Luna vs Na'vi Shaman
Side-by-side comparison of Luna (LimX Dynamics Technology 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
- LunaChina
- Na'vi ShamanUnited States
Year First Available
- Luna2026
- Na'vi Shaman2017
Verified Deployments
- Luna0 Deployments
- Na'vi Shaman0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Luna4 hrs
- Na'vi Shaman—
Availability Status
- LunaACTIVE
- Na'vi ShamanACTIVE
Physical Form Factor
Weight
- Luna54 kg
- Na'vi Shaman170 kg
Height
- Luna160 mm
- Na'vi Shaman274.3 mm
Mobility Type
- Lunabipedal
- Na'vi Shamanstatic
Humanoid Subtype
- Lunafull bipedal
- Na'vi Shamananthropomorphic torso
Walking Speed
- Luna1.4 m/s
- Na'vi Shaman—
Stair Climbing
- Luna—
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Terrain
- Luna—
- Na'vi Shamanindoor
Payload & Dexterity
Payload
- Luna3 kg
- Na'vi Shaman—
Total DOF
- Luna27
- Na'vi Shaman81
Arm DOF
- Luna5
- Na'vi Shaman9
Bimanual Coordination
- Luna—
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Compute & AI
Onboard Compute
- LunaDual RK3588 (motion + perception)
- Na'vi ShamanCustom control software
VLM Capable
- Luna—
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Foundation Models
- Luna—
- Na'vi Shamanfalse
Imitation Learning
- Luna—
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Programming
- LunaAI task editor (natural language)
- Na'vi ShamanCustom control software
Battery & Power
Runtime
- Luna4 hrs
- Na'vi Shaman16 hrs
Battery Swap
- Luna—
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Software
SDK Languages
- LunaAI task editor (natural language)
- Na'vi ShamanCustom control software
ROS Support
- Luna—
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Open API
- Luna—
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Reliability
Deployment Maturity
- Lunacommercial
- Na'vi Shamanproduction scale
Commercial
Warranty
- Luna1 yrs
- Na'vi Shaman—
Applications
- Luna—
- Na'vi Shamanhospitality
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2026 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 4 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical Form Factor | ||
| Weight (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 54 kg | 170 kg |
| Height (values differ) | 160 mm | 274.3 mm |
| Mobility Type (values differ) | bipedal | static |
| Humanoid Subtype (values differ) | full bipedal | anthropomorphic torso |
| Walking Speed (values differ) | 1.4 m/s | — |
| Stair Climbing (values differ) | — | No |
| Terrain (values differ) | — | indoor |
| Payload & Dexterity | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 3 kg | — |
| Total DOF (values differ) | 27 | 81 |
| Arm DOF (values differ) | 5 | 9 |
| Bimanual Coordination (values differ) | — | No |
| Compute & AI | ||
| Onboard Compute (values differ) | Dual RK3588 (motion + perception) | Custom control software |
| VLM Capable (values differ) | — | No |
| Foundation Models (values differ) | — | false |
| Imitation Learning (values differ) | — | No |
| Programming (values differ) | AI task editor (natural language) | Custom control software |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Runtime (values differ) | 4 hrs | 16 hrs |
| Battery Swap (values differ) | — | No |
| Software | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | AI task editor (natural language) | Custom control software |
| ROS Support (values differ) | — | No |
| Open API (values differ) | — | No |
| Reliability | ||
| Deployment Maturity (values differ) | commercial | production scale |
| Commercial | ||
| Warranty (values differ) | 1 yrs | — |
| Applications (values differ) | — | hospitality |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Running Capable, 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, Price (USD), Price Tier, RaaS / Month, Pricing Model, 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 | Luna | Na'vi Shaman |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Luna, Na'vi Shaman 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 Luna and Na'vi Shaman?
Luna is made by LimX Dynamics Technology Co., Ltd, based in CN. Na'vi Shaman is made by Walt Disney Imagineering, based in US.
When were Luna and Na'vi Shaman launched?
Luna launched in 2026. Na'vi Shaman launched in 2017.
How do Luna and Na'vi Shaman compare on the Robo Index?
Luna grades A 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 Luna 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 Luna 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
Luna 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.