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Robot Rentals Boom During Spring Festival with 80% Sales Jump

Robot Rental Demand Surges During Holiday Season

The robot rental market is experiencing unprecedented growth this Spring Festival, with Qingtian ZHU emerging as one of the biggest winners. As families prepare for celebrations and businesses ramp up operations during China's most important holiday, robotic helpers are becoming an increasingly popular solution.

Record-Breaking Numbers

By February 12, the platform had already logged over 1,000 confirmed bookings for the holiday period. Current projections suggest total orders will easily clear the 5,000 mark - translating to an eye-catching 80% increase in gross merchandise value compared to previous quarters.

"We're seeing demand accelerate dramatically," notes industry analyst Li Wei. "What began as cautious experimentation has evolved into mainstream adoption across multiple sectors."

Growth Trajectory

The numbers tell a compelling story:

  • 30% increase in orders two weeks pre-holiday
  • 47% surge during the final week before celebrations
  • Expected 60+% growth throughout festival week itself
  • Projected 50% retention post-holiday

The data reveals another telling trend: approximately 30% of users are renting robots for the first time this season. This suggests robotic services are transitioning from novelty status to regular utility in both household and commercial settings.

Pricing and Expansion

The platform's strategic pricing appears to be paying dividends:

  • The affordable 999 Yuan Universal Robot Experience accounts for 15% of transactions
  • More sophisticated applications have lifted average ticket prices by 15%

With operational capacity exceeding 3,000 robots nationwide, Qingtian ZHU serves over 100 Chinese cities. The company recently unveiled ambitious expansion plans:

  • Nationwide city partner program launched February 13
  • Major strategy event scheduled for March in Shanghai

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