GROOVE X announces two-stage price increases for LOVOT 3.0
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Summary
On September 1, GROOVE X announced staged LOVOT 3.0 price increases beginning October 26. The base-color model will rise from ¥577,500 to ¥599,500 including tax, with ¥649,000 planned for mid-January 2027. The company cited rising materials, components, manufacturing and logistics costs and noted that a separate monthly service contract is required.
Editorial view
Editorial view: The announcement highlights the need to assess both upfront hardware prices and ongoing service costs in consumer-robot business models.
Evidence and limitations
This September 1 announcement falls outside the latest 30 days. The 2027 price and exact change date remain provisional; quoted device prices include administration and shipping fees under the announcement, but exclude monthly service fees.