Darwin-OP vs Na'vi Shaman
Side-by-side comparison of Darwin-OP (ROBOTIS Co., Ltd.) and Na'vi Shaman (Walt Disney Imagineering) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Darwin-OPSouth Korea
- Na'vi ShamanUnited States
Year First Available
- Darwin-OP2010
- Na'vi Shaman2017
Verified Deployments
- Darwin-OP0 Deployments
- Na'vi Shaman0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Darwin-OP$12,000 USD
- Na'vi ShamanContact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Darwin-OP0.5 hrs
- Na'vi Shaman—
Availability Status
- Darwin-OPACTIVE
- Na'vi ShamanACTIVE
Physical Form Factor
Weight
- Darwin-OP9.1 kg
- Na'vi Shaman170 kg
Height
- Darwin-OP45.72 cm
- Na'vi Shaman274.3 mm
Mobility Type
- Darwin-OPbipedal
- Na'vi Shamanstatic
Humanoid Subtype
- Darwin-OPfull bipedal
- Na'vi Shamananthropomorphic torso
Walking Speed
- Darwin-OP0.2 m/s
- Na'vi Shaman—
Stair Climbing
- Darwin-OPNo
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Terrain
- Darwin-OPflat indoor
- Na'vi Shamanindoor
Payload & Dexterity
Total DOF
- Darwin-OP20
- Na'vi Shaman81
Arm DOF
- Darwin-OP3
- Na'vi Shaman9
Bimanual Coordination
- Darwin-OPNo
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Compute & AI
Onboard Compute
- Darwin-OPIntel Atom N2600 @1.6 GHz dual core
- Na'vi ShamanCustom control software
VLM Capable
- Darwin-OPNo
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Foundation Models
- Darwin-OPfalse
- Na'vi Shamanfalse
Imitation Learning
- Darwin-OPNo
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Programming
- Darwin-OPcode_python, code_ros
- Na'vi ShamanCustom control software
Battery & Power
Runtime
- Darwin-OP0.5 hrs
- Na'vi Shaman16 hrs
Battery Swap
- Darwin-OPNo
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Software
SDK Languages
- Darwin-OPC++
- Na'vi ShamanCustom control software
ROS Support
- Darwin-OPYes
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Open API
- Darwin-OPYes
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Reliability
Deployment Maturity
- Darwin-OPcommercial
- Na'vi Shamanproduction scale
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Darwin-OP$12,000 USD
- Na'vi ShamanContact for quote
Price Tier
- Darwin-OP10-20K
- Na'vi Shaman—
Pricing Model
- Darwin-OPpurchase
- Na'vi Shaman—
Warranty
- Darwin-OP1 yrs
- Na'vi Shaman—
Applications
- Darwin-OPeducation, research
- Na'vi Shamanhospitality
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | South Korea | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2010 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $12,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 0.5 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical Form Factor | ||
| Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 9.1 kg | 170 kg |
| Height (values differ) | 45.72 cm | 274.3 mm |
| Mobility Type (values differ) | bipedal | static |
| Humanoid Subtype (values differ) | full bipedal | anthropomorphic torso |
| Walking Speed (values differ) | 0.2 m/s | — |
| Stair Climbing | No | No |
| Terrain (values differ) | flat indoor | indoor |
| Payload & Dexterity | ||
| Total DOF (values differ) | 20 | 81 |
| Arm DOF (values differ) | 3 | 9 |
| Bimanual Coordination | No | No |
| Compute & AI | ||
| Onboard Compute (values differ) | Intel Atom N2600 @1.6 GHz dual core | Custom control software |
| VLM Capable | No | No |
| Foundation Models | false | false |
| Imitation Learning | No | No |
| Programming (values differ) | code_python, code_ros | Custom control software |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Runtime (values differ) | 0.5 hrs | 16 hrs |
| Battery Swap | No | No |
| Software | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | C++ | Custom control software |
| ROS Support (values differ) | Yes | No |
| Open API (values differ) | Yes | No |
| Reliability | ||
| Deployment Maturity (values differ) | commercial | production scale |
| 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 | hospitality |
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 | Na'vi Shaman |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $12,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 2.9 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $238,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +1983% | — |
Na'vi Shaman 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 Na'vi Shaman?
Darwin-OP is made by ROBOTIS Co., Ltd., based in KR. Na'vi Shaman is made by Walt Disney Imagineering, based in US.
When were Darwin-OP and Na'vi Shaman launched?
Darwin-OP launched in 2010. Na'vi Shaman launched in 2017.
How do Darwin-OP and Na'vi Shaman compare on the Robo Index?
Darwin-OP grades AA on the Robo Index. Na'vi Shaman 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 Darwin-OP and Na'vi Shaman 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 Na'vi Shaman?
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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About this comparison
Darwin-OP vs Na'vi Shaman 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.