Optimus vs Q6 V2
Side-by-side comparison of Optimus (Tesla) and Q6 V2 (ideaForge) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- OptimusUnited States
- Q6 V2India
Year First Available
- Optimus2022
- Q6 V22025
Verified Deployments
- Optimus0 Deployments
- Q6 V20 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Optimus$25,000
- Q6 V2$29,693
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Optimus8 hrs
- Q6 V21.2 hrs
Availability Status
- OptimusACTIVE
- Q6 V2ACTIVE
Cross-Category Comparison
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | India |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2022 | 2025 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $25,000 | $29,693 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 8 hrs | 1.2 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
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Frequently asked
Who makes Optimus and Q6 V2?
Optimus is made by Tesla, based in US. Q6 V2 is made by ideaForge, based in IN.
When were Optimus and Q6 V2 launched?
Optimus launched in 2022. Q6 V2 launched in 2025.
How much does Optimus cost compared to Q6 V2?
Optimus is listed at $25,000. Q6 V2 is listed at $29,693.
How do Optimus and Q6 V2 compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Optimus scores 69/100. Q6 V2 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 Optimus and Q6 V2?
Optimus carries up to 68 kg. Q6 V2 carries up to 6 kg.
Are Optimus and Q6 V2 comparable?
Optimus is categorized as Humanoid; Q6 V2 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 Optimus and Q6 V2?
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
Optimus vs Q6 V2 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.