MIRO (美罗, Meiluo) is the industrial humanoid series from Chinese appliance giant Midea, owner of KUKA. Its third generation, MIRO U, is a six-armed robot on a wheeled base, unveiled in December 2025 and headed for Midea's washing-machine plants.
History and launch
Midea began robotics research after setting up its central research institute in 2014, completed its acquisition of Germany's KUKA in 2017 and created a humanoid robot innovation center in 2024. The company says the MIRO series has gone through three generations.
On December 5, 2025, Midea vice president and CTO Wei Chang officially presented MIRO U for the first time at an economic forum in Guangzhou. Midea calls it a "super-humanoid" because rather than copying the human form it aims to exceed human physical limits at work.
Hardware
MIRO U is a wheeled humanoid with six human-like arms. It can raise and lower its body stably and rotate 360 degrees on the spot. The arms are precisely controlled and coordinated, and their end modules can be swapped quickly. Midea says the core technology was developed entirely in-house. It has not published detailed specifications such as dimensions, weight or degrees of freedom.
Use cases and deployments
MIRO U was due to enter Midea's high-end washing-machine factory in Wuxi at the end of 2025, where the company expects it to make line changeovers 30% more efficient. Midea follows an "industry first, then commerce, then home" approach: alongside the industrial MIRO line it is developing the Meila (美拉) series for stores and homes, which is due to guide customers and demonstrate products in Midea retail stores in 2026.
Manufacturer
Foshan-based Midea Group is one of the world's largest makers of home appliances and air conditioners. Its more than 100 smart factories double as testing grounds for robots. The robotics and automation segment, including KUKA, generated 22.9 billion yuan of revenue in the first three quarters of the year. Midea also runs a national key laboratory for heavy-load robots (Blue Orange Lab).
Price and availability
MIRO U is being developed for Midea's own factories and is not for sale. No price or external sales plans have been announced.
Timeline
- 2017 Midea acquires KUKA
- 2024 Midea sets up a humanoid robot innovation center
- 2025-12 MIRO U (third MIRO generation) officially presented
Sources
- 美的超人形机器人“美罗U”首曝，六臂协同引领工业智造变革, Midea Group (2025-12)
- 新闻中心 (news centre: robotics revenue, Blue Orange Lab, KUKA), Midea Group (2026-10)
- Robotics and Automation, Midea Group (2026-10)
Updated: 2026-10-10
Verification and limitations
This entry requires an up-to-date manufacturer specification check.
MERA field measurement report: not published. Demonstration footage and manufacturer specifications are not a MERA test under event conditions.
Data and provenance for AI agents ↗Compared with the catalogue
- It is the only Midea model in the catalogue and one of 128 humanoids from China.
Capabilities
Frequently asked questions
What is Midea MIRO U?
A six-armed industrial humanoid on a wheeled base, the third generation of the MIRO series.
Where does MIRO U work?
Midea announced its deployment at its washing-machine factory in Wuxi.
Can you buy a Midea MIRO robot?
No, for now it is used in Midea's own plants.
Is Midea making home humanoids?
It is developing the Meila series for stores and homes, due in Midea retail stores in 2026.
How much does the Midea MIRO cost?
The manufacturer has not published a price for the Midea MIRO. You can send a purchase enquiry through MERA Robotics.
Is the Midea MIRO available to buy?
Status: In development: the manufacturer has shown the robot but is not selling it openly yet.
How do I buy the Midea MIRO through MERA Robotics?
Click “I want to buy” or fill in the form on this page. MERA Robotics will reply whether and on what terms the model is available and can help deploy it with the MERA OS conversation system.
Data: Midea. Specs from the manufacturer; they may change, always confirm with the manufacturer before buying.
