China’s renowned home appliance manufacturer Haier has introduced its first humanoid robot, HIVA Haiwa. The company refers to this robot as the “housework terminator.” Equipped with artificial intelligence, the robot can independently perform a variety of household tasks.
Measuring 165 cm tall and weighing 70 kg, HIVA Haiwa can execute 44 mechanical movements on its own, allowing it to move with human-like flexibility and agility. The robot can easily reach objects up to 2 meters high, move freely around a room, and handle multiple household chores simultaneously.
The robot moves on a wheeled platform and is capable of washing floors, dusting, preparing meals, operating washing machines, ironing, and tidying clothes. Currently, HIVA Haiwa is controlled remotely, but in the near future, it will be equipped with autonomous mobility and the ability to perform tasks automatically.
This humanoid robot was first showcased in spring 2025 at the Appliance & Electronics World Expo (AWE) international exhibition held in China. Although Haier has previously developed several products in the field of robotics, HIVA Haiwa marks the company’s serious entry into the humanoid robot market.
According to official data, Haier ranks fourth globally in the production of SCARA-type robots and second within China. The company has recently announced plans to acquire Step Electric, a Shenzhen-based company, which is expected to further strengthen its position in the robotics market.
Haier is not the only major player entering the robotics market. Other leading home appliance brands such as Midea, Changhong, and Gree are also developing their own humanoid robots, indicating the start of a major “robot race” in China.
It is worth noting that earlier entrepreneur Elon Musk announced Tesla’s development of the Optimus V3 robot, which is expected to be ready by the end of 2025.
These developments reflect rapid progress in artificial intelligence and robotics and highlight the increasing role of technology in our daily lives.
