South Korea Humanoid Robot Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Component (Hardware and Software), By Application (Personal Assistance & Caregiving, Hospitality, Search, and Rescue), By Motion (Biped and Wheel Drive), and South Korea Humanoid Robot Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

South Korea Humanoid Robot Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The South Korea Humanoid Robot Market Size Was Estimated at USD 38.21 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 16.02% from 2025 to 2035
• The South Korea Humanoid Robot Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 195.95 Million by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights and Consulting, The South Korea Humanoid Robot Market Size is anticipated to reach USD 195.95 Million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 16.02% from 2025 to 2035. Rapid developments in AI, sensors, and computers, growing labor shortages, government expenditures in robotics, and growing industrial and service applications are the main drivers of the humanoid robot market.

Market Overview

Professional service robots designed to replicate human movement and interaction are known as humanoid robots. They add value by automating jobs in a way that reduces costs and increases productivity, much like all other service robots. A relatively recent development in professional service robots is humanoid robots. Human workers can concentrate on more strategic and creative duties by using humanoid robots to automate repetitive and monotonous jobs. Tasks like assembly, welding, and inspection may be completed consistently and accurately because of these robots' rapid speed and high level of precision. They are adaptable assets in manufacturing, logistics, and other industries because they can adjust to a variety of jobs and surroundings. They provide continuous and individualized engagement, humanoid robots are being utilized more and more for treatment, rehabilitation, and patient health monitoring. In sectors like manufacturing and logistics, humanoid robots are incorporated into cooperative positions alongside human workers, increasing efficiency and safety. Governments encourage research organizations and businesses to create humanoid robots with financial incentives and other sorts of assistance. Initiatives promote research and development, which results in improvements in robotics software, hardware, and artificial intelligence.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for South Korea humanoid robot market based on various segments and regions forecasts revenue growth and analyses trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the South Korea humanoid robot market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each South Korea humanoid robot market sub-segment.

Driving Factors

The advancement of sophisticated sensors, such as LiDAR, radar, and 3D/depth cameras, has improved robot perception and interaction with their surroundings. In order to increase productivity, lower labor costs, and automate repetitive work, humanoid robots are being used in the manufacturing, logistics, and service industries. Humanoid robots are being utilized more and more to help patients, entertain the elderly, and assist medical personnel with a variety of duties. Additionally, they are being used for public relations and personal help in the retail, entertainment, education, and search and rescue sectors.

Restraining Factors

The high costs of developing, producing, and maintaining humanoid robots present a major barrier to adoption, especially for small businesses and individual users. Furthermore, limited infrastructure such as unreliable power supply, weak communication networks, and lack of regulatory clarity hinders the effective deployment of these advanced technologies in many regions.

Market Segmentation

The South Korea Humanoid Robot Market share is classified into component, application, and motion.

• The hardware segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The South Korea humanoid robot market is segmented by component into hardware and software. Among these, the hardware segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The hardware components make humanoid robots appear more human, which greatly raises their value. Humanoid robots serve as the hardware elements that facilitate the seamless integration of new technologies in a range of industries, including healthcare, research, and education.

• The personal assistance & caregiving segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The South Korea humanoid robot market is segmented by application into personal assistance & caregiving, hospitality, search, and rescue. Among these, the personal assistance & caregiving segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Humanoids help patients and the elderly with everyday duties, such as delivering medications on time. Typical tasks performed by caretakers include keeping an eye on vital signs, administering medication, helping with meals, and notifying medical staff in the event of an emergency. These humanoids are also made to do these functions.

• The wheel segment dominated share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The South Korea humanoid robot market is segmented by motion into biped and wheel drive. Among these, the wheel segments dominated share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The wheel-type robot would gain popularity in defense and military applications. Humanoid robot with wheels is used as entertainment in science fairs, amusement parks, and other public settings. These reasons are expected to drive market expansion.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the South Korea humanoid robot market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the companies' current news and developments, including product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Rainbow Robotics
• Doosan Robotics
• HD Hyundai Robotics
• Holiday Robotics
• A Robot
• Wonik Robotics
• Werobotics
• Blue Robin
• Robros
• Angel Robotics
• Others

Recent Development:

• In April 2025, South Korea's top robotics firms, AI experts, and government organizations are collaborating to create a humanoid robot specifically designed for the nation's manufacturing industry.  The Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy announced the establishment of the "K-Humanoid Alliance," a new consortium of more than 40 local robotics makers, component suppliers, and research institutions.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at South Korea, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the South Korea humanoid robot market based on the below-mentioned segments:

South Korea Humanoid Robot Market, By Component

• Hardware
• Software

 South Korea Humanoid Robot Market, By Application

• Personal Assistance & Caregiving
• Hospitality
• Search
• Rescue

South Korea Humanoid Robot Market, By Motion

• Biped
• Wheel Drive