The R36H is produced by independent factories in Shenzhen rather than by a single named consumer brand. It is then sold under a range of seller labels such as Kiumo and Boyhom, which is why the same console appears under several different brand names.

Is the Kiumo R36H different from the Boyhom R36H?

Generally no. Kiumo and Boyhom are seller labels applied to the same reference hardware. What differs between listings is the bundle — microSD capacity, accessories and packaging — plus seller quality control and support, not the core console.

Does Anbernic make the R36H?

No. Anbernic is a separate established handheld manufacturer known for the RG35XX and RG series. The R36S and R36H are not Anbernic products, despite frequently being listed or searched for as "Anbernic R36H". Listings using the Anbernic name for an R36H are using it inaccurately.

Kiumo, Boyhom & "Anbernic" R36H: Are They Different Consoles?

Search for the R36H and you'll find it sold under several brand names. The short answer: they're overwhelmingly the same device — but one of those names is being used incorrectly, and that's worth knowing.

Who Actually Makes the R36H?

The R36H — like the R36S it's derived from — is not the product of a single consumer electronics brand. It's produced by independent factories in Shenzhen and then distributed under a variety of seller labels. There is no central manufacturer website, no official warranty channel, and no controlled product line.

That sounds alarming but is completely normal for this category, and it's why the device is so cheap. It also explains the naming confusion covered below — and why bundle contents and advertised game counts differ so much between listings.

⚠️ Anbernic does not make the R36H

Anbernic is a real, established handheld manufacturer — but its products are the RG line (RG35XX, RG353, RG40XX and so on). The R36S and R36H are not Anbernic devices. "Anbernic R36H" is one of the most common searches for this console, and it reflects a widespread misconception rather than reality. If a listing prominently brands an R36H as Anbernic, treat that as a marketing liberty, not a spec.

If you actually want an Anbernic device, our R36H vs Anbernic RG35XX H comparison covers the real trade-offs.

The Seller Labels You'll See

Name	What it is
Kiumo	A seller label applied to R36H units. Same reference hardware; the bundle and support are what you're actually choosing.
Boyhom	Another distributor label seen across R36-series devices, including the R36S.
Data Frog	A long-standing umbrella label used across many budget retro handhelds.
Generic / unbranded	Many listings carry no brand at all, or a randomised storefront name. This is not itself a red flag in this category.
"Anbernic"	Misattribution. Anbernic is a different company that does not make the R36H.

So What Actually Differs Between Listings?

Since the console itself is broadly consistent, these are the things genuinely worth comparing:

Bundled microSD capacity and quality. The biggest real difference — and the bundled card is the most common failure point regardless of brand. Plan on replacing it.
What's in the box. Case, screen protector, spare battery — varies by seller.
Screen panel revision. Units ship with different panels, which matters when you flash custom firmware. See the screen fix guide.
Seller reliability. Returns, response to defects and shipping speed are down to the seller, not the brand printed on the box. Recent reviews on the specific listing tell you more than the brand name does.

How to Choose a Listing

Ignore the brand name and evaluate the listing: recent review volume and sentiment, what's actually included, and whether the seller ships from a warehouse near you. The hardware you receive will be substantially the same either way, so you're really buying the seller's service quality.

Our take on whether the device itself is worth buying is in the R36H review, and the R36H wiki covers the full model-naming landscape including R36S, R36 Ultra and Pro Max variants.

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