Jules vs ZOLT
Side-by-side comparison of Jules (Hanson Robotics) and ZOLT (ideaForge) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- JulesHong Kong
- ZOLTIndia
Year First Available
- Jules2006
- ZOLT2025
Verified Deployments
- Jules0 Deployments
- ZOLT0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Jules$150,000
- ZOLT$155
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Jules2 hrs
- ZOLT6 hrs
Availability Status
- JulesACTIVE
- ZOLTACTIVE
Cross-Category Comparison
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Hong Kong | India |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2006 | 2025 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $150,000 | $155 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 2 hrs | 6 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
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Frequently asked
Who makes Jules and ZOLT?
Jules is made by Hanson Robotics, based in HK. ZOLT is made by ideaForge, based in IN.
When were Jules and ZOLT launched?
Jules launched in 2006. ZOLT launched in 2025.
How much does Jules cost compared to ZOLT?
Jules is listed at $150,000. ZOLT is listed at $155.
How do Jules and ZOLT compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Jules scores 68/100. ZOLT scores 68/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
What is the payload difference between Jules and ZOLT?
Jules carries up to 5 kg. ZOLT carries up to 10 kg.
Are Jules and ZOLT comparable?
Jules is categorized as Humanoid; ZOLT as Aerial. The Product Score is calculated per category, so the absolute scores reflect their respective category tiers.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Humanoid And Aerial robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Humanoid And Aerial 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 ZOLT?
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 ZOLT compares two robots in the humanoid and aerial categories. 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.