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Origin-M1

Built by AheadForm · China

Updated Jun 2026·methodology
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The Origin-M1 is a Humanoid robot developed by AheadForm (China), launched 2025, priced at $50,000 USD. Key specifications: form factor upper-body-only, mobility stationary, total dof 30, lifting capacity 0 kg.

Robo Index

A

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4 of 10 signals present

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Weighted factors

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Commercial maturity15%85/100
Deployment footprint22%unknown
Proven track record9%unknown
Spec completeness11%100/100
Company financial health15%unknown
Company maturity4%unknown
Manufacturer portfolio4%41/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)15%unknown
Independent recognition3%unknown
Market momentum1%45/100

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Overview

Ultra-bionic humanoid robot bringing virtual characters to physical reality with character-level AI brain and realistic skin.

Flagship features

  • Bridges virtual characters with physical embodiment
  • Designed for emotionally expressive interactions
  • Modular head system for customization
  • Targets researchers in human-robot interaction and AI developers

Buyer decision signals

Viability

est. 2024

Real Elf series AI-powered robots unveiled

Price

$50,000

Availability

prototype

Specifications

Category: Humanoid
Form factor
upper-body-only
Mobility
stationary
Total DOF
30
Lifting capacity
0 kg
Hot-swap battery
No
Onboard compute
NVIDIA Jetson-based on-device NPU + Cloud AI
Sensors
RGB camera
LiDAR
No
F/T sensors
Yes
VLM on-board
Yes
Stair climbing
Yes
Programming
no code gui
ROS 1
Yes
Maturity
prototype
Environments
indoor
Industries
education, healthcare, customer service
Price tier
80-150K
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Founded
2024

Detailed specifications

Other12
Applications
eldercare_assistance,hospitality,research
Sub Category
android
Specs Sources
View Link
Company Country
US
Price On Request
true
Country Of Origin
CHN
Is Research Grade
true
Specs Source Pass
phase_d_detect_enrich
Target Industries
research_academic,retail_service,consumer
Availability Status
prototype
Primary Applications
research_development,service_reception,consumer_companion
Additional Information
- Bridges virtual characters with physical embodiment - Designed for emotionally expressive interactions - Modular head system for customization - Targets researchers in human-robot interaction and AI developers

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Company milestones

  • Jan 2025LaunchReal Elf series AI-powered robots unveiled
  • 2025DeploymentElf Iridium stage performance at Taihu Music Festival
  • 2025LaunchFull-bodied addition to Real Elf series released
  • 2025DeploymentElf-Xuan joins large robot-run gala
  • 2024LaunchAheadForm unveils Origin M1 compact head module
  • 2024DeploymentElf-Xuan appears in Shanghai stage performance
  • 2024MilestoneCompany founded
  • 2024PartnershipAheadForm partners with NetEase Games on Elf-Xuan 2.0 Zero

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Face Robot: AheadForm Origin M1 (Only Head)

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Face Robot: AheadForm Origin M1

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Robot:Origin M1 (under supervision)

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Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Origin-M1?
The Origin-M1 is developed by AheadForm, based in China.
What type of robot is the Origin-M1?
The Origin-M1 is a Humanoid robot made by AheadForm.
How much does the Origin-M1 cost?
The Origin-M1 is priced $50,000 USD.
When was the Origin-M1 launched?
The Origin-M1 was launched in 2025.
What are the key specifications of the Origin-M1?
Key specifications of the Origin-M1: form factor upper-body-only, mobility stationary, total dof 30, lifting capacity 0 kg, hot-swap battery No.

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