Bear Robotics Servi Plus — Specs & Review
Specifications
| Brand | Bear Robotics |
|---|---|
| Model | Servi Plus |
| Year | 2022 |
| Category | Hospitality |
| Autonomy | fully-autonomous |
| Environment | indoor |
| Dimensions | 56cm L × 50cm W × 133cm H |
| Connectivity | WiFi, App Control |
| Country of origin | US |
Key features
- 3 trays, 30 kg payload
- ~$999/month subscription pricing
- Lidar + 3D depth navigation
- POS system integration
- SoftBank + LG backed
- Chili's, Denny's, Marriott deployed
- US-built domestic brand
What is it?
Bear Robotics Servi Plus is an autonomous restaurant delivery robot that carries food and drinks from kitchen to tables on three trays, backed by SoftBank and LG Electronics and deployed at major US restaurant chains.
Who is it for?
- Casual dining restaurant chains seeking to reduce server labour costs
- Hotels and hospitality operators in the US wanting a domestic-brand robot
- Restaurant operators who want a subscription model rather than capital purchase
- Chains with existing relationships with Chili's, Denny's, or Marriott operator groups
Key specs
- Trays: 3, 30 kg total payload
- Navigation: lidar + 3D depth sensing
- Pricing: ~$999/month subscription
- POS: major system integration
- Backers: SoftBank, LG Electronics
- Customers: Chili's, Denny's, Marriott
How it compares
Vs Pudu BellaBot: Servi Plus is US-built with a domestic brand advantage for US restaurant chains concerned about NDAA. BellaBot has a larger global deployed base and lower unit cost. Both offer 3-4 trays and lidar navigation.
Limitations
- Subscription model means ongoing monthly cost vs one-time purchase
- 3 trays vs 4 on competing Chinese models
- Requires flat restaurant floors and minimum aisle width
- Limited to indoor restaurant environments
FAQ
How much does the Bear Robotics Servi Plus cost?
Servi Plus pricing is available through Bear Robotics enterprise contracts. Bear operates a subscription model at approximately $999/month per robot. Contact Bear Robotics for current pricing.
What does the Bear Robotics Servi Plus do?
Servi Plus is an autonomous food and beverage delivery robot for restaurants, carrying food and drinks from kitchen to tables on three trays across restaurant floors.
What are the key specs of the Servi Plus?
Servi Plus has 3 trays with a total payload of 30 kg, uses lidar and 3D depth sensing for navigation, integrates with major POS systems, and is available on a subscription model.
Where is the Servi Plus deployed?
Servi Plus is deployed at Chili's, Denny's, Marriott, and other major US restaurant chains and hotels as a server assistant to reduce labour costs and improve staff efficiency.
Who founded Bear Robotics?
Bear Robotics was founded in 2017 by John Ha, a former Google software engineer who noticed the labour challenges in the restaurant industry while running a restaurant. The company is backed by SoftBank and LG Electronics.