China's humanoid robot makers produced about 20,000 units in 2025.
In the first half of 2026 output passed 40,000 units. Six months of production now exceed the whole previous year by a factor of two.
The data
| Period | Humanoids produced in China |
|---|---|
| 2025 full year | about 20,000 |
| First half 2026 | over 40,000 |
Source: Asiabits Research | MIIT, July 2026
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