K-Scale Labs K-Bot
K‑Scale Labs’ K‑Bot is a 4′7″, 77 lb open‑source humanoid robot tailored for developers, researchers, and hobbyists. It features powerful 120 N·m actuators, modular end-effectors, and runs a Rust-based operating system (K‑OS) integrated with a full machine learning stack—including reinforcement learning (K‑Sim) and vision-language-action models (K‑VLA)—to enable advanced manipulation and mobility. Launched in early 2025 and priced at around $8,999, K‑Bot is part of K‑Scale’s mission to democratize robotics through a fully open hardware and software design, fostering community innovation and rapid development
Price $8,999
HouseBot Rating ★★☆☆☆
The HouseBot Rating is calculated by combining a robot’s Navigation and Manipulation performance, each rated on a 5-point scale.
K-Bot – Navigation Score: 2/5
Navigation ability is evaluated by how consistently the robot handles a range of mobility tasks, including:
• Avoiding obstacles in real time
• Recovering from a fall independently
• Completing a 100-meter dash
• Ascending and descending stairs
• Executing jumps with safe landings
K-Bot – Manipulation Score: 2/5
Manipulation is scored based on how reliably the robot performs tasks requiring dexterity and precision, such as:
• Sorting and organizing items in warehouse settings
• Performing light assembly tasks on a production line
• Handling kitchen duties like loading and unloading dishwashers
• Folding laundry with minimal guidance
• Executing fine-motor tasks, such as threading a needle