Is the Rabbit R2 AI truly a "hare-raising" leap forward or am I just hopping mad for US tech in the Netherlands?

My obsession with the Rabbit R2 AI

It is May 2026, and I finally have the orange glow of the Rabbit R2 AI Pocket Companion sitting on my desk in Amsterdam. Ever since the announcement of Rabbit OS 2, I have been skeptical about whether a standalone AI device could actually replace my phone’s constant interruptions. I wanted to know if the Large Action Model (LAM) could actually handle my grocery orders and flight bookings without me lifting a finger.

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I realized early on that waiting for a local launch was a fool's errand. The R2 is currently a US-exclusive, and the tech FOMO was hitting me hard. I needed to see if this was a "hare-raising" innovation or just another gadget collecting dust. You might also like to read more: Read more: Rabbit R2 Teach Mode vs Dutch Language Barriers: The hidden hardware hurdle for Netherlands tech fans.

Why I decided to import from the USA

I found that the most advanced features of the R2 are optimized for the US market first. To get the full experience of the updated LAM, I had to shop US store options directly. However, being in the Netherlands presents a few hurdles. I knew I needed a reliable freight forwarder to bridge the gap between California and North Holland. That is when I turned to comGateway to provide me with a tax-free us address.

Check our guide on the local landscape: Read more: The Strategic Architecture for Securing a Rabbit R2 AI Pocket Companion in the Netherlands vs Relying on Local Retailers.

The trick to getting past the checkout block

I hit a wall immediately. Many US tech retailers are notorious for declining orders that use international credit cards or known warehouse addresses. When I tried to buy my R2, my Dutch bank card was rejected faster than a bad pun. This is a common problem when you try to buy from exclusive US outlets like the official Rabbit store or even big names like Apple and Nike.

I solved this by using the "BuyForMe" service. Instead of fighting with the checkout page, I had the comGateway team purchase the item on my behalf using a US domestic credit card. It is the safest way to guarantee an order doesn't get cancelled by over-eager fraud filters. We found it much easier to let the experts handle the transaction while I sat back and waited for the tracking number.

Shipping the Rabbit R2 to my Dutch doorstep

I spent some time on the shipping calculator to estimate shipping cost options before I committed. I wanted to ensure the international shipping rates were reasonable for such a small device. I also made sure to check the prohibited items list to see if there were any restricted goods or shipping rules that would prevent a pocket AI from entering the EU.

What I paid for shipping and logistics

I wanted to share my findings to help you calculate your own potential shipping fees. The Rabbit R2 is a compact device, which helps keep the international shipping costs down, but you should be aware of the battery regulations.

Surviving Dutch customs and VAT

I knew that importing electronics into the Netherlands meant dealing with the Belastingdienst. I had to account for import duties and the standard 21% GST/VAT. I highly recommend looking at the import tax and customs tax guides to avoid any nasty surprises at the border. I almost had a heart attack thinking about my package getting stuck in a warehouse in Schiphol.

Check our guide on my near-miss: Read more: I almost lost my Rabbit R2 AI to Dutch customs because I ignored these steps. By staying informed on the shipping rules, I managed to get my Rabbit R2 delivered safely. Is it worth it? If you value having 2026's most talked-about AI in your pocket before anyone else in Amsterdam, then yes, it absolutely is.