Darwin-OP vs Helixar Atlas HX-1
Side-by-side comparison of Darwin-OP (ROBOTIS Co., Ltd.) and Helixar Atlas HX-1 (Helixar Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
Optimize comparison for buyer
Optimized for Hospitality & F&B buyers. Priority specs lifted to the top and marked with a target.
Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Darwin-OPSouth Korea
- Helixar Atlas HX-1United States
Year First Available
- Darwin-OP2010
- Helixar Atlas HX-12024
Verified Deployments
- Darwin-OP0 Deployments
- Helixar Atlas HX-10 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Darwin-OP$12,000 USD
- Helixar Atlas HX-1Contact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Darwin-OP0.5 hrs
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Availability Status
- Darwin-OPACTIVE
- Helixar Atlas HX-1ACTIVE
Physical Form Factor
Weight
- Darwin-OP9.1 kg
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Height
- Darwin-OP45.72 cm
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Mobility Type
- Darwin-OPbipedal
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Humanoid Subtype
- Darwin-OPfull bipedal
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Walking Speed
- Darwin-OP0.2 m/s
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Stair Climbing
- Darwin-OPNo
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Terrain
- Darwin-OPflat indoor
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Payload & Dexterity
Total DOF
- Darwin-OP20
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Arm DOF
- Darwin-OP3
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Bimanual Coordination
- Darwin-OPNo
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Compute & AI
Onboard Compute
- Darwin-OPIntel Atom N2600 @1.6 GHz dual core
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
VLM Capable
- Darwin-OPNo
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Foundation Models
- Darwin-OPfalse
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Imitation Learning
- Darwin-OPNo
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Programming
- Darwin-OPcode_python, code_ros
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Battery & Power
Runtime
- Darwin-OP0.5 hrs
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Battery Swap
- Darwin-OPNo
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Software
SDK Languages
- Darwin-OPC++
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
ROS Support
- Darwin-OPYes
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Open API
- Darwin-OPYes
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Reliability
Deployment Maturity
- Darwin-OPcommercial
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Darwin-OP$12,000 USD
- Helixar Atlas HX-1Contact for quote
Price Tier
- Darwin-OP10-20K
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Pricing Model
- Darwin-OPpurchase
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Warranty
- Darwin-OP1 yrs
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
Applications
- Darwin-OPeducation, research
- Helixar Atlas HX-1—
| ||
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | South Korea | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2010 | 2024 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $12,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 0.5 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical Form Factor | ||
| Weight (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 9.1 kg | — |
| Height (values differ) | 45.72 cm | — |
| Mobility Type (values differ) | bipedal | — |
| Humanoid Subtype (values differ) | full bipedal | — |
| Walking Speed (values differ) | 0.2 m/s | — |
| Stair Climbing (values differ) | No | — |
| Terrain (values differ) | flat indoor | — |
| Payload & Dexterity | ||
| Total DOF (values differ) | 20 | — |
| Arm DOF (values differ) | 3 | — |
| Bimanual Coordination (values differ) | No | — |
| Compute & AI | ||
| Onboard Compute (values differ) | Intel Atom N2600 @1.6 GHz dual core | — |
| VLM Capable (values differ) | No | — |
| Foundation Models (values differ) | false | — |
| Imitation Learning (values differ) | No | — |
| Programming (values differ) | code_python, code_ros | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Runtime (values differ) | 0.5 hrs | — |
| Battery Swap (values differ) | No | — |
| Software | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | C++ | — |
| ROS Support (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Open API (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Reliability | ||
| Deployment Maturity (values differ) | commercial | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $12,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Price Tier (values differ) | 10-20K | — |
| Pricing Model (values differ) | purchase | — |
| Warranty (values differ) | 1 yrs | — |
| Applications (values differ) | education, research | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Running Capable, Payload, Payload (Peak), Hand DOF, Arm Reach, Grip Strength, Manipulation Repeatability, Tool Use, Compute Platform, Teleoperation, Battery Capacity, Charging Time, Charging Method, Avg Power Consumption, Force-Limited Arms, Fall Recovery, Fall Detection Response, Emergency Stops, Human Detection Method, Safe Speed Near Humans, Simulation Platforms, Air-Gap Capable, MTBF, Task Success Rate, IP Rating, Noise Level, RaaS / Month, Developer Unit Price, Delivery Lead Time, Production Pilots
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 | Darwin-OP | Helixar Atlas HX-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $12,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 2.9 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $238,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +1983% | — |
Helixar Atlas HX-1 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 Darwin-OP and Helixar Atlas HX-1?
Darwin-OP is made by ROBOTIS Co., Ltd., based in KR. Helixar Atlas HX-1 is made by Helixar Robotics, based in US.
When were Darwin-OP and Helixar Atlas HX-1 launched?
Darwin-OP launched in 2010. Helixar Atlas HX-1 launched in 2024.
How do Darwin-OP and Helixar Atlas HX-1 compare on the Robo Index?
Darwin-OP grades AA on the Robo Index. Helixar Atlas HX-1 grades B. 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 Darwin-OP and Helixar Atlas HX-1 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 Darwin-OP and Helixar Atlas HX-1?
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.
Going deeper — picking the right robot
Humanoid TCO: Hardware, Cloud Subscriptions, and the Cost of Teleop Time
8 min readHumanoid Robots
Vendor Selection for Humanoids: The 10 Questions You Must Ask
10 min readHumanoid Robots
Running a Humanoid Pilot: Scope, Success Criteria, and Exit Options
9 min readHumanoid Robots
Build vs buy vs lease: which model fits a first deployment
8 min readChoosing Your First Robot
The hidden specs vendors hope you'll miss
10 min readReading the Spec Sheet
Want to be notified when specs or pricing change for these robots? Drop your email.
Other comparisons
About this comparison
Darwin-OP vs Helixar Atlas HX-1 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.