Atlas vs Robbyant R1
Side-by-side comparison of Atlas (Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary)) and Robbyant R1 (Ant Lingbo Technology) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AtlasUnited States
- Robbyant R1China
Year First Available
- Atlas2025
- Robbyant R12025
Verified Deployments
- Atlas0 Deployments
- Robbyant R10 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- AtlasContact for quote
- Robbyant R1$55,000 USD
Availability Status
- AtlasACTIVE
- Robbyant R1ACTIVE
Physical Form Factor
Weight
- Atlas—
- Robbyant R1110 kg
Height
- Atlas175.26 mm
- Robbyant R1170 mm
Mobility Type
- Atlasbipedal
- Robbyant R1—
Humanoid Subtype
- Atlasfull bipedal
- Robbyant R1—
Walking Speed
- Atlas—
- Robbyant R11.5 m/s
Running Capable
- Atlasrun capable
- Robbyant R1—
Stair Climbing
- Atlasproduction ready
- Robbyant R1No
Terrain
- Atlasflat_indoor, mild_incline, rough_indoor
- Robbyant R1flat indoor, uneven outdoor
Payload & Dexterity
Total DOF
- Atlas—
- Robbyant R134
Arm DOF
- Atlas—
- Robbyant R12
Bimanual Coordination
- Atlas—
- Robbyant R1No
Tool Use
- Atlasvendor demo
- Robbyant R1—
Compute & AI
Onboard Compute
- AtlasPowered by Nvidia advanced microchips (unspecified generation)
- Robbyant R1MX6800 depth engine chip
Compute Platform
- AtlasNVIDIA (unspecified chipset, described as 'advanced microchips')
- Robbyant R1—
VLM Capable
- Atlas—
- Robbyant R1No
Imitation Learning
- Atlasmulti task
- Robbyant R1No
Teleoperation
- Atlasvr_headset, full_body_suit
- Robbyant R1—
Programming
- Atlascode_ros, teleoperation
- Robbyant R1Open-source
Battery & Power
Battery Swap
- Atlas—
- Robbyant R1No
Safety
Fall Recovery
- AtlasYes
- Robbyant R1—
Software
SDK Languages
- Atlascode_ros, teleoperation
- Robbyant R1Python
ROS Support
- Atlas—
- Robbyant R1No
Simulation Platforms
- AtlasNVIDIA Isaac Sim (implied via Nvidia partnership)
- Robbyant R1—
Open API
- Atlas—
- Robbyant R1Yes
Reliability
Deployment Maturity
- Atlasalpha pilot
- Robbyant R1commercial
Commercial
Price (USD)
- AtlasContact for quote
- Robbyant R1$55,000 USD
Price Tier
- Atlas150K+
- Robbyant R140-80K
Production Pilots
- AtlasHyundai Metaplant America (Savannah, GA)
- Robbyant R1—
Applications
- Atlaswarehouse_transport, assembly, research
- Robbyant R1hospitality, medical assistance, tour guiding, cooking
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | China |
| Year First Available | 2025 | 2025 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $55,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical Form Factor | ||
| Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | — | 110 kg |
| Height (values differ) | 175.26 mm | 170 mm |
| Mobility Type (values differ) | bipedal | — |
| Humanoid Subtype (values differ) | full bipedal | — |
| Walking Speed (values differ) | — | 1.5 m/s |
| Running Capable (values differ) | run capable | — |
| Stair Climbing (values differ) | production ready | No |
| Terrain (values differ) | flat_indoor, mild_incline, rough_indoor | flat indoor, uneven outdoor |
| Payload & Dexterity | ||
| Total DOF (values differ) | — | 34 |
| Arm DOF (values differ) | — | 2 |
| Bimanual Coordination (values differ) | — | No |
| Tool Use (values differ) | vendor demo | — |
| Compute & AI | ||
| Onboard Compute (values differ) | Powered by Nvidia advanced microchips (unspecified generation) | MX6800 depth engine chip |
| Compute Platform (values differ) | NVIDIA (unspecified chipset, described as 'advanced microchips') | — |
| VLM Capable (values differ) | — | No |
| Imitation Learning (values differ) | multi task | No |
| Teleoperation (values differ) | vr_headset, full_body_suit | — |
| Programming (values differ) | code_ros, teleoperation | Open-source |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Swap (values differ) | — | No |
| Safety | ||
| Fall Recovery (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Software | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | code_ros, teleoperation | Python |
| ROS Support (values differ) | — | No |
| Simulation Platforms (values differ) | NVIDIA Isaac Sim (implied via Nvidia partnership) | — |
| Open API (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Reliability | ||
| Deployment Maturity (values differ) | alpha pilot | commercial |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $55,000 USD |
| Price Tier (values differ) | 150K+ | 40-80K |
| Production Pilots (values differ) | Hyundai Metaplant America (Savannah, GA) | — |
| Applications (values differ) | warehouse_transport, assembly, research | hospitality, medical assistance, tour guiding, cooking |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Payload, Payload (Peak), Hand DOF, Arm Reach, Grip Strength, Manipulation Repeatability, Foundation Models, Runtime, Battery Capacity, Charging Time, Charging Method, Avg Power Consumption, Force-Limited Arms, Fall Detection Response, Emergency Stops, Human Detection Method, Safe Speed Near Humans, Air-Gap Capable, MTBF, Task Success Rate, IP Rating, Noise Level, RaaS / Month, Pricing Model, Developer Unit Price, Delivery Lead Time, Warranty
ROI Comparison
Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.
Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | Atlas | Robbyant R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $55,000 |
| Payback period | — | 13.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $195,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +355% |
Atlas has no listed price, so payback can't be computed. Contact the manufacturer for a quote.
Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes Atlas and Robbyant R1?
Atlas is made by Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary), based in US. Robbyant R1 is made by Ant Lingbo Technology, based in CN.
When were Atlas and Robbyant R1 launched?
Atlas launched in 2025. Robbyant R1 launched in 2025.
How do Atlas and Robbyant R1 compare on the Robo Index?
Atlas grades BB on the Robo Index. Robbyant R1 grades AA. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Atlas and Robbyant R1 in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Humanoid on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Humanoid robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Humanoid TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Humanoid TCO: Hardware, Cloud Subscriptions, and the Cost of Teleop Time.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Atlas and Robbyant R1?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Vendor Selection for Humanoids: The 10 Questions You Must Ask.
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Atlas vs Robbyant R1 compares two robots in the humanoid category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Index is calculated.