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Starship Delivery Robot

The Starship Delivery Robot is an autonomous sidewalk delivery platform built for groceries, restaurant meals, parcels, campus delivery, retail logistics, and local last-mile services.

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Payload
Up to 9.1 kg (20 lb)
Max Speed
Approx. 6.4 km/h
Runtime
Up to 18 h per charge
Navigation
L4 autonomy; remote assistance
Environment
Outdoor sidewalks / campuses
Best For
Last-mile local delivery

OVERVIEW

The Starship Delivery Robot is an autonomous sidewalk delivery platform designed for groceries, restaurant meals, parcels, university campuses, retail logistics, and local last-mile services.

The approximately 38 kg six-wheeled robot travels at pedestrian speed of around 4 mph and carries up to 20 lb of goods inside a locked compartment.

Starship combines proprietary mapping, obstacle avoidance, remote human assistance, fleet operations, consumer applications, merchant integration, and secure customer unlocking.

Starship is best understood as a managed autonomous-delivery service rather than a standalone robot product, with deployment depending on operating area, merchant integration, local permissions, fleet scale, and ongoing service support.

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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

Nine-million deliveries

Starship reported more than nine million completed commercial deliveries by late 2025.

20 lb cargo

Carries up to approximately 20 lb of meals, groceries, parcels, or small goods.

Four-mph travel

Low-speed sidewalk operation matches pedestrian-scale campuses and neighbourhoods.

Secure compartment

Customers unlock the cargo area through the supported application or delivery workflow.

Remote assistance

Robots operate autonomously with human monitoring and intervention when required.

Managed delivery service

Fleet software, operations, integrations, maintenance, and local deployment form the product.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Robot type

Autonomous delivery robot

Main purpose

Last-mile local delivery

Operating environment

Outdoor sidewalks / campuses

Deployment

Managed autonomous delivery fleet integrated with merchants, campuses and delivery platforms

Payload / load capacity

Up to 9.1 kg (20 lb)

Reach

N/A

Mobility

Six-wheel bogie mobility over sidewalks, curbs and road crossings

Manipulation

Lockable insulated cargo compartment; merchants and recipients load and unload manually

Max speed

Approx. 6.4 km/h

Runtime

Up to 18 h per charge

Power source

Proprietary rechargeable battery; wireless overnight charging

Navigation / control

L4 autonomy; remote assistance

Sensors

12 cameras, ToF, radar and ultrasonics

Dimensions

Approx. 697 × 569 × 571 mm

Weight

Approx. 38 kg unloaded

SUPPLIER

Within 1-2 days
San Francisco, California, United States
United States, United Kingdom, Finland, Estonia, Sweden, Switzerland, Czechia and Germany
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Starship Delivery Robot cost? +

The Starship Delivery Robot price is provided as a commercial delivery-service proposal rather than a standard robot purchase price. The cost depends on location, fleet size, delivery volume, operating hours, merchant integration, field operations, permits, support and commercial partnership terms. A displayed figure, subscription rate or historic launch number is not always the final delivered and operational cost. Buyers may also need to account for shipping, taxes, customs, batteries, controllers, software, subscriptions, payloads, installation, mapping, training, warranty, spare parts, field support and integration.

Before comparing offers, confirm the exact model or service, commercial status, included hardware, software rights, delivery terms and after-sales process. The better buying question is: what is included, what is excluded, and who supports the robot after deployment?

You can request Starship Delivery Robot pricing, availability or a commercial review through Anton Robots before committing.

Where can I buy the Starship Delivery Robot? +

You can arrange a Starship Delivery Robot service through Anton Robots by requesting a deployment review rather than assuming a standalone hardware purchase. Anton Robots helps buyers verify the real commercial route, compare legitimate packages, understand what is included and decide whether the Starship Delivery Robot is appropriate for the intended use case. Starship operates a large commercial robot fleet through delivery partnerships, campuses, retailers and platform integrations.

Before buying, subscribing, commissioning or importing a unit, confirm the exact version, regional availability, included hardware, software access, shipping, taxes, warranty, spare parts and technical support. A product page, launch announcement or secondary-market listing does not always mean that a robot is available for immediate supported purchase in every country. Professional buyers should compare the complete operational package and support route rather than only the lowest displayed price.

To start, request Starship Delivery Robot buying, service or sourcing guidance through Anton Robots.

Where can I find a Starship Delivery Robot for sale? +

Starship robots are generally deployed through Delivery by Starship and commercial partnerships rather than sold as independent hardware. Finding a Starship Delivery Robot for sale or available for deployment is only the first step. Buyers should verify whether the offer is current, new, used, refurbished, subscription-based, programme-limited, unsupported outside its original region or missing essential accessories. Any proposal should identify fleet ownership, operating service, merchant integration, maintenance, remote assistance, insurance, permits and customer support.

A useful comparison should cover the exact generation, included equipment, software access, delivery country, expected lead time, warranty, replacement parts and who provides support after delivery. Avoid treating a third-party listing as proof of manufacturer support or legal access to proprietary software.

If you are looking for a Starship Delivery Robot, contact Anton Robots. We can also compare it with other robots in the same category.

Can I get a quote for the Starship Delivery Robot? +

Yes. You can request a Starship delivery-service project review through Anton Robots. A useful quote or commercial review should identify the exact version, ownership or service structure, included equipment, software, accessories, shipping assumptions, taxes or import notes, warranty, delivery estimate, training and available support. The proposal should define the operating zone, merchants, order volume, delivery radius, hours, integrations, crossings, charging, field operations and service levels.

Buyers should provide the destination country, intended application, operating environment, required delivery date and any integration needs. That information helps determine whether the robot is obtainable and whether the proposed package is technically suitable. The proposal should also state who commissions the system, which performance is guaranteed and what happens if the robot cannot meet the intended workflow.

Anton Robots can help compare the Starship Delivery Robot against other relevant robots.

What is included when you buy or deploy the Starship Delivery Robot? +

A typical Starship Delivery Robot package or deployment may include the delivery robots, cargo compartments, mapping, fleet software, merchant and consumer applications, remote assistance, charging and local operations. The exact contents vary by seller, service structure, configuration, product condition and country, so buyers should request a written packing and service list:

  • Starship autonomous delivery robots
  • Defined operating zone and route mapping
  • Fleet, dispatch and monitoring software
  • Merchant, campus or delivery-platform integration
  • Consumer ordering and secure-unlock workflow
  • Charging, maintenance and remote assistance
  • Permits, insurance and launch operations
  • Reporting, customer support and service-level terms

The robot body alone is not the commercial product; Starship’s software, operations and partner network enable the service. Hardware, software and support are often separated in robotics purchases. A low advertised price may exclude the charger, dock, controller, payload, software, fleet operation, spare battery, installation, training or warranty handling required for practical use. For professional buyers, the complete operational package is more important than the headline price.

You can request an itemised Starship Delivery Robot offer or availability review through Anton Robots before committing.

Can I buy a Starship Delivery Robot outright? +

Starship presents its robots as part of a delivery-as-a-service platform rather than a normal standalone hardware sale. Retailers and restaurants can add Starship delivery to existing options or launch an on-demand service using Starship’s robots, applications and operations. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. Hardware ownership, software rights and independent operation should not be assumed unless they are explicitly written into a commercial agreement.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify ownership, service term, fleet size, minimum volume, software, maintenance, replacement units, data, insurance and termination conditions. A proper evaluation should use the real tasks, routes, objects, users or operating conditions instead of relying only on a promotional video. Compare the service economics with purchasing and operating another delivery-robot platform.

You can request Starship Delivery Robot application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package or a more suitable alternative.

How much can a Starship Delivery Robot carry? +

A Starship robot can carry up to approximately 20 lb, or about 9 kg, of goods. The enclosed compartment suits restaurant orders, groceries, small parcels and roughly three shopping bags under published examples. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. Cargo volume, packaging, temperature, liquid stability and weight distribution can become limiting before the mass figure is reached.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify the real basket, packaging, compartment dimensions, spills, tamper control, loading, customer unloading and rejected oversize orders. A proper evaluation should use the real tasks, routes, objects, users or operating conditions instead of relying only on a promotional video. It is a small last-mile courier, not a pallet or bulk-delivery robot.

You can request Starship Delivery Robot application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package or a more suitable alternative.

How fast does a Starship Delivery Robot travel? +

Starship robots travel at approximately pedestrian speed, generally no faster than around 4 mph or 6.4 km/h. The low-speed design supports shared sidewalk and campus operation while allowing the robot to stop or slow around obstacles. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. Delivery time depends on crossings, route length, traffic, waiting, weather, merchant preparation and customer response, not only top speed.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify door-to-door route time, crossings, slopes, geofence, peak traffic, queueing, service radius and response to blocked paths. A proper evaluation should use the real tasks, routes, objects, users or operating conditions instead of relying only on a promotional video. Model the actual delivery journey before forecasting capacity.

You can request Starship Delivery Robot application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package or a more suitable alternative.

How autonomous are Starship delivery robots? +

Starship robots operate autonomously for the large majority of normal travel. The platform uses proprietary mapping, navigation and obstacle avoidance, while remote human operators can monitor and assist when needed. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. Human assistance, field recovery, mapping, communications and maintenance remain part of the service and should not be hidden by a fully autonomous label.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify remote-intervention rate, response time, communication coverage, blocked-route process, crossing behaviour, recovery and incident reporting. A proper evaluation should use the real tasks, routes, objects, users or operating conditions instead of relying only on a promotional video. Judge the complete operated autonomy system rather than the onboard robot alone.

You can request Starship Delivery Robot application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package or a more suitable alternative.

Where are Starship delivery robots deployed? +

Starship operates across university campuses, neighbourhoods and retail-delivery programmes in multiple countries. The company reported a fleet above 2,700 robots and more than nine million completed deliveries by late 2025, with further partnerships announced for 2026 and beyond. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. A successful service in one campus or city does not prove that another jurisdiction, route or retailer will approve or economically support deployment.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify current service map, local law, property permission, merchant partners, demand, weather, field staffing and charging. A proper evaluation should use the real tasks, routes, objects, users or operating conditions instead of relying only on a promotional video. Every new territory requires a fresh commercial and operational assessment.

You can request Starship Delivery Robot application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package or a more suitable alternative.

How do customers receive and unlock a Starship delivery? +

Customers place or select a delivery through a supported application or partner platform and track the robot to the drop-off point. The cargo compartment remains secured during travel and is unlocked by the authorised customer through the digital workflow. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. Late customers, incorrect locations, phone failure, accessibility needs and disputed orders require support and exception handling.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify identity, payment, notifications, GPS drop pin, unlock method, refunds, customer support, unattended time and failed handoff. A proper evaluation should use the real tasks, routes, objects, users or operating conditions instead of relying only on a promotional video. The user journey should be tested as carefully as robot navigation.

You can request Starship Delivery Robot application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package or a more suitable alternative.

What permits and site preparation does a Starship deployment need? +

A Starship programme may require public authority approval, private-property permission, route assessment, insurance and commercial agreements. Robots share sidewalks, crossings and campus routes with pedestrians, cyclists, accessibility users and service vehicles. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. Permission in one city or university does not automatically transfer to another location or country.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify legal classification, speed, crossings, accessibility, geofence, remote response, privacy, insurance, charging, signage and public communication. A proper evaluation should use the real tasks, routes, objects, users or operating conditions instead of relying only on a promotional video. Regulatory and operational responsibility should be assigned clearly in the service contract.

You can request Starship Delivery Robot application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package or a more suitable alternative.

Can the Starship Delivery Robot be shipped or deployed internationally? +

Starship can launch delivery services internationally in selected markets and partnerships. Delivery or deployment depends on the destination country, commercial status, freight method, lithium-battery rules, customs, regional certifications and local service coverage. Availability depends on local regulations, route economics, field operations, charging, communications, retailer partners and support capacity rather than ordinary international shipping.

Before ordering, ask who acts as importer of record, whether software and warranty remain valid in the destination country and whether installation requires an approved local partner. Buyers should also confirm package dimensions, battery documentation, insurance, damage procedures, data-hosting requirements and any end-use restrictions. A robot that can physically be transported is not necessarily supported, activatable or legally deployable in every market.

You can request international availability for the Starship Delivery Robot through Anton Robots so the complete route can be checked.

Is the Starship Delivery Robot in stock and how long does delivery take? +

Starship Delivery Robot availability and delivery time can change according to production, regional inventory, programme eligibility, service capacity, product condition, configuration and current demand. Robots are allocated to commercial programmes and expansion markets rather than displayed as retail inventory for individual buyers. A robot appearing online should not automatically be treated as locally stocked and ready to ship.

Before committing to a project date, ask whether the order is confirmed, backordered, used, refurbished or only an expression of interest, what equipment and software are available and when the complete package can be delivered and tested. Lead time can also be affected by freight, customs, battery transport, software activation, site preparation and training.

You can request current Starship Delivery Robot availability through Anton Robots. Buyers should obtain written confirmation of these points before approving a budget, service agreement, import, integration, or operational deployment.

What warranty and support should I check for the Starship Delivery Robot? +

Before buying or deploying the Starship Delivery Robot, check the warranty or service term, covered components, exclusions, service territory, repair process, software entitlement, spare-parts availability and who provides technical help. For a service deployment, focus on uptime, maintenance, replacement robots, remote assistance, incident response, data security and service-level commitments. Ask these questions:

  • How long is the hardware warranty or service commitment?
  • Who handles diagnostics, repairs and replacement parts?
  • Are batteries, sensors, screens, joints, docks and accessories covered?
  • Is software updating, fleet support, training or remote monitoring included?
  • What happens if the robot cannot be activated or repaired locally?
  • How long will parts, applications and documentation remain available?

For a legacy, subscription or enterprise robot, lifecycle support should be a primary buying criterion. Contact Anton Robots to review the package before purchase or deployment.

Is the Starship Delivery Robot worth buying or deploying? +

The Starship Delivery Robot is worth considering if you need a proven managed last-mile delivery programme for a campus, retailer, restaurant network or local community. Its strongest value comes from its large deployed fleet, millions of deliveries, pedestrian-speed autonomy, secure cargo, platform integrations and mature field operations.

However, it is only a good choice when the use case matches the robot’s maturity, commercial status, regional availability and operating limits. It is not an individually owned AMR, carries only small loads and depends on route density, permissions, weather and an operated service network. Buyers should compare complete ownership or service cost, software access, support, expected lifetime and alternatives that may perform the same task with less risk. For a business or research project, define a measurable outcome before committing rather than purchasing only for novelty or visual impact.

Compare other robots in the same category and request application or sourcing advice through Anton Robots.

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