Atlas vs RoboThespian 3
Side-by-side comparison of Atlas (Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary)) and RoboThespian 3 (Engineered Arts) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AtlasUnited States
- RoboThespian 3United Kingdom
Year First Available
- Atlas2025
- RoboThespian 32016
Verified Deployments
- Atlas0 Deployments
- RoboThespian 30 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- AtlasACTIVE
- RoboThespian 3ACTIVE
Physical Form Factor
Weight
- Atlas—
- RoboThespian 333 kg
Height
- Atlas175.26 mm
- RoboThespian 3175 mm
Mobility Type
- Atlasbipedal
- RoboThespian 3bipedal
Humanoid Subtype
- Atlasfull bipedal
- RoboThespian 3full bipedal
Running Capable
- Atlasrun capable
- RoboThespian 3—
Stair Climbing
- Atlasproduction ready
- RoboThespian 3No
Terrain
- Atlasflat_indoor, mild_incline, rough_indoor
- RoboThespian 3flat indoor
Payload & Dexterity
Total DOF
- Atlas—
- RoboThespian 326
Bimanual Coordination
- Atlas—
- RoboThespian 3No
Tool Use
- Atlasvendor demo
- RoboThespian 3—
Compute & AI
Onboard Compute
- AtlasPowered by Nvidia advanced microchips (unspecified generation)
- RoboThespian 3Intel dual-core CPU, multiple Marvell and Parallax microcontrollers, external Intel Core i7 control unit
Compute Platform
- AtlasNVIDIA (unspecified chipset, described as 'advanced microchips')
- RoboThespian 3—
VLM Capable
- Atlas—
- RoboThespian 3No
Imitation Learning
- Atlasmulti task
- RoboThespian 3No
Teleoperation
- Atlasvr_headset, full_body_suit
- RoboThespian 3—
Programming
- Atlascode_ros, teleoperation
- RoboThespian 3Python scripting and API support
Battery & Power
Battery Swap
- Atlas—
- RoboThespian 3No
Safety
Fall Recovery
- AtlasYes
- RoboThespian 3—
Software
SDK Languages
- Atlascode_ros, teleoperation
- RoboThespian 3Python
ROS Support
- Atlas—
- RoboThespian 3No
Simulation Platforms
- AtlasNVIDIA Isaac Sim (implied via Nvidia partnership)
- RoboThespian 3—
Open API
- Atlas—
- RoboThespian 3Yes
Reliability
Deployment Maturity
- Atlasalpha pilot
- RoboThespian 3commercial
Commercial
Price Tier
- Atlas150K+
- RoboThespian 3—
Warranty
- Atlas—
- RoboThespian 31 yrs
Production Pilots
- AtlasHyundai Metaplant America (Savannah, GA)
- RoboThespian 3—
Applications
- Atlaswarehouse_transport, assembly, research
- RoboThespian 3entertainment, education
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | United Kingdom |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2025 | 2016 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical Form Factor | ||
| Weight (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | — | 33 kg |
| Height (values differ) | 175.26 mm | 175 mm |
| Mobility Type | bipedal | bipedal |
| Humanoid Subtype | full bipedal | full bipedal |
| Running Capable (values differ) | run capable | — |
| Stair Climbing (values differ) | production ready | No |
| Terrain (values differ) | flat_indoor, mild_incline, rough_indoor | flat indoor |
| Payload & Dexterity | ||
| Total DOF (values differ) | — | 26 |
| Bimanual Coordination (values differ) | — | No |
| Tool Use (values differ) | vendor demo | — |
| Compute & AI | ||
| Onboard Compute (values differ) | Powered by Nvidia advanced microchips (unspecified generation) | Intel dual-core CPU, multiple Marvell and Parallax microcontrollers, external Intel Core i7 control unit |
| 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 | Python scripting and API support |
| 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 Tier (values differ) | 150K+ | — |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 1 yrs |
| Production Pilots (values differ) | Hyundai Metaplant America (Savannah, GA) | — |
| Applications (values differ) | warehouse_transport, assembly, research | entertainment, education |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, Walking Speed, Payload, Payload (Peak), Arm DOF, 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, Price (USD), RaaS / Month, Pricing Model, Developer Unit Price, Delivery Lead Time
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 | RoboThespian 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Atlas, RoboThespian 3 have 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 RoboThespian 3?
Atlas is made by Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary), based in US. RoboThespian 3 is made by Engineered Arts, based in GB.
When were Atlas and RoboThespian 3 launched?
Atlas launched in 2025. RoboThespian 3 launched in 2016.
How do Atlas and RoboThespian 3 compare on the Robo Score?
Atlas scores 43.2 on the Robo Score. RoboThespian 3 scores 68.4. The Robo Score is a 0–100 credibility figure blending commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Atlas and RoboThespian 3 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 RoboThespian 3?
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 RoboThespian 3 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 Score is calculated.