Loona Deskmate
KEYi Tech
Loona without the roaming: a MagSafe dock that turns your iPhone into a desk companion and work assistant.
$299
Desk robotBuy now
Doly
Limitbit, Canada
A palm-sized pet on tank tracks with a Raspberry Pi heart you are allowed to open.
What it does
- Autonomous navigation on a desk, self-charging
- Face recognition and voice on-device
- Block coding in the app, full SDK for adults
- Open hardware, editable CAD, 3D-printable add-ons
What it does not
- Not plug-and-play, app setup and tinkering expected
- Development ran late after crowdfunding
- Priciest desk robot in the list
Booshi saysBefore you fall in love: not plug-and-play, app setup and tinkering expected. If that is fine with you, this one is a keeper.
Good to know
| Moves | Moves on a desk |
|---|---|
| Material | hard plastic, 3D-printable shell |
| Touch sensors | Yes |
| Face screen | Yes |
| Coding | Python and C++ |
| Noise | Quiet |
| Phone required | No |
| Released | 2025 |
| Made by | Limitbit, Canada |
Who it suits
For makersFor yourself
The maker gives no age rating. Treat it as an adult purchase that children can share.
Same family: Petoi Bittle X.
Accessories: 3D Maker Edition invites custom shells.
Questions people ask
How much does Doly cost?
$399 on the official store (list price $449). Prices vary by region and by sale, so check the maker's own page before you buy.
Does Doly need Wi-Fi or an app?
Works offline. A phone is not required for the basics.
Is there a subscription?
No subscription is required. Store defaults to CAD: 561 sale / 632 list. USD shown after switching region; earlier $565-570 figure was the CAD price. Bundle with track pack 584 CAD, 3D Maker Edition 505 CAD
Is Doly noisy?
Quiet. It is fine on a desk in a quiet room.
Where can I buy Doly?
The official store ships to Canada, United States, United Kingdom, EU, Australia, UAE and Japan.
Often compared with
Compare these three
EMO
LivingAI
The desk pet everyone else is compared against: walks, recognises faces, 1,000+ expressions.
$279
Eilik
Energize Lab
The entry ticket to desk robots: no setup, no Wi-Fi, all personality.
$139.99 $149.99