Khaberni - In a world where artificial intelligence mixes with machinery, robotic dogs have become one of the first robots to find widespread practical applications, starting from military and industrial uses, to home care and assisting people with visual impairments or comforting the elderly in hospitals.
From the industrial robot "Spot" by Boston Dynamics to the companion robot "Aibo" from Sony, these creatures reflect the ability of technology to combine practical performance with emotional interaction, and point to a future where humans intersect with robots on multiple levels.
Top 10 Practical Robotic Dogs Around the World
1 – Boston Dynamics Spot
Weight: 23 kg | Battery: 90 minutes | Payload: 14 kg
A four-legged industrial robot noted for its agility, capable of traversing rough terrains, climbing stairs, and even performing dance moves, with the capability for precise industrial inspection. It is used in hazardous environments such as oil platforms and nuclear stations, and allows integration with LiDAR scanners and thermal cameras.
2 – ANYbotics ANYmal
Weight: 30 kg | Water and dust resistance: IP67
Designed for challenging tasks in harsh environments such as chemical plants, mines, and offshore platforms, it detects faults and leaks and plans tasks autonomously, enhancing safety and productivity.
3 – Unitree B2
Weight: 132 lbs | Maximum payload: 120 kg
Combines industrial performance and affordability, used in logistical inspection and mapping, adapting to various terrains, and can be used with sensing platforms and control tools.
4 – Ghost Robotics Vision 60
Weight: 51 kg | Payload: 10 kg
A rugged four-legged robot ideal for security and defense tasks, capable of patrolling and surveillance in harsh weather conditions, with the ability to integrate various sensors.
5 – Sony Aibo (ERS-1000)
Weight: 2.2 kg
A small robot that offers emotional companionship for children and the elderly, with realistic expressions and friendly interaction, making it ideal for home use.
6 – Unitree Go2 Pro
Weight: 15 kg
A flexible robot for research and development and education, supports programming in Python and C++, allows algorithm testing, and can be used in security and demonstration purposes.
7 – Xiaomi CyberDog 2
Weight: 8.9 kg
A four-legged robot for hobbyists and consumers, programmable, supports autonomous navigation, and considered an advanced educational research platform.
8 – Tombot Jennie
A therapeutic robot designed to provide emotional support, especially for the elderly, with soft fur and breathing movements and a wagging tail, reduces anxiety and loneliness through realistic interaction.
9 – KEYi Tech Loona
Weight: 2.42 lbs
A smart home companion for kids, integrates face recognition and voice commands, and balances fun and usefulness at an affordable price.
10 – Petoi Bittle X
Weight: 265-290 gm
A small educational robot, assemble-able and programmable, ideal for science, engineering, and technology classes, offering a hands-on experience in robotics education in a fun way.
Intelligence and Emotion in the Age of Machines
From the practical robot Spot roaming construction sites, to Aibo offering emotional companionship in homes, robotic dogs show how artificial intelligence can integrate practical performance with human interaction. As technology advances, these robots are expected to become faster, smarter, and more emotionally aware, meeting the needs of engineers, researchers, hobbyists, and even animal lovers looking for robotic companions.
