How much does it cost to book a robot?

Robot rental prices range from $479/day for a compact robot dog (D1 Pro) to $6,499/day for a full-size acrobatic humanoid (A3). Most humanoid robots cost $3,399–$6,499/day. All prices include delivery, setup, and on-site support.

Can I book a humanoid robot for a party or event?

Yes! Airbot offers humanoid robots for parties, corporate events, conferences, opening ceremonies, trade shows, and more. Our team delivers the robot, sets it up, and provides on-site support throughout your event.

What types of robots can I book?

We offer three categories: humanoid robots (full-size and compact models that walk, talk, and perform), quadruped robot dogs (acrobatic dogs that do backflips and tricks), and dexterous robotic hands for tech demos. We carry models from AgiBot and Unitree.

Where can I book a robot in the Bay Area?

airbot delivers robots across the entire San Francisco Bay Area, including San Francisco, San Jose, Oakland, Palo Alto, Silicon Valley, the East Bay, and the North Bay. Delivery, setup, and on-site operation are included in the price.

Do you offer robot rental in San Francisco and Silicon Valley?

Yes! Airbot provides robot rental across San Francisco, Silicon Valley, and the entire SF Bay Area. We deliver humanoid robots and robot dogs to your venue in SF, Palo Alto, Mountain View, San Jose, and throughout the Bay Area. Same-day setup available in select cities.

How does robot booking work?

It's simple: browse our catalog, pick your robot, select your dates, and checkout. Our team handles delivery, setup, operation guidance, and collection. You enjoy the experience. Same-day setup available in select cities.

Can a robot dog do tricks at my event?

Absolutely! Our AgiBot D1 robot dogs can perform backflips, biped standing, forward jumps, waving, and more. They're crowd favorites at parties, conferences, and opening ceremonies. They can also patrol and interact with guests autonomously.

Can I rent a humanoid robot for a wedding?

Yes! Humanoid robots make unforgettable wedding entertainment — they can greet guests, escort the wedding party, serve as a photo-op station, and even dance. We deliver, set up, and operate the robot so you can focus on your big day.

Can I rent a robot dog for a wedding or party?

Absolutely. Our AgiBot D1 robot dogs perform backflips, wave, and interact with guests — perfect for weddings, birthday parties, and private events. They're autonomous crowd-pleasers that kids and adults love.

Do you rent robots for conferences and trade shows like CES?

Yes. Airbot provides humanoid robots and robot dogs for conferences, trade shows, and expos including CES, TechCrunch, and corporate summits. Our robots serve as greeters, demo assistants, and crowd-drawing activations. Delivery, setup, and on-site operation are included.

Can I use a robot as a greeter or concierge at my event?

Yes — our humanoid robots are frequently deployed as robot greeters and concierges. They can check in guests, answer FAQs about your event and company, give directions, and provide a memorable first impression. We configure the robot with your event and company context before delivery.

Can I rent a robot for a mall promotion or retail activation?

Yes. Robots are highly effective for mall promotions, retail activations, and product launches. They draw foot traffic, interact with shoppers, and create shareable social media moments. We handle delivery and operation at your retail venue.

Do you rent AgiBot or Unitree robots?

Yes. Airbot carries both AgiBot and Unitree robots. Our AgiBot fleet includes the A3 and X2 humanoids, A2 Ultra and A2 Lite mid-size models, and the D1 robot dog family. We also offer the Unitree G1 humanoid. All available for day-rate rental with delivery and on-site support.

Can a robot be a performer or mascot at my event?

Yes! Our robots serve as robot performers, mascots, and entertainers. Humanoids can walk, gesture, and interact with crowds, while robot dogs perform acrobatic tricks like backflips. They're perfect for brand activations, opening ceremonies, and entertainment shows.

How do I hire a robot for an event?

Browse the catalog at /robots, pick your robot and rental dates, then check out at /checkout. Airbot handles delivery, setup, on-site operation, and collection across the San Francisco Bay Area.

How much does it cost to rent a robot?

Day rates run from $479/day for the AgiBot D1 Pro robot dog to $6,499/day for the A3 humanoid, with most humanoids between $3,400 and $6,500/day. Every rate includes delivery, setup, and on-site support. The C5 cleaning robot is the exception at $4,609/month.

How far in advance should I book a robot?

Aim for at least two to three weeks ahead, especially for popular humanoids like the X2 and A2 Ultra or peak dates around the holidays. Last-minute requests are still worth making since availability changes daily.

Do I need to operate the robot myself?

No. A trained Airbot operator stays on-site to run the robot, manage interactions and choreography, swap batteries, and pack up at the end. Your team can focus entirely on guests.

What does my venue need to host a robot?

A clear, level performance area, standard power for charging, and reliable Wi-Fi or cellular for interactive features. Full-size humanoids need more room than the compact X2 or robot dogs, and the rugged D1 Ultra suits outdoor settings.

Guide · 5 min read · Updated 2026-06-20

How to Hire a Robot for Your Event: Step-by-Step

Hiring a robot for your event is faster than booking a band and lighter on logistics than a photo booth. With Airbot you browse the catalog, pick your robot and dates, and check out. We handle delivery, setup, on-site operation, and collection across the San Francisco Bay Area. This guide walks the whole booking journey step by step, plus the lead time and venue details worth sorting before the big day.

Key takeaways

Hiring a robot is four steps: browse the catalog, pick robot and dates, check out, and we handle the rest.
Every day rate includes delivery, setup, on-site operation, and collection across the Bay Area.
Day rates range from $479/day (D1 Pro robot dog) to $6,499/day (A3 humanoid); the C5 cleaner is $4,609/month.
Book two to three weeks ahead for popular humanoids and peak dates.
Venues need clear performance space, standard power, and Wi-Fi for interactive features.

Step 1: Browse the catalog and match a robot to your goal

Start at the full catalog on /robots and let the moment decide the machine. Want a showstopper for a product launch or gala stage? The AgiBot A3 humanoid ($6,499/day) does somersaults and aerial walking, while the AgiBot A2 Lite ($6,239/day) runs synchronized fleet routines like Tai Chi and dragon dance. For mingling crowds, the AgiBot X2 ($3,399/day) is our best seller: a half-size humanoid that dances, waves, and chats by voice and face.

Need a robot that talks back? The AgiBot A2 Ultra ($3,909/day) holds full-duplex LLM conversations and navigates rooms on its own, ideal for reception, guidance, and live Q&A. On a tighter budget or chasing social-media clips, the AgiBot D1 Pro robot dog starts at just $479/day with backflips and a live camera feed, and the Unitree G1 ($3,499/day) brings high kicks and acrobatics that travel well online. Browse, compare, and shortlist before you commit.

Step 2: Pick your robot and event dates

Once you have a favorite, choose your rental dates. Pricing is per day for almost everything in the catalog and already includes delivery, professional setup, on-site operation, and collection, so the day rate you see is the rate you plan around. The one exception is the AgiBot C5 cleaning robot, which rents monthly at $4,609/month for venues like convention centers and hotels.

Multi-day conferences and weekend festivals simply book consecutive days. If you want more than one robot, say a humanoid greeter at the door and a robot dog working the floor, add each to your booking with its own dates. Mixing units is common for larger activations and helps you cover both the standout moment and steady crowd engagement.

Step 3: Check out and lock in your booking

Head to /checkout to confirm your robot, dates, and venue details. You will share the event address, access notes, and your run-of-show so our team knows exactly what the day looks like. Booking early matters: popular humanoids like the X2 and A2 Ultra and peak dates around the holidays and conference season fill up, so aim to reserve at least two to three weeks ahead when you can.

Last-minute request? Reach out anyway. Availability shifts daily and we will tell you straight whether your dates and chosen robot can work. Once your booking is confirmed, you are done with the heavy lifting. Everything after this is on us.

Step 4: We deliver, set up, operate, and collect

On event day, Airbot delivers your robot to the venue, sets it up, and runs it on-site for the duration. A trained operator stays with the robot to manage choreography, conversation, interactions, and battery swaps, then powers down and collects the unit when your event wraps. You get the spectacle without babysitting hardware.

This is the part that separates renting from owning. There is no charging, no troubleshooting, no transport van to organize. Our team handles the AgiBot and Unitree Robotics fleet end to end so your staff can focus on guests, not gadgets.

Venue requirements: space, power, and Wi-Fi

Robots need room to perform. Full-size humanoids like the A3, A2 Ultra, and A2 Lite stand around 169 to 173cm and want a clear, level performance area plus a safe buffer from the crowd for acrobatic moves. The compact X2 (131cm) and robot dogs are happier in tighter footprints and busy walkways. If you are unsure how much space to clear, tell us your floor plan at checkout and we will advise.

Most setups run on standard venue power for charging between sessions, and our long-runtime units help: the A3 and A2 Lite use 10-hour hot-swap batteries, so shows continue while packs are changed. Reliable Wi-Fi or cellular helps interactive features like the A2 Ultra's live Q&A and the X2's voice chat, and outdoor or rugged settings are a fit for the AgiBot D1 Ultra ($1,279/day), which is IP54 dust and water resistant. We confirm the specifics with you before the date.

What to prepare before the day

A little prep makes the activation shine. Confirm load-in access, elevator or ramp routes, and a power outlet near the performance zone. Share your schedule so we time the robot's biggest moments, like an A2 Lite synchronized routine for the keynote open or X2 dances during a networking break. If you want custom content, the programmable AgiBot D1 Edu ($859/day) supports SDK routines and the Unitree G1 can learn new moves, so flag that early.

Also decide where the robot lives during downtime and who your on-site point of contact is. That is genuinely it. Airbot covers the rest of the logistics so you can hand off the technical side and enjoy the reactions.