Jules vs RoboThespian
Side-by-side comparison of Jules (Hanson Robotics) and RoboThespian (Engineered Arts) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- JulesHong Kong
- RoboThespianUnited Kingdom
Year First Available
- Jules2006
- RoboThespian2011
Verified Deployments
- Jules0 Deployments
- RoboThespian0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Jules$150,000
- RoboThespian$88,000
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Jules2 hrs
- RoboThespian—
Availability Status
- JulesACTIVE
- RoboThespianACTIVE
Physical Form Factor
Height
- Jules1905 mm
- RoboThespian1775 mm
Weight
- Jules75 kg
- RoboThespian44 kg
Mobility Type
- Julesbipedal
- RoboThespianbipedal
Humanoid Subtype
- Julesfull bipedal
- RoboThespianfull bipedal
Walking Speed
- Jules0.3 m/s
- RoboThespian—
Terrain
- Julesboth
- RoboThespianboth
Payload & Dexterity
Payload
- Jules5 kg
- RoboThespian—
Total DOF
- Jules28
- RoboThespian27
Arm DOF
- Jules7
- RoboThespian—
Hand DOF
- Jules4
- RoboThespian—
Compute & AI
Onboard Compute
- JulesNVIDIA Jetson AGX Xavier
- RoboThespianTritium
Programming
- Julescode_python, code_ros, no_code_gui
- RoboThespiantouchscreen, web browser, API
Battery & Power
Runtime
- Jules2 hrs
- RoboThespian—
Software
SDK Languages
- Julescode_python, code_ros, no_code_gui
- RoboThespiantouchscreen, web browser, API
ROS Support
- JulesYes
- RoboThespian—
Open API
- JulesYes
- RoboThespianYes
Reliability
IP Rating
- JulesIP54
- RoboThespian—
Deployment Maturity
- Julescommercial
- RoboThespiancommercial
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Jules$150,000
- RoboThespian$88,000
Price Tier
- Jules150K+
- RoboThespian—
Pricing Model
- Julespurchase
- RoboThespian—
Warranty
- Jules3 yrs
- RoboThespian1 yrs
Applications
- Julesresearch
- RoboThespianentertainment, education, corporate events, exhibitions
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Hong Kong | United Kingdom |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2006 | 2011 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $150,000 | $88,000 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 2 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical Form Factor | ||
| Height (values differ) | 1905 mm | 1775 mm |
| Weight (values differ) | 75 kg | 44 kg |
| Mobility Type | bipedal | bipedal |
| Humanoid Subtype | full bipedal | full bipedal |
| Walking Speed (values differ) | 0.3 m/s | — |
| Terrain | both | both |
| Payload & Dexterity | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 5 kg | — |
| Total DOF (values differ) | 28 | 27 |
| Arm DOF (values differ) | 7 | — |
| Hand DOF (values differ) | 4 | — |
| Compute & AI | ||
| Onboard Compute (values differ) | NVIDIA Jetson AGX Xavier | Tritium |
| Programming (values differ) | code_python, code_ros, no_code_gui | touchscreen, web browser, API |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Runtime (values differ) | 2 hrs | — |
| Software | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | code_python, code_ros, no_code_gui | touchscreen, web browser, API |
| ROS Support (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Open API | Yes | Yes |
| Reliability | ||
| IP Rating (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Deployment Maturity | commercial | commercial |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $150,000 | $88,000 |
| Price Tier (values differ) | 150K+ | — |
| Pricing Model (values differ) | purchase | — |
| Warranty (values differ) | 3 yrs | 1 yrs |
| Applications (values differ) | research | entertainment, education, corporate events, exhibitions |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Running Capable, Stair Climbing, Payload (Peak), Arm Reach, Grip Strength, Manipulation Repeatability, Bimanual Coordination, Tool Use, Compute Platform, VLM Capable, Foundation Models, Imitation Learning, Teleoperation, Battery Capacity, Charging Time, Charging Method, Battery Swap, 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, Noise Level, RaaS / Month, Developer Unit Price, Delivery Lead Time, Production Pilots
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Frequently asked
Who makes Jules and RoboThespian?
Jules is made by Hanson Robotics, based in HK. RoboThespian is made by Engineered Arts, based in GB.
When were Jules and RoboThespian launched?
Jules launched in 2006. RoboThespian launched in 2011.
How much does Jules cost compared to RoboThespian?
Jules is listed at $150,000. RoboThespian is listed at $88,000.
How do Jules and RoboThespian compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Jules scores 68/100. RoboThespian scores 60/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Jules and RoboThespian 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 Jules and RoboThespian?
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
Jules vs RoboThespian 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 Robolist Product Score is calculated.