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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.

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6 of 10 signals present

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Commercial maturity15%80/100
Deployment footprint22%unknown
Proven track record9%30/100
Spec completeness11%100/100
Company financial health15%95/100
Company maturity4%50/100
Manufacturer portfolio4%41/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)15%unknown
Independent recognition3%unknown
Market momentum1%unknown

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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

Deployments

2 known operators across 2 countries

Mercedes-Benz, Jabil

Viability

$350.0M raisedest. 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

Funding raised
$350.0M
Founded
2016

Detailed specifications

Other12
Height Mm
1730
Applications
warehouse_transport,construction
Sub Category
bipedal
Company Country
US
Payload Per Arm
false
Deployment Notes
Commercial pilots with Mercedes-Benz (manufacturing) and GXO Logistics (warehousing).
Country Of Origin
USA
Is Research Grade
false
Target Industries
logistics_3pl,manufacturing
Availability Status
prototype
Primary Applications
logistics_handling
Additional Information
- 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.

Who runs it· deployment evidence

2 on record · none maker-verified yet. Each links to its source — open it and judge.

Verified — maker-confirmedReported — in a public source, not maker-confirmed

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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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