The idea of having sex with a robot may sound like the plot of the latest science fiction blockbuster.
But a new report has revealed that a third of Brits wish this was a reality for them.
LELO’s report, called the Sex Census, surveyed thousands of Britons about their sexual habits and desires.
This shows that a third of Brits have used, would use or ‘might’ consider using a sex robot if an affordable option came onto the market.
And we’re not just talking about sex dolls here; sex robots refer to advanced devices that are integrated with AI, allowing them to move and talk just like real humans.
The idea of having sex with a robot may sound like the plot of the latest science fiction blockbuster. But a new report has revealed that a third of Brits wish this was a reality for them
For the report, LELO surveyed 4,000 participants about their sexual experiences and desires in 2023.
While a third of Brits said they would like to have sex with a robot, the results revealed a huge divide between the genders.
Nearly half (43.9 percent) of men surveyed said they were up for a robot romp, while only 21 percent of female respondents said the same.
Sex robots are often confused with sex dolls: sex toys that are the same size and shape as a human.
However, sex robots are much more advanced and therefore have a much higher price tag.
In its report, LELO highlights two popular sex robots called Henry and Harmony 3.0, which were created by AI robotics company Realbotix.
Released in 2018, Henry not only has “superhuman sexual performance” but is apparently also good at making jokes.
Measuring 6 feet tall, with a rippling six-pack and a menacing dark appearance, the creators say the droid can also welcome its owner home and talk about their favorite TV show or movie.
He can even woo them with romantic phrases and words to their favorite love poem or song.
Released in 2018, Henry not only has “superhuman sexual performance” but is apparently also good at making jokes
Henry isn’t cheap, though, costing between £8,000 and £11,000 ($9,940 – $13,668) depending on optional extras.
Meanwhile, Harmony 3.0 costs £11,700 ($14,551) and features a self-lubricating vagina that can be removed and placed in the dishwasher.
Speaking to the Daily starMatt McMullen, CEO of Realbotix, said: ‘Customers can get a bodywork equipped with internal heating, lubrication and touch sensors.
‘These touch sensors will communicate with the AI, so that you can create responses in both movement and sound.’
Mr McMullen claims sex with robots could help improve skills in the bedroom by making people less afraid of being adventurous.
He said, “Having sex with the robot will only help you with your skills.
‘It makes you last longer in bed, try different positions and become more adventurous.’
He even suggests that interactions with robots go beyond just sex, and that men can seduce, charm and chat with the sex robot.
However, other experts have expressed concern that sex with robots could become addictive.
Joel Snell, a robotics expert from Kirkwood College in Iowa, said: ‘Robot sex can become addictive.
‘Sexbots would always be available and could never say no, so addictions would be easy to feed.
“People will rearrange their lives to accommodate their addictions.”