Luna vs Robert
Side-by-side comparison of Luna (LimX Dynamics Technology Co., Ltd) and Robert (VKF Renzel) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- LunaChina
- RobertSwitzerland
Year First Available
- Luna2026
- Robert—
Verified Deployments
- Luna0 Deployments
- Robert0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Luna4 hrs
- Robert5 hrs
Availability Status
- LunaACTIVE
- RobertACTIVE
Physical Form Factor
Height
- Luna160 mm
- Robert178 mm
Weight
- Luna54 kg
- Robert0.3 kg
Mobility Type
- Lunabipedal
- Robertstatic
Humanoid Subtype
- Lunafull bipedal
- Robertfull bipedal
Walking Speed
- Luna1.4 m/s
- Robert—
Terrain
- Luna—
- Robertindoor
Payload & Dexterity
Payload
- Luna3 kg
- Robert—
Total DOF
- Luna27
- Robert—
Arm DOF
- Luna5
- Robert—
Compute & AI
Onboard Compute
- LunaDual RK3588 (motion + perception)
- Robert—
Programming
- LunaAI task editor (natural language)
- Robertproprietary_app
Battery & Power
Runtime
- Luna4 hrs
- Robert5 hrs
Software
SDK Languages
- LunaAI task editor (natural language)
- Robertproprietary_app
Reliability
Deployment Maturity
- Lunacommercial
- Robert—
Commercial
Price Tier
- Luna—
- Robert<10K
Pricing Model
- Luna—
- Robertpurchase
Delivery Lead Time
- Luna—
- Robert1 mo
Warranty
- Luna1 yrs
- Robert—
Applications
- Luna—
- Robertconsumer_companion
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | Switzerland |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2026 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 4 hrs | 5 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical Form Factor | ||
| Height (values differ) | 160 mm | 178 mm |
| Weight (values differ) | 54 kg | 0.3 kg |
| Mobility Type (values differ) | bipedal | static |
| Humanoid Subtype | full bipedal | full bipedal |
| Walking Speed (values differ) | 1.4 m/s | — |
| Terrain (values differ) | — | indoor |
| Payload & Dexterity | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 3 kg | — |
| Total DOF (values differ) | 27 | — |
| Arm DOF (values differ) | 5 | — |
| Compute & AI | ||
| Onboard Compute (values differ) | Dual RK3588 (motion + perception) | — |
| Programming (values differ) | AI task editor (natural language) | proprietary_app |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Runtime (values differ) | 4 hrs | 5 hrs |
| Software | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | AI task editor (natural language) | proprietary_app |
| Reliability | ||
| Deployment Maturity (values differ) | commercial | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price Tier (values differ) | — | <10K |
| Pricing Model (values differ) | — | purchase |
| Delivery Lead Time (values differ) | — | 1 mo |
| Warranty (values differ) | 1 yrs | — |
| Applications (values differ) | — | consumer_companion |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Running Capable, Stair Climbing, Payload (Peak), Hand DOF, 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, ROS Support, Simulation Platforms, Open API, Air-Gap Capable, MTBF, Task Success Rate, IP Rating, Noise Level, Price (USD), RaaS / Month, Developer Unit Price, 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 | Robert |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Luna, Robert 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 Robert?
Luna is made by LimX Dynamics Technology Co., Ltd, based in CN. Robert is made by VKF Renzel, based in CH.
How do Luna and Robert compare on the Robo Index?
Luna grades A on the Robo Index. Robert grades A. 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 Robert 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 Robert?
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 Robert 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.