Reporter Sean Hollister tested Beni, a jumping camera robodog from TikTok, on July 10, 2026.
Reporter Sean Hollister tested Beni, a jumping camera robodog from TikTok, on July 10, 2026.
Beni is a small, camera‑equipped robodog designed for indoor use and features a joystick control interface.
According to the reviewer, Beni struggled to track people in low‑light indoor conditions.
When the speed was set low and the joystick was moved forward, Beni navigated a hallway autonomously.
Upon reaching a wall, the robot executed an automatic U‑turn and continued moving.
Obstacle avoidance operated as intended, preventing the device from becoming stuck.
The test took place in a private residence.
Further evaluation will determine whether Beni meets consumer expectations for indoor performance.
- Publisher
- theverge
- Reliability
- high
- Published
- 7/11/2026, 10:00:36 AM
- Retrieved
- 7/11/2026, 10:00:36 AM
- Relevance
- 80%
- Confidence
- 85%

