Hiwonder claims local offline face, gesture, pedestrian, skeleton and pet recognition and vision line following. Supplied configuration and performance are not established.
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Hiwonder miniAuto Pro
A small coding car with sideways-moving wheels and an arm. It suits guided projects; camera and online features depend on the selected kit.
Dimensions299 × 164 × 150 mm, maker statedSource 1
ArmMaker describes a 2-DOF arm; inclusion in the selected kit needs confirmationSource 1
Motors and servosHY3722-130 encoder motors; HPD-0127 and LFD-01 servos, maker statedSource 1
Weight by kitStarter 0.692 kg; Standard 0.749 kg; Ultimate 0.83 kg, maker statedSource 1
Recorded specifications, with their source limits. These are not our measurements. See all specifications and configurations
Price and availability
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Manufacturer image and sourceTest track0 attempts run
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Three proposed tasks. Ten attempts at each suitable task, with the outcome, time and human help recorded. Confirm the exact robot, software and safe setup first. These tasks are not evidence that this robot can do them.
Follow a short programmed route
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Stop at a marked point
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Repeat the route from the same starting position
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Tested by ROBODROMO
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See the proposed test track01 / The assessment
What the evidence supports.
Capability and readiness are separate. These written findings are not a numerical rating or a physical test.
Capability
What can it actually do?
The specific maker claims and any independent observations are listed below. We have not run our own task tests on this robot.
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Could you use it in real life?
Intended use: Local vision and arm control. Dependable everyday use has not been established by the evidence reviewed. Offline recognition and connected language services need separate assessments; an optional glove is not base-kit equipment.
Read the source-based assessmentA clear limit
This is a research profile based on the sources below, not a hands-on test. Maker claims remain attributed to the maker; they do not prove repeatable performance in your home or workplace.
02 / Can it actually do it?
The claims, with their context.
The wording below keeps each source’s limits. A demonstration, a maker’s claim and a repeatable real-world result are different things.
The maker describes online text, voice and vision interaction through WonderLLM and XiaoZhi, and describes ESP-Claw as a local decision hub. Task decomposition, service dependencies and actual control mode are unverified.
Source 1The maker lists Scratch, Python and Arduino development, app control, Mecanum movement and a 2DOF arm. A wireless glove is sold separately.
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Specifications and configuration
Model detail
Specifications and configuration
Figures below retain their source and configuration limits. Manufacturer specifications are not independent performance results.
299 × 164 × 150 mm, maker stated
Source 1Maker describes a 2-DOF arm; inclusion in the selected kit needs confirmation
Source 1HY3722-130 encoder motors; HPD-0127 and LFD-01 servos, maker stated
Source 1Starter 0.692 kg; Standard 0.749 kg; Ultimate 0.83 kg, maker stated
Source 1299 × 164 × 150 mm.
Manufacturer sourceESP32.
Manufacturer source2 MP camera; two-degree-of-freedom arm.
Manufacturer source7.4 V, 2,000 mAh.
Manufacturer sourceStarter 0.692 kg; Standard 0.749 kg; Ultimate 0.83 kg.
Manufacturer sourceThe exact model and configuration
The exact model
Meet Hiwonder miniAuto Pro
The maker names Starter, Standard and Ultimate kits. Packing lists are image-only in the retained text, so the inclusion of the arm, WonderLLM and other components in each kit needs confirmation. The page separately links an Arduino UNO R3 miniAuto; do not transfer its instructions or parts applicability to this ESP32 Pro.
Further assessment notes
Setup, support and daily use
04 / Living with it
Right robot, right expectations.
What ownership could involve
Confirm kit contents and software revision, assembly, charging and required computer or phone before purchase. The maker distinguishes local offline vision from online multimodal interaction; do not assume offline LLM chat. Check XiaoZhi and model provider accounts, fees, data handling, retention and region, and what happens on service withdrawal. No model-specific safety manual, age guidance, battery handling, UK warranty or spares terms were verified. Keep moving wheels and gripper clear of fingers and supervise use; obtain the maker’s instructions before charging.
Support, software and repairs
Specify the kit tier before comparing prices or features. PC and app control are described; gesture-glove control is an optional configuration. Confirm included modules, source-code access, replacement servos and battery, warranty and UK return arrangements. Do not transfer the heavier Ultimate weight to the Starter kit.
Questions still open
What needs checking before you decide.
- Packing lists are image-only; contents and edition applicability remain unknown.
- No footage reviewed or task outcomes independently tested.
- No verified UK price for a selected complete configuration; displayed US dollar price and stock are dynamic and selection basis unclear.
- No verified service terms, ongoing costs, privacy routes or safety certification.
See it in action
Our filmed attempts will appear after testing. Existing footage below keeps its original description and limitations.
See the robot
miniAuto Pro – AI Agent Robot Car with ESP-Claw 🤖🚗
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Published by Hiwonder. miniAuto Pro presentation. Check the supplied kit and software version before relying on demonstrated features.
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Sources and checks
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Sources and checks
03 / Recorded evidence
The latest checks on file.
Dates below describe the recorded checks. They do not mean the manufacturer’s page was checked today.
- hiwonder.com Source checked 2026-10-27
- hiwonder.com Source checked 2026-10-27
- Manufacturer specifications and support Source checked 2026-10-31
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Video and publisher attribution
YouTube title and publisher checked against the named model. miniAuto Pro presentation. Check the supplied kit and software version before relying on demonstrated features. Not watched in full; not an independent performance assessment.
Source checked 2026-10-31
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How sure are we?
4 linked sources. Read the claims and their limits below. A source count is not a confidence score.
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