Robo-C2
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The Robo-C2 by Promobot is an advanced humanoid robot designed for human-like interaction in service environments. Featuring a customizable silicone skin that replicates human facial features, it expresses over 600 microexpressions, including eye movements, blinking, eyebrow raises, and lip articulations for realistic emotions. Mobile arms with 12 degrees of freedom per arm enable gesturing, object manipulation up to 1kg, handshakes, and pointing. Equipped with a 10.1-inch touchscreen, RGB camera, omnidirectional microphone, and dual speakers, it engages in natural conversations, greets visitors, provides product information, and answers FAQs autonomously. Powered by AI voice modules supporting 600+ pronunciations, it remembers individuals and delivers personalized marketing. Ideal for business, museums, banks, expos, and education, Robo-C2 enhances customer engagement, automates routine tasks, and boosts loyalty with its lifelike presence and dynamic stabilization for future bipedal upgrades.
Quick Overview & Key Facts
Robo-C2 is a humanoid robot made by Promobot in Russia, launched in 2022 and built for customer greeting/promotion, information provision, and dental training simulator. Its estimated price is USD 35,000 – 60,000 (Standard retail configurations). Featured in “Top 8 Social & Companion Humanoid Robots with Conversational Emotional AI for 2026-2027” and “6 Most Human-Like Humanoid Robots in 2026”.
- Dimensions
- 160 cm (H) x 50 cm (W) x 40 cm (D)
- Weight
- 50 kg (approx. 110 lbs)
- Mobility
- Legged (bipedal walking)
- Top speed
- 1.5 km/h (Maximum movement speed for wheeled configurations)
- Handles
- Objects, tools, people interaction (handshakes)
- Battery runtime
- 8 Hours (Active interaction)
- Charging time
- 4 hours
- Operating environment
- Indoor, climate-controlled environments
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Real-World Applications of Robo-C2
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Robo-C2 Capabilities
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Promobot unveils its Robo-C humanoid concept at the Skolkovo Robotics conference in Moscow.
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Promobot launches mass production of Robo-C, letting customers order a robot with a chosen person's appearance.
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Promobot moves to its Robo-C2 generation, with a three-tier silicone skin for microexpressions.
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Robo-C2 vs ALICE 3, Walker C, Grace and Walker C1
Robo-C2 overlaps with these alternatives on Education and training and Elder care. Robo-C2 leads this group on runtime but trails on max speed and weight.
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| Spec | Robo-C2Promobot | ALICE 3AEI Robot | Walker CUBTECH Robotics | GraceHanson Robotics | Walker C1UBTECH Robotics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industries | |||||
| Education and training | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Elder care | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Hospitality | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Public services | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Capabilities | |||||
| Navigation | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Spatial awareness | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Lifelike face and expressions | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Max Speed | 0.42 m/s | 1–1.2 m/s | 1.67 m/s | 0.42 m/s | 0.83 m/s |
| Runtime | 8 h | 6–8 h | 120 min | 8 h | 120 min |
| Weight | 50 kg | 27.5 kg | 43 kg | 30 kg | 50 kg |
| Released | 2022 | 2023 | 2025 | 2021 | 2026 |
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Q1. What is Robo-C2, and what problem is it designed to solve?
Robo-C2 is an autonomous humanoid service robot manufactured by Promobot, designed to automate customer-facing business processes without requiring infrastructure changes. According to the manufacturer, it addresses labor-intensive service tasks by providing autonomous interaction, information delivery, and customer engagement in retail, hospitality, and corporate environments.
Q2. What are the main capabilities and key features of Robo-C2?
Robo-C2 features silicone skin that mimics human appearance, articulated facial movements capable of expressing over 600 microexpressions, mobile arms for gesturing, speech recognition and synthesis, face recognition, and autonomous conversation within programmed subject areas. The robot can greet visitors, answer frequently asked questions, deliver marketing messages, and maintain natural dialogue.
Q3. Who is Robo-C2 built for, and which industries can benefit from it?
Robo-C2 targets businesses seeking to enhance customer service and brand engagement. Documented applications include museums, retail centers, banks, expos, educational institutions, and corporate reception areas. The manufacturer positions it for roles including receptionist, consultant, promoter, and customer service representative.
Q4. Is Robo-C2 a commercial product or still a research prototype?
Robo-C2 is a commercial product available for deployment. According to Promobot, the robot operates autonomously without requiring human control, includes a 1-year warranty, and receives 24/7 technical monitoring and support through client chat channels.
Q5. Is Robo-C2 currently available for purchase, and when is it expected to ship?
Robo-C2 is available through Promobot's distribution network. Shipping timelines depend on distributor fulfillment following orders. The manufacturer indicates that setup requires no technical experience, with customization of movements, emotions, and phrases handled through their platform.
Q6. How does Robo-C2 actually work in real-world environments?
Robo-C2 operates through autonomous interaction scenarios programmed into its system. The robot uses face recognition and speech recognition to identify and engage visitors, responds to queries within defined knowledge areas, and adjusts its facial expressions and arm gestures in real time. It can display information on an integrated screen and maintain conversation continuity across multiple interactions.
Q7. When was Robo-C2 announced or officially launched?
Promobot announced the Robo-C2 model in 2024, highlighting an updated design featuring three-tiered silicone skin for enhanced microexpression capability. The announcement emphasized improvements over previous versions in emotional expression and human-like appearance.
Q8. How is Robo-C2 different from other robots in the same category?
According to Promobot, Robo-C2 differentiates through its three-tiered silicone skin designed to replicate human skin features including wrinkles and eye geometry, enabling a wider range of microexpressions. The manufacturer emphasizes realistic appearance as a competitive factor in service robotics, though specific technical comparisons with competing platforms are not detailed in available documentation.
Q9. Does Robo-C2 require additional development or customization after purchase?
Robo-C2 supports post-deployment customization without requiring technical expertise. Users can add new movements, emotions, and phrases through the platform. The manufacturer also indicates potential for platform modification through business partner collaboration, including specialized applications such as dental training simulators.
Q10. What is the future roadmap or planned upgrades for Robo-C2?
Promobot has announced plans to develop robotic legs for Robo-C2 using dynamic stabilization systems, servos, and arm controllers currently in development. The company targets expansion from early commercial deployments toward broader adoption across additional industries and use cases, though specific timelines for leg integration remain unannounced.
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