The world of consumer robotics has long excited the imagination, with visions of talking, capable robots with personalities, like Rosie from "The Jetsons." But as home robots have begun to become practical, the creations tend toward utility and convenience. Here are a look at some on the market, from the luxury models to affordable ones.

Shown in the foreground is Jeeves, a $31,000 robot butler who totes champagne and greets visitors at the New Hampshire offices of MobileRobots.