The next-generation embodied AI research platform AlohaMini

An affordable mobile dual-arm robot for floor pickup, tabletop manipulation, and bimanual coordination. Native support for the LeRobot ecosystem and leading policies such as ACT, Diffusion Policy, Pi-0.5, and SmolVLA.

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Built for reproducible embodied AI

AlohaMini is a minimal, practical hardware unit for modern embodied AI algorithms.

Low cost to build

Affordable for labs and individual researchers, with an entry price within reach.

Multi-scenario coverage

Supports floor pickup, tabletop manipulation, and bimanual coordination.

Native LeRobot compatibility

Ready for ACT, Diffusion Policy, Pi-0.5, SmolVLA, and more.

Highly extensible stack

Open hardware + open software with editable CAD, URDF, and control layers.

Safe by design

Low torque actuators are ideal for teleop and daily data collection.

Ready out of the box

Pre-assembled and factory calibrated. Go from power-on to teleoperation in under 1 minute.

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AlohaMini

What is AlohaMini?

AlohaMini is an affordable, mobile, open-source dual-arm robot platform with lift capability. It supports floor pickup, tabletop manipulation, and bimanual coordination for real-world tasks. Compared with fixed-height systems, AlohaMini adapts to home and lab environments, making it ideal for teleoperation, data collection, and imitation learning. The platform provides complete open hardware and software, letting you modify mechanical structure, sensing, and control while staying practical for deployment and flexible for research.

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Video demos

See AlohaMini in action across real tasks and research scenarios.

Use cases

From academic labs to light industrial automation, AlohaMini fits diverse scenarios.

Academic algorithm replication

Reproduce ACT, Diffusion Policy, and other modern methods at lower cost.

VLA data collection

Efficient teleop and data capture for vision-language-action training.

Remote VR teleoperation

Support for immersive teleop and remote manipulation workflows.

K12 STEAM education

An approachable robotics platform for hands-on AI learning.

Rapid prototyping

Quickly validate ideas for real-world, embodied applications.

Lightweight automation

Desktop-scale automation for labs and small workspaces.

Product line and pricing

Three configurations for different needs, each with onboarding support to help you run your first model.

AlohaMini2

Open-source DIY kit

USD $1,999

Delivered as a parts kit

  • 6+1-DoF robotic arms
  • 1 kg payload per arm
  • Fully open-source hardware and software
  • Community open-source documentation
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Top choice for research
AlohaMini2 Pro

Universities / Labs / Research institutions

USD $2,999

Assembled unit

  • Metal + ABS hybrid chassis
  • Upgraded industrial-grade STS3250 servos
  • Pre-assembled and ready to use
  • Official technical support
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Embodied AI education
AlohaMini2 Edu

Vocational education / Embodied AI programs

USD $5,999

Assembled unit

  • Pre-installed stereo camera
  • Pre-installed LiDAR module
  • SaaS teaching platform included
  • Official technical support
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Spec comparison

AlohaMini2

DIY kit

  • WeightApprox. 13.5 kg
  • Total DoF18
  • Arm DoF6+1 (gripper)
  • Arm reach52 cm
  • Payload per armApprox. 1 kg
  • ActuatorsSTS3215 + STS3095
  • Base material3D-printed material
  • DeliveryParts kit
  • LiDARNo
  • Stereo visionNo
  • SupportCommunity documentation

AlohaMini2 Pro

Universities / Labs / Research institutions

  • WeightApprox. 16 kg
  • Total DoF18
  • Arm DoF6+1 (gripper)
  • Arm reach52 cm
  • Payload per armApprox. 1 kg
  • ActuatorsSTS3250 + STS3095
  • Base materialMetal + 3D-printed hybrid
  • DeliveryPre-assembled
  • LiDARNo
  • Stereo visionNo
  • SupportOfficial technical support

AlohaMini2 Edu

Vocational education / Embodied AI programs

  • WeightApprox. 16 kg
  • Total DoF18
  • Arm DoF6+1 (gripper)
  • Arm reach52 cm
  • Payload per armApprox. 1 kg
  • ActuatorsSTS3250 + STS3095
  • Base materialMetal + 3D-printed hybrid
  • DeliveryPre-assembled
  • LiDARYes
  • Stereo visionYes
  • SupportOfficial technical support

Contact and partnerships

Contact us for purchasing, lab procurement, or collaboration discussions.

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