The RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards have been celebrating breakthrough innovations in robotics for 14 years—recognising the visionaries, the bold technologies, and the practical applications that are shaping our future. In 2025, the awards not only reintroduced familiar categories like Robot of the Year, Application of the Year, and Startup of the Year, but also launched Robots for Good, a new nod to robots that have a positive impact on society.

This comprehensive report offers a closer look at 50 standout winners while drawing insights from emerging trends that could redefine the robotics landscape. It even takes a thoughtful look back at past awardees and highlights the journey of the Top 20 RBR50 winners. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the pace of tech developments, this analysis provides a clear and engaging snapshot of where robotics is headed.

The celebration reached its peak at the annual RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards Gala during the Robotics Summit & Expo in Boston. The event brought together a community of innovators, all united by a commitment to tackling global challenges with creative, effective solutions.