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AvatarMind iPal is a child-height social service robot for education, elder companionship, retail engagement, hospitality, telepresence, and customised robot applications.

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Payload
No rated payload
Max Speed
Not publicly specified
Runtime
1 day; up to 3 days optional
Navigation
Voice, touchscreen and app
Environment
Indoor / homes and public spaces
Best For
Companionship and education

OVERVIEW

AvatarMind iPal is a mobile social robot platform designed for education, senior companionship, retail, hospitality, communication, and customised service applications.

It combines a child-height wheeled body, animated face and touchscreen, voice interaction, cameras, microphones, expressive head and arm movement, remote-control tools, and an Android-based development environment.

The iPal family is strongest where engagement, information, guided activities, communication, and software customisation matter more than physical manipulation.

iPal is best suited to organisations that need a configurable social-interaction platform for engagement, communication, guided activities, and application development rather than physical task automation.

IS THIS ROBOT RIGHT FOR YOU?

Good fit if...

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APPLICATIONS AND USE CASE FIT

Cleaning
Warehouse transport
Material handling
Inspection
Security / patrol
Delivery / service runs
Palletizing / stacking
Pick and place / sorting
Welding / fabrication
Manufacturing automation
Human interaction / service
Home / personal use

KEY FEATURES

Social interaction platform

Voice, screen, facial animation, gestures, and movement support engaging human interaction.

Child-height mobile design

The wheeled body is sized for schools, care settings, retail, and public venues.

Education and care use cases

Supports lessons, reminders, communication, entertainment, and supervised engagement workflows.

Android development tools

SDK and content tools allow partners to customise applications and robot behaviour.

Remote interaction

Cameras and control tools can support monitored communication and telepresence-style functions.

Current family enquiry

AvatarMind promotes the iPal family and states that the second-generation iPal 2 is available.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Robot type

Social companion robot

Main purpose

Companionship and education

Operating environment

Indoor / homes and public spaces

Deployment

Legacy first-gen; iPal 2 current

Payload / load capacity

No rated payload

Reach

N/A

Mobility

Autonomous wheeled base

Manipulation

Articulated arms, hands, neck and head for expressive interaction; not industrial manipulation

Max speed

Not publicly specified

Runtime

1 day; up to 3 days optional

Power source

18–21 V / 6,600 mAh battery

Navigation / control

Voice, touchscreen and app

Sensors

3 IR, 5 ultrasonic, camera, 6 mics

Dimensions

1,025 × 395 × 440 mm

Weight

12.5 kg incl. battery

SUPPLIER

Within 1-2 days
Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
MENA region via partner; other shipping countries not publicly confirmed
Manufacturer

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does the AvatarMind iPal cost? +

The AvatarMind iPal price is normally available by project quote rather than as one fixed global list price. The final cost can depend on robot configuration, controller or charging hardware, software, accessories, integration, installation, training, shipping, taxes, warranty and regional support. AvatarMind does not publish one universal retail price, and the current official site states that the second-generation iPal 2 is available through enquiry.

This is why two proposals for the same robot can have very different totals: one may cover only the base hardware, while another includes the controller, tooling, software, commissioning, training, travel, safety work and ongoing support. For a serious buyer, the better comparison is the total delivered and deployed cost for the exact application.

You can request a AvatarMind iPal quote through Anton Robots to compare the robot package, delivery assumptions, integration scope, warranty and support before purchasing. The final decision should be supported by a written specification and, where practical, a demonstration with representative parts, users or site conditions. Marketing material is useful for discovery but does not replace a task-specific acceptance test.

Where can I buy the AvatarMind iPal? +

You can buy, order or request the AvatarMind iPal through Anton Robots. We help buyers check the correct commercial route, compare the available package, understand what is included and decide whether the robot fits the intended application. AvatarMind invites organisations to contact the company for iPal hardware, development-platform access, training, customisation and support. Before ordering, confirm whether the quote is for the original iPal or iPal 2, language support, installed applications, SDK access, screen configuration, charger, remote-control tools, privacy settings, training and regional service.

This matters because the same model name can refer to different controllers, software licences, service plans, regional configurations, accessories or integration scopes. For businesses, universities, construction teams, laboratories or specialist buyers, choosing the correct supported package is more important than finding the lowest isolated price.

To start, request an AvatarMind iPal quote or buying review through Anton Robots and compare price, configuration, availability, delivery and after-sales support.

Where can I find a AvatarMind iPal for sale? +

You can find the AvatarMind iPal for sale through the manufacturer, authorised commercial channels and specialist robot marketplaces such as Anton Robots, subject to region and configuration. Finding a listing is only the first step. The important part is verifying the exact model, package and support scope. A lower advertised amount may exclude custom software, localisation, content development, cloud services, travel, training, shipping, taxes and ongoing technical support.

Professional buyers should compare the total delivered and usable system, including whether the quote is for the original iPal or iPal 2, language support, installed applications, SDK access, screen configuration, charger, remote-control tools, privacy settings, training and regional service. This is especially important when the robot must meet a launch date, site requirement, research protocol or production target.

If you are looking for an AvatarMind iPal for sale, contact Anton Robots before ordering so the commercial status, configuration and support can be checked.

Can I get a quote for the AvatarMind iPal? +

Yes. You can request a quote or buying review for the AvatarMind iPal through Anton Robots. A useful quote should show more than the robot name. It should identify the exact iPal generation, robot hardware, charger, software, SDK or content tools, language package, custom applications, training, delivery, warranty and support.

This matters because a proposal that looks cheaper can become more expensive once omitted hardware, subscriptions, integration, freight, duties, installation or support are added. The quote should also state what the buyer must provide, the expected delivery process and any regional restrictions.

Anton Robots can help compare the AvatarMind iPal with other service robots and structure the enquiry around the actual use case rather than a generic price request. Anton Robots should capture transactional search intent while keeping the route accurate: compare the supported configuration, request a detailed quote and confirm the seller responsible for delivery, commissioning, warranty and technical support.

What is included when you buy the AvatarMind iPal? +

A typical AvatarMind iPal package may include the core robot and the items specified by the selected commercial configuration. The exact delivery can vary by country, application, service plan and supplier, so buyers should request a written packing and scope list. Confirm whether the offer includes:

  • Robot platform in the quoted configuration
  • Controller, charger or docking equipment
  • Required software and licences
  • Application-specific accessories or tooling
  • Integration and site-preparation scope
  • Commissioning, training and safety documentation
  • Freight, warranty and after-sales support

The package should also identify anything supplied by the customer, such as networking, site power, mounting, tooling, safety equipment, floor preparation or ongoing subscription fees. This matters because two offers can use the same product name while covering very different levels of readiness. You can request an itemised AvatarMind iPal package through Anton Robots before buying.

For international projects, include currency, taxes, customs, freight, local certification, installation travel and return logistics. A low base price can become a poor offer when the complete supported deployment is calculated.

Can the AvatarMind iPal be shipped internationally? +

The AvatarMind iPal may be available for international delivery, but this depends on the manufacturer’s sales territory, destination, export rules, freight method, batteries, local certification, installation needs and support coverage. Professional robots can require specialist freight, insurance, customs handling, site access planning and local commissioning.

Before ordering, ask whether the price includes freight, insurance, customs clearance, import duties, VAT or GST, local delivery, commissioning and return shipping for warranty work. For larger industrial robots, site access, lifting equipment, transport frames and engineer travel may also matter. You can request an international AvatarMind iPal review through Anton Robots so regional availability and the full landed package can be checked.

For international projects, include currency, taxes, customs, freight, local certification, installation travel and return logistics. A low base price can become a poor offer when the complete supported deployment is calculated. Before approving an order, document the exact AvatarMind iPal revision, intended task, destination, users, integrations, acceptance test and support owner. This allows Anton Robots to match the enquiry with a supplier that can deliver a complete working package rather than isolated hardware.

Is the AvatarMind iPal in stock and how long does delivery take? +

AvatarMind iPal availability and delivery time can change according to region, production schedule, configuration, stock, project approval and the amount of customisation or integration required. A product page or demonstration does not confirm immediate regional inventory; configuration and project approval can affect lead time.

Do not assume immediate delivery because a product page or enquiry button is visible. A supplier should confirm the exact model, commercial status, estimated production or dispatch window, dependencies, payment milestones and what happens if the schedule changes.

If the robot is needed for a construction phase, course, exhibition, research project or production launch, verify availability before committing to the wider project. You can request current AvatarMind iPal availability through Anton Robots. Before approving an order, document the exact AvatarMind iPal revision, intended task, destination, users, integrations, acceptance test and support owner. This allows Anton Robots to match the enquiry with a supplier that can deliver a complete working package rather than isolated hardware.

What warranty and support should I check before buying the AvatarMind iPal? +

Before buying the AvatarMind iPal, confirm the written warranty period, covered components, exclusions, preventive maintenance, repair location, response process, spare parts, software support and who pays freight or engineer travel. Confirm software updates, spare parts, batteries, preventive maintenance, response times and the authorised service route in the destination country. Also ask whether batteries, wear parts, end effectors, subscriptions, third-party software and customer modifications are covered.

Industrial and social robots can require remote diagnostics, operator training and specialist service, so support should be evaluated as part of the purchase rather than after a fault occurs. Anton Robots can help buyers compare the package and identify unanswered warranty questions before ordering. Compare the AvatarMind iPal against at least one alternative using the same payload, workspace, duty cycle, software, safety, service and landed-cost assumptions.

A technically suitable robot can still be the wrong purchase when integration or regional support is weak. Anton Robots should capture transactional search intent while keeping the route accurate: compare the supported configuration, request a detailed quote and confirm the seller responsible for delivery, commissioning, warranty and technical support.

Is the AvatarMind iPal worth buying? +

The AvatarMind iPal is worth considering if you need a configurable social robot for supervised engagement, education, information or companionship-style programmes. Its mobile body, expressive interface and development platform can support many human-facing applications from one hardware base.

However, it is not the right choice if the project requires physical care, medical diagnosis, reliable emergency response, heavy manipulation or operation without trained supervision. The decision should be based on the intended outcome, current commercial status, full ownership cost, operator skills, environment, integration and support.

Buyers should not choose it only because the robot is famous, visually impressive or appears in demonstration videos. Compare the AvatarMind iPal with other service robots through Anton Robots before deciding. The final decision should be supported by a written specification and, where practical, a demonstration with representative parts, users or site conditions. Marketing material is useful for discovery but does not replace a task-specific acceptance test.

Is AvatarMind iPal still available? +

AvatarMind’s official website continues to present the iPal robot family and states that the second-generation iPal 2 is available. Buyers should nevertheless request written confirmation of the exact generation, production status, delivery country, supported languages and service arrangements.

The original iPal and the newer iPal 2 should not be treated as an identical configuration simply because both use the iPal name. A quotation should identify the screen, compute platform, installed software, SDK access, charging equipment, warranty and support. Anton Robots can capture the “buy iPal” search while making the current-generation check explicit before an order is approved.

The final decision should be supported by a written specification and, where practical, a demonstration with representative parts, users or site conditions. Marketing material is useful for discovery but does not replace a task-specific acceptance test. Define who owns software changes, backups, data, maintenance records and operator training after handover. These operational details often determine whether the AvatarMind iPal remains useful after the initial demonstration or installation.

What is the difference between iPal and iPal 2? +

AvatarMind describes iPal 2 as the second generation and highlights a larger screen plus other improvements. The company does not present a simple public comparison table covering every mechanical, sensor and software change, so buyers should not assume that first-generation manuals apply fully to iPal 2. Ask for a current datasheet that identifies dimensions, weight, battery, operating system, cameras, microphones, movement, languages, SDK, applications and charging method.

For an existing used iPal, verify the serial number and software environment. For a new project, request the current iPal 2 configuration rather than relying on an older product listing. Anton Robots should capture transactional search intent while keeping the route accurate: compare the supported configuration, request a detailed quote and confirm the seller responsible for delivery, commissioning, warranty and technical support.

For international projects, include currency, taxes, customs, freight, local certification, installation travel and return logistics. A low base price can become a poor offer when the complete supported deployment is calculated.

What was the original AvatarMind iPal size and weight? +

The original iPal user documentation listed a height of approximately 1,025 mm, a width of about 440 mm, a length of about 395 mm and a weight of 12.5 kg including the battery. Those figures are useful for identifying the first-generation platform, but they should not automatically be copied to iPal 2 without a current manufacturer datasheet. Venue planning should also account for turning space, charging access, door widths, floor transitions and safe separation from stairs. A buyer should confirm the packaged shipping dimensions and total delivered weight because the robot, charger and protective crate are not the same as the operating weight.

For international projects, include currency, taxes, customs, freight, local certification, installation travel and return logistics. A low base price can become a poor offer when the complete supported deployment is calculated.

Before approving an order, document the exact AvatarMind iPal revision, intended task, destination, users, integrations, acceptance test and support owner. This allows Anton Robots to match the enquiry with a supplier that can deliver a complete working package rather than isolated hardware.

Can AvatarMind iPal be used in schools? +

Yes. Education is one of AvatarMind’s stated application areas. iPal can present content, support supervised lessons, encourage interaction, assist with roll-taking concepts and make technology demonstrations more engaging. A school deployment still needs age-appropriate content, teacher control, privacy settings, network security, charging procedures and clear boundaries around what the robot can and cannot teach.

Voice recognition and language performance should be tested in the real classroom because noise, accents and connectivity affect results. The quotation should specify curriculum content, content-editing tools, staff training, safeguarding requirements, warranty and who supports the robot when software or hardware problems occur.

For international projects, include currency, taxes, customs, freight, local certification, installation travel and return logistics. A low base price can become a poor offer when the complete supported deployment is calculated. Compare the AvatarMind iPal against at least one alternative using the same payload, workspace, duty cycle, software, safety, service and landed-cost assumptions. A technically suitable robot can still be the wrong purchase when integration or regional support is weak.

Is AvatarMind iPal suitable for senior care? +

iPal is promoted for senior companionship and support concepts such as reminders, communication, engagement and family connection. It should not be described as a replacement for carers, a medical device or a guaranteed fall-detection and emergency-response system unless the exact configuration has validated functions and the responsible organisation accepts them.

Care deployments should review privacy, consent, audio and video handling, accessibility, network reliability, infection-control procedures and escalation when the robot fails. The safest positioning is a supervised social and communication tool that supplements human care. Essential medication, emergency and clinical workflows should remain backed by approved systems and trained people.

Compare the AvatarMind iPal against at least one alternative using the same payload, workspace, duty cycle, software, safety, service and landed-cost assumptions. A technically suitable robot can still be the wrong purchase when integration or regional support is weak. The final decision should be supported by a written specification and, where practical, a demonstration with representative parts, users or site conditions. Marketing material is useful for discovery but does not replace a task-specific acceptance test.

Can developers program AvatarMind iPal? +

Yes. AvatarMind promotes an iPal Robot Development Platform with an English developer version, SDK, content editor, documentation, training, workshops, custom software services and support.

The exact tools available can depend on the generation and commercial agreement. Developers should confirm Android version, APIs, motion and expression control, camera and microphone access, speech services, local versus cloud processing, remote deployment, app distribution, ROS compatibility and security controls. They should also clarify ownership of custom code and content. A proof-of-concept should test the required language, latency and offline behaviour before the platform is selected for a long-term product or institutional programme.

Compare the AvatarMind iPal against at least one alternative using the same payload, workspace, duty cycle, software, safety, service and landed-cost assumptions. A technically suitable robot can still be the wrong purchase when integration or regional support is weak. Anton Robots should capture transactional search intent while keeping the route accurate: compare the supported configuration, request a detailed quote and confirm the seller responsible for delivery, commissioning, warranty and technical support.

What should be included in an AvatarMind iPal quote? +

A useful quote should identify the exact iPal generation, robot body, display, battery, charger, cameras, microphones, speakers, connectivity, installed applications, language support and remote-control tools. For development projects it should also list SDK access, documentation, training, content editor, custom software scope, support hours and any cloud or subscription fees.

Commercial buyers should request delivery time, international freight, taxes, warranty, spare parts, battery replacement and repair arrangements. Care or education projects should add privacy, data-storage and user-management requirements. Anton Robots should compare the complete supported package, not a photograph or old first-generation price found online. The final decision should be supported by a written specification and, where practical, a demonstration with representative parts, users or site conditions.

Marketing material is useful for discovery but does not replace a task-specific acceptance test. Define who owns software changes, backups, data, maintenance records and operator training after handover. These operational details often determine whether the AvatarMind iPal remains useful after the initial demonstration or installation.

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