PM01

Overview

The EngineAI PM01 is a compact bipedal humanoid standing 138 to 140 cm, commercially available in the Japanese market at $88,000. EngineAI is a Chinese robotics company with an active commercialisation programme in Japan, one of the most receptive markets for service robotics globally. The PM01 is designed for light industrial and service environments where a smaller humanoid footprint is advantageous.

Key Specifications

The PM01 stands between 138 and 140 cm and is priced at $88,000. The compact stature suits environments designed for human workers of average height but where a full-size 175 cm robot would create clearance issues. EngineAI has not fully disclosed arm payload, joint count, or battery runtime in publicly available English-language documentation. The Japan market focus suggests compliance with Japanese safety and electromagnetic standards.

Use Cases

Light industrial assembly, parts inspection, and service-environment tasks such as guided assistance in retail or hospitality are primary use cases. Japan's acute labour shortage in manufacturing and services has driven demand for humanoid pilots, and EngineAI has positioned the PM01 to address this. UK buyers considering the PM01 should confirm that EngineAI provides European support infrastructure.

Buying Used

The PM01's Japan-market focus means that UK-based secondary buyers would be acquiring an import with potential warranty and support complications. Any pre-owned PM01 should be accompanied by full EngineAI documentation, and buyers should verify that software and firmware updates will remain accessible. At $88,000, the risk of acquiring a unit without manufacturer support is substantial.

Alternatives to Consider

At a similar price tier, the Rainbow Robotics RB-Y1, Dexmate Vega, and MATRIX-3 pre-order all offer comparable investment levels. For buyers committed to a compact humanoid, the EngineAI SA-02 at $38,500 offers a lower entry point within the same manufacturer family, though it is a smaller platform at 125 cm.