Metalman vs Robbyant R1
Side-by-side comparison of Metalman (Monash University) and Robbyant R1 (Ant Lingbo Technology) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Metalman—
- Robbyant R1China
Year First Available
- Metalman2021
- Robbyant R12025
Verified Deployments
- Metalman0 Deployments
- Robbyant R10 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- MetalmanResearch platform
- Robbyant R1$55,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Metalman800 hrs
- Robbyant R1—
Availability Status
- MetalmanACTIVE
- Robbyant R1ACTIVE
Physical Form Factor
Height
- Metalman—
- Robbyant R1170 mm
Weight
- Metalman1.5 kg
- Robbyant R1110 kg
Walking Speed
- Metalman—
- Robbyant R11.5 m/s
Stair Climbing
- Metalman—
- Robbyant R1No
Terrain
- Metalmanoutdoor
- Robbyant R1flat indoor, uneven outdoor
Payload & Dexterity
Total DOF
- Metalman—
- Robbyant R134
Arm DOF
- Metalman—
- Robbyant R12
Bimanual Coordination
- Metalman—
- Robbyant R1No
Compute & AI
Onboard Compute
- Metalman—
- Robbyant R1MX6800 depth engine chip
VLM Capable
- Metalman—
- Robbyant R1No
Imitation Learning
- Metalman—
- Robbyant R1No
Programming
- Metalman—
- Robbyant R1Open-source
Battery & Power
Runtime
- Metalman800 hrs
- Robbyant R1—
Battery Swap
- Metalman—
- Robbyant R1No
Software
SDK Languages
- Metalman—
- Robbyant R1Python
ROS Support
- Metalman—
- Robbyant R1No
Open API
- Metalman—
- Robbyant R1Yes
Reliability
Deployment Maturity
- Metalman—
- Robbyant R1commercial
IP Rating
- MetalmanIP65
- Robbyant R1—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- MetalmanResearch platform
- Robbyant R1$55,000 USD
Price Tier
- Metalman<10K
- Robbyant R140-80K
Pricing Model
- Metalmanpurchase
- Robbyant R1—
Warranty
- Metalman1 yrs
- Robbyant R1—
Applications
- Metalmantelecommunication, broadcasting, industry, military
- Robbyant R1hospitality, medical assistance, tour guiding, cooking
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2021 | 2025 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Research platform | $55,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 800 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical Form Factor | ||
| Height (values differ) | — | 170 mm |
| Weight (values differ) | 1.5 kg | 110 kg |
| Walking Speed (values differ) | — | 1.5 m/s |
| Stair Climbing (values differ) | — | No |
| Terrain (values differ) | outdoor | flat indoor, uneven outdoor |
| Payload & Dexterity | ||
| Total DOF (values differ) | — | 34 |
| Arm DOF (values differ) | — | 2 |
| Bimanual Coordination (values differ) | — | No |
| Compute & AI | ||
| Onboard Compute (values differ) | — | MX6800 depth engine chip |
| VLM Capable (values differ) | — | No |
| Imitation Learning (values differ) | — | No |
| Programming (values differ) | — | Open-source |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Runtime (values differ) | 800 hrs | — |
| Battery Swap (values differ) | — | No |
| Software | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | — | Python |
| ROS Support (values differ) | — | No |
| Open API (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Reliability | ||
| Deployment Maturity (values differ) | — | commercial |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP65 | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Research platform | $55,000 USD |
| Price Tier (values differ) | <10K | 40-80K |
| Pricing Model (values differ) | purchase | — |
| Warranty (values differ) | 1 yrs | — |
| Applications (values differ) | telecommunication, broadcasting, industry, military | hospitality, medical assistance, tour guiding, cooking |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Mobility Type, Humanoid Subtype, Running Capable, Payload, Payload (Peak), Hand DOF, Arm Reach, Grip Strength, Manipulation Repeatability, Tool Use, Compute Platform, Foundation Models, 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, 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 | Metalman | Robbyant R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $55,000 |
| Payback period | — | 13.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $195,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +355% |
Metalman 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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes Metalman and Robbyant R1?
Metalman is made by Monash University. Robbyant R1 is made by Ant Lingbo Technology, based in CN.
When were Metalman and Robbyant R1 launched?
Metalman launched in 2021. Robbyant R1 launched in 2025.
How do Metalman and Robbyant R1 compare on the Robo Index?
Metalman grades BB on the Robo Index. Robbyant R1 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 Metalman and Robbyant R1 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 Metalman and Robbyant R1?
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
Metalman vs Robbyant R1 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.