The Pudu KettyBot Pro is a slim delivery and greeting robot with an 18.5 inch ad screen, priced from about $14,000 through a major US reseller. It suits smaller restaurants and shops that want a robot to run food and also show promotions at the door. If you only need plates carried, the Bear Robotics Servi does that job for less.
What the Pudu KettyBot Pro is
KettyBot Pro is a compact service robot from Pudu Robotics. Pudu sells it as a delivery and reception robot with an ad display Pudu KettyBot Pro page ↗. It carries food and drinks to tables, greets guests, leads them to their seats and shows promotions on a large screen Pudu KettyBot Pro page ↗.
It is about 43.5 by 45 by 112 cm and weighs 38 kg (about 84 pounds) Pudu KettyBot Pro page ↗. Each tray level holds 10 kg (22 pounds) Pudu KettyBot Pro page ↗. A European reseller lists two tray levels plus a return compartment MyBotShop ↗; RobotLAB lists three shelves RobotLAB KettyBot Pro ↗.
In the US it is sold through integrators such as RobotLAB, which handles delivery, setup, staff training and service RobotLAB KettyBot Pro ↗. Hands on testing is in progress.
What it does well
It fits tight rooms. Pudu lists a minimum passage of 52 cm (about 20.5 inches) in some situations Pudu KettyBot Pro page ↗. That is narrower than many full size serving robots, which helps in small cafes and crowded dining rooms.
It doubles as a sign. The 18.5 inch screen can show promotions, and a cruise mode lets it roam the room broadcasting offers Pudu KettyBot Pro page ↗. A separate 10.1 inch touchscreen handles operation MyBotShop ↗.
It greets guests. Voice interaction lets it say hello and talk through screen content, and it can lead guests to a table Pudu KettyBot Pro page ↗.
Solid navigation. Pudu says it combines laser and visual navigation, and uses 360 degree fisheye lenses to detect when items are taken from a tray Pudu KettyBot Pro page ↗. It cruises at up to 1.2 m/s Pudu KettyBot Pro page ↗.
It can work across floors. RobotLAB lists elevator, door opener and multi floor support RobotLAB KettyBot Pro ↗.
Support and warranty. RobotLAB includes a 1 year warranty and offers on site setup and ongoing service RobotLAB KettyBot Pro ↗.
Where it falls short
Small trays, light loads. At 10 kg per level, it carries less than larger robots Pudu KettyBot Pro page ↗. The Bear Robotics Servi, for comparison, carries up to 66 pounds across two trays and a bus tub Bear Robotics Servi ↗.
Shorter shifts. Pudu rates it for 9 hours with no load and 3.5 hours to charge Pudu KettyBot Pro page ↗. Servi is rated for 10 to 12 hours Bear Robotics Servi ↗. A long double shift may need a mid day top up.
The dock costs extra. Pudu says the robot returns to a docking station when low, but the station is sold separately Pudu KettyBot Pro page ↗.
Confusing reseller data. RobotLAB's page lists two monthly prices, $479 and $395, and also gives two battery figures and two weights in its comparison table RobotLAB KettyBot Pro ↗. Pudu's own page gives both 51 cm and 52 cm for minimum passage Pudu KettyBot Pro page ↗. Get a written quote with specs.
It costs more than Servi. At $14,000 to buy, it is about $4,000 more than RobotLAB's starting Servi price RobotLAB KettyBot Pro ↗ RobotLAB T8 ↗.
Pricing and plans
Retail price: RobotLAB lists it starting at $14,000 to buy RobotLAB KettyBot Pro ↗.
Robot as a service: RobotLAB shows $479 per month in most places on its page and $395 per month in its comparison table RobotLAB KettyBot Pro ↗. Ask which applies and for how long the contract runs.
Financing: lease and financing are offered, with terms on request RobotLAB KettyBot Pro ↗.
Where sold: through US integrators such as RobotLAB, and through resellers abroad RobotLAB KettyBot Pro ↗ MyBotShop ↗. Pudu does not show prices on its own site Pudu KettyBot Pro page ↗.
Warranty: 1 year through RobotLAB, with optional service plans RobotLAB KettyBot Pro ↗.
Extra costs: the docking station is sold separately Pudu KettyBot Pro page ↗. The box includes the robot, charger, operating procedure and software RobotLAB KettyBot Pro ↗.
Who should (and shouldn't) use it
- Good fit: small restaurants, cafes and shops with narrow aisles.
- Good fit: businesses that want a robot to greet guests and advertise specials as well as deliver.
- Good fit: multi floor venues with elevators.
- Skip it if: you need to carry heavy loads or bus large tubs of dishes.
- Skip it if: price is the main factor; Servi costs less.
- Skip it if: you run long shifts without a chance to recharge.
Alternatives worth a look
- Bear Robotics Servi: our top pick, from $9,990 or $279 a month at RobotLAB, rated for 10 to 12 hours RobotLAB Servi ↗ Bear Robotics Servi ↗.
- Pudu BellaBot: Pudu's four tray, cat faced robot, from $14,500 or $409 a month at RobotLAB RobotLAB BellaBot ↗.
- Keenon DINERBOT T8: another compact three tray robot with up to 15 hours of battery, but RobotLAB says it may be discontinued RobotLAB T8 ↗.
Where it appears
ComparedThe Best Restaurant Serving RobotWhat’s good
- Slim design
- Promo screen
- Pudu support network
What to know
- Pricier than Servi
- Two different RaaS prices listed
Key features
- 3 shelves
- 9 hour battery, 3.5 hour charge
- 18.5 inch display
- 38 kg robot weight
Questions people ask
How much does the Pudu KettyBot Pro cost?
RobotLAB lists it from $14,000 to buy. Its monthly robot as a service price appears as both $479 and $395 on the same page, so ask for a quote RobotLAB KettyBot Pro ↗.
How much can KettyBot Pro carry?
Pudu rates each tray level for 10 kg, or about 22 pounds Pudu KettyBot Pro page ↗.
How long does the KettyBot Pro battery last?
Pudu lists about 9 hours with no load and a 3.5 hour charge Pudu KettyBot Pro page ↗.
Is KettyBot Pro better than BellaBot?
KettyBot Pro is slimmer and has a big ad screen Pudu KettyBot Pro page ↗. BellaBot has four trays and a friendlier face for family dining, at a slightly higher RobotLAB price RobotLAB BellaBot ↗.
Where this comes from
Checked Oct 9, 2026. Vendor pages describe their own products; independent sources add outside views. Hands on testing is in progress.
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