Spot
Built by Boston DynamicsTrending #6 · Q2 2026 · United States· Launched 2015
#1 of 23 ranked Quadruped robots (36 listed)#2 on the Robots list (all categories)
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Overview
Spot is a quadruped robot developed by Boston Dynamics that navigates terrain unsuitable for wheeled vehicles, including stairs, slopes, and rubble. It carries a payload of up to 14 kg and can be equipped with sensor packages, cameras, or robotic arms for inspection and data-collection tasks. The platform is commercially deployed in industrial inspection, construction monitoring, and public safety applications.
Flagship features
- 360° perception capabilities for comprehensive situational awareness
- Autonomous operation with dynamic re-planning and self-righting features
- Over 1,500 units currently deployed in various industries
- Flexible software options to manage fleet operations and data access
- Extensive testing ensures reliability in industrial environments
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At a glance
Specifications
From the makerCheckedEstimated- Industrial inspection
- 300 mm
- 30°
- Slopes
- IP54
- Other
- 12
- 1.5 h
- No
- No
- No
- No
- No
- Outdoor
- Outright purchase
40% of quadruped robots have it
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46% of quadruped robots have it
- 32.5 kg
- 14 kg
- 1.6 m/s
Heavier than 76% of 21 Quadruped robots with this spec
Carries more than 53% of 32 Quadruped robots with this spec
Faster than 25% of 28 Quadruped robots with this spec
Detailed specifications
What it is built for3
- Applications
- inspection,hazardous env,warehouse transport
- mobile robot
- manufacturing,energy,education,government,construction
Size & capacity1
- Height Mm
- 610
Movement & precision3
- 12
- lidar slam,vision
- 1.6
Sensing & perception4
- Camera Count
- 10
- stereo
- lidar,vision
- Yes
Power & runtime2
- Auto Charging
- Yes
- 1
Controls & integration7
- Yes
- Orbit
- Yes
- Software Platform
- Boston Dynamics Spot SDK
- Training Required
- basic_<1day
- wifi,ethernet
- code python,code ros,proprietary app
Safety & certification2
- -20°C to 55°C
- IP54
Buying & support3
- Datasheet Url
- Preview PDF online
- Deployment Count
- 1500
- Availability Status
- available
Other details7
- Standby Time
- 180 mins
- Mounting Area
- 850mm x 240mm x 270mm
- Integrated Arm
- Available as an add-on
- Battery Capacity
- 564 Wh
- Fleet Management
- Yes
- Mounting Interface
- M5 T-slot rails
- Sensor Compatibility
- Additional sensors and hardware to expand functionality
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Company milestones(estimated)
- 2026Deployment2026 Atlas deployments committed to Hyundai and Google DeepMind
- 2026LaunchProduction of redesigned Atlas begins
- Apr 2024LaunchNew electric Atlas announced
- Mar 2021LaunchStretch launched as warehouse automation robot
- Feb 2021LaunchSpot expanded product line revealed
- Feb 2021LaunchSpot Arm launched with expanded Spot product line
- May 2020LaunchSpot launched commercially
- Mar 2019DeploymentHandle warehouse use announced
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Boston Dynamics in the news
the maker8 events · last 12 months
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Spot?
- The Spot is developed by Boston Dynamics, based in United States.
- What type of robot is the Spot?
- The Spot is a Quadruped made by Boston Dynamics.
- How much does the Spot cost?
- The Spot is priced at US$74,500.
- When was the Spot launched?
- The Spot was launched in 2015.
- What are the key specifications of the Spot?
- Key specifications of the Spot: type industrial inspection, weight 32.5 kg, payload 14 kg, top speed 1.6 m/s, step height 300 mm.
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