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Apollo

Built by Apptronik · United States

Updated May 2026·methodology
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The Apollo is a Humanoid robot developed by Apptronik (United States), launched 2023, listed at $30,000 USD (unverified). Key specifications: form factor full bipedal, height 173 cm, weight 73 kg, mobility bipedal.

RoboScore

54.2/ 100

Adequate evidence

No confirmed deployment on record — this score reflects the rest of the record, not verified adoption.

6 of 9 signals present

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Weighted factors

average of the 6 scored · blanks don't count

Commercial maturity15%80/100
Deployment footprint23%unknown
Proven track record9%30/100
Spec completeness11%91/100
Company financial health15%95/100
Company maturity4%50/100
Manufacturer portfolio5%41/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)15%unknown
Independent recognition3%unknown

Ranked #104 of 209 in the Humanoid standing.

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Where it has stood41 days · best #58 · worst #104
#1 · started #67#209

Nothing changed about Apollo itself — these days are its maker's news:

  • 7 Aug Its maker's news lifted the score 0.88 — the board noticed.

One reading per day since 3 Aug, when the current ordering began. The rank above is the reading for 12 Sept, taken against 209 robots — the standing itself is live, so a robot added since then counts there and not here yet.

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Overview

Apollo is the first commercial humanoid robot designed for friendly interaction, mass manufacturability, high payloads and safety. Developed from Apptronik's experience building over 10 previous robots including NASA's Valkyrie, Apollo will operate in warehouses and manufacturing plants in the near term, eventually extending into construction, oil and gas, electronics production, retail, home delivery, elder care and countless more areas. The robot features a human-like body shape and size enabling it to navigate human spaces and use tools and equipment.

Flagship features

  • Built on NASA-developed technology for actuator systems
  • Modular design allows for various end-effector attachments
  • 500-unit contract with global automotive supplier
  • High-performance actuators enable excellent force control

Buyer decision signals

Viability

US$870.0M raised in 2 confirmed roundsest. 2016

Jabil collaboration announced

Price

$30,000

raas

Unverified — no source on record

Availability

prototype

Specifications

Category: Humanoid
Form factor
full bipedal
Height
173 cm
Weight
73 kg
Mobility
bipedal
Walking speed
2.5 m/s
Total DOF
30
Payload
24.95 kg
Lifting capacity
25 kg
Battery
4 h
Hot-swap battery
Yes
Sensors
IMU, Image Sensors
Maturity
alpha pilot
Environments
indoor
Industries
3PL, Retail, Manufacturing
Price tier
20-40K
Pricing model
raas
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Confirmed funding
US$870.0M· 2 rounds
Founded
2016

Detailed specifications

What it is built for4
Applications
warehouse transport,construction
Sub Category
bipedal
Target Industries
logistics 3pl,manufacturing
Primary Applications
logistics handling
Size & capacity2
Height Mm
1730
Payload Per Arm
false
Buying & support3
Country Of Origin
USA
Is Research Grade
false
Availability Status
prototype

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Company milestones

  • Feb 2025PartnershipJabil collaboration announced
  • Feb 2025PartnershipApptronik and Jabil announce Apollo production collaboration
  • Feb 2025FundingSeries A financing
  • Mar 2024PartnershipMercedes-Benz commercial agreement
  • Mar 2024PartnershipApptronik and Mercedes-Benz commercial agreement
  • Aug 2023LaunchApollo unveiled
  • 2024DeploymentFirst publicly announced commercial Apollo deployment
  • 2016MilestoneFounded at UT Austin

More videos

Apollo Tote Picking

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Apollo spinning introduction

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Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Apollo?
The Apollo is developed by Apptronik, based in United States.
What type of robot is the Apollo?
The Apollo is a Humanoid robot made by Apptronik.
How much does the Apollo cost?
The Apollo is listed at $30,000 USD in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure is unverified and not confirmed by Apptronik — contact them for a quote.
When was the Apollo launched?
The Apollo was launched in 2023.
What are the key specifications of the Apollo?
Key specifications of the Apollo: form factor full bipedal, height 173 cm, weight 73 kg, mobility bipedal, walking speed 2.5 m/s.

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