China's humanoid robot makers command 97% of global shipments

Chinese humanoid robot manufacturers commanded over 97% of global shipments in the first half of 2026, securing an early lead over United States rivals. According to data from California-based Smart Analytics Global, global shipments reached 19,100 units in the first half of 2026, more than tripling the 5,100 units shipped in the same period in 2025. The research firm projects global shipments will rise to 60,000 units in 2026 and reach 500,000 units by 2030.

China humanoid robot shipment dominance

• ▪Chinese humanoid robot manufacturers commanded more than 97% of global shipments in the first half of 2026
• ▪China's dominant shipment share in the first half of 2026 affirms the country's early lead in the burgeoning humanoid robotics field

Global humanoid robot market growth

• ▪The California-based research firm Smart Analytics Global projects global humanoid robot shipments will rise to around 60,000 units in 2026 and reach 500,000 units by 2030
• ▪Global humanoid robot shipments reached approximately 19,100 units in the first half of 2026, more than tripling the 5,100 units shipped in the first half of 2025

US-China competition in robotics

• ▪The California-based research firm Smart Analytics Global tracked the global humanoid robot shipment data that highlights China's lead over United States competitors
• ▪Humanoid robot shipment data from the first half of 2026 highlights China's early lead over its United States rivals