: Analyzes the boom in household robot adoption (vacuums, education bots) driven by rising disposable incomes and smart home trends, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. Consumer Behavior and Psychology
: This paper discusses the motivation behind and applications for low-cost robots, suggesting they are vital for making robotics accessible for education and smaller-scale research.
: An investigation into the "buy robot" pages of manufacturers, highlighting that many claims about educational or emotional benefits lack strong scientific evidence, which complicates consumer decision-making. Market Research and Buying Guides buy robot
: This forward-looking research agenda explores the shift where home robots themselves might eventually make purchasing decisions on behalf of their owners.
: Forecasts that the global robotics market will reach $111 billion by 2030 , with a massive 138% CAGR for the humanoid robot sector specifically. : Analyzes the boom in household robot adoption
Social robotics for children: an investigation of manufacturers’ claims
The landscape of "buying robots" encompasses everything from sourcing strategies for industrial automation to consumer behavior in retail environments. Depending on your needs, you can explore academic research on purchasing processes, market growth forecasts, or the psychology behind consumer decisions to buy robotic products. Market Research and Buying Guides : This forward-looking
: Provides current price points for different types of robots: Hobby Robots : $500 – $3,000 Industrial Robots : $25,000 – $150,000+ Advanced Humanoid AI : Over $200,000