored and audited on an ongoing basis for accuracy. For commercial procurement or proprietary integrations, contact the manufacturer directly.