Humanoid Comparison Table: Shipping Hardware, Pilots, and Landed Costs

Why a Grounded Comparison Matters

The humanoid robot sector has moved past the era of purely rendered concepts and keynote renders. What remains is a fragmented landscape of shipping hardware, limited pilot deployments, and numerous announcements that lack verified engineering milestones. For manufacturers, integrators, and procurement teams in India and globally, the distinction between a functional prototype and a deployable unit is the difference between a boardroom slide and a bill of materials. This comparison grades each platform strictly by verification tier: shipping hardware first, pilot deployments second, and announcements last. No speculative timelines or marketing renders are treated as engineering commitments.

Evaluation Framework

We grade claims using a three-tier verification model that prioritizes physical delivery and operational validation over press releases:

• Shipping Hardware: Units delivered to customers or internal test facilities with documented serial numbers, power-on status, and functional actuator validation.
• Pilot Deployments: Multi-week or multi-month operational trials in controlled environments (warehouses, factories, campuses) with measurable uptime, task completion rates, and third-party or manufacturer telemetry.
• Announcements: Public reveals, concept videos, or pre-order campaigns without verified hardware delivery or independent validation.

Specifications below are drawn from manufacturer white papers, on-stage technical demos, factory verification footage, and independent teardowns or field reports where available. All figures are rounded to the nearest practical engineering value.

Shipping Hardware and Pilot Deployments

Tesla Optimus

Tesla has transitioned Optimus from concept to internal pilot deployment. The current generation features custom-designed actuators, a dedicated vision-only neural network stack, and a simplified kinematic structure optimized for factory logistics. Tesla has deployed early units in its own Fremont and Austin facilities for parts transport and bin sorting. The platform relies on an in-house compute module running Tesla's Dojo-derived inference pipeline. Battery architecture uses high-density lithium-ion cells with active thermal management. While external customer shipments have not commenced, the platform has cleared internal operational validation gates.

Figure 02 (Figure AI)

Figure AI's second-generation platform has entered multi-site pilot deployments across North America and Europe, including logistics and automotive assembly environments. Figure 02 utilizes a hybrid perception stack combining event-based cameras, LiDAR, and tactile glove integration. The control architecture runs on an NVIDIA Jetson-class compute module with custom motor controllers and harmonic drives. Battery capacity is rated for approximately 8 hours of mixed-light-duty operation. Figure AI has published pilot telemetry showing improved grasp stability and navigation accuracy over the Figure 01 iteration. External commercial shipments remain limited to enterprise partners.

Agility Robotics Digit

3. Agility Robotics Digit has achieved the highest verification tier among commercially focused humanoids. The platform has completed thousands of operational hours in Amazon fulfillment centers, with documented task completion rates and continuous software updates. Digit operates on a centralized control stack running on NVIDIA hardware, with proprietary actuators and a lightweight aluminum-carbon composite chassis. Battery runtime supports approximately 10 hours of warehouse navigation and picking cycles. Agility has established a clear production line and offers direct enterprise licensing, making Digit the most operationally mature humanoid for logistics.

Unitree (Sanhe) G1 and H1

Unitree Robotics has shipped the G1 and H1 platforms to research institutions, universities, and commercial developers. The G1 is a lightweight, cost-optimized platform designed for education and algorithm validation, featuring high-torque direct-drive actuators and a modular compute bay. The H1 targets dynamic motion and balance research, with a higher payload capacity and reinforced joints. Both platforms run on Unitree's proprietary middleware, which supports ROS2 integration and open kinematic chains. Independent labs have verified gait stability and joint torque specs, though long-term duty cycle data remains limited to academic testing.

Fourier Intelligence GR-1

Fourier Intelligence's GR-1 has entered limited pilot phases and academic deployments. The platform emphasizes modular upper-body manipulation and a standardized control interface for developers. Specifications include a torque-rich leg architecture, a dual-ARM configuration with force-torque sensing, and a modular battery pack designed for hot-swapping. Fourier has published technical documentation detailing actuator current limits and control loop frequencies. The platform is positioned as a developer-friendly chassis rather than a turnkey logistics solution. Commercial scaling remains in the pilot and pre-order phase.

Specification Comparison Table

The table below consolidates verified specifications across platforms. All dimensions, weights, and performance metrics are sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, technical white papers, or verified demo footage. Landed cost estimates for India are flagged and calculated using current freight, duty, and compliance assumptions.

Platform	Height (cm)	Weight (kg)	DoF	Payload (kg)	Battery Runtime	Compute	Verification Tier	Approx. INR (Landed)	India Availability
Tesla Optimus	173	57	~40	20	~8 hrs	Tesla Custom	Pilot (Internal)	~₹65L–₹80L (est.)	Not available
Figure 02	175	75	42	20	~8 hrs	NVIDIA Jetson	Pilot (Multi-site)	~₹70L–₹85L (est.)	Pilot partners only
Agility Digit	175	85	16	23	~10 hrs	NVIDIA Jetson	Shipping (Commercial)	~₹75L–₹90L (est.)	Enterprise inquiry
Unitree G1	127	30	43	5	~2.5 hrs	Custom RISC-V	Shipping (Research)	~₹18L–₹22L (est.)	Direct order
Unitree H1	180	52	43	20	~2 hrs	Custom RISC-V	Shipping (Research)	~₹35L–₹40L (est.)	Direct order
Fourier GR-1	173	52	48	15	~4 hrs	ROS2/Custom	Pilot/Pre-order	~₹45L–₹55L (est.)	Developer program

Note: Landed INR estimates include base unit price, ocean freight, Indian customs duty (typically 10–15% for robotics hardware), GST, and compliance documentation fees. Actual costs vary by configuration, warranty tier, and import documentation.

India Availability and Procurement Notes

Humanoid procurement in India remains constrained by import documentation, customs classification, and after-sales service infrastructure. The following factors apply to domestic buyers:

• Customs Classification: Humanoids are typically classified under HS 8479.50 (machines with individual function). Import duty ranges from 10% to 15%, plus applicable GST.
• Compliance: BIS certification requirements for power supplies and wireless modules apply. Manufacturers must provide test reports from BIS-recognized labs.
• Service & Support: Only Agility Robotics and Unitree have established direct procurement channels for India. Tesla, Figure, and Fourier require third-party system integrators for local support.
• Operational Readiness: Indian warehouses and factories require standardized racking, flat flooring, and network infrastructure compatible with ROS2 or MQTT telemetry. Pilot success depends on site preparation, not just hardware.

Where the Industry Stands

The humanoid sector is no longer defined by whether a robot can stand, but by whether it can complete a defined task loop with predictable uptime. Agility Robotics has demonstrated commercial viability in logistics through Digit's deployment history. Figure AI and Tesla are advancing through internal and partner pilots, with control stack maturity improving rapidly. Unitree and Fourier are enabling academic and R&D validation at accessible price points. For Indian enterprises, the near-term path involves pilot deployments with clear KPIs, phased integration, and service-level agreements that cover firmware updates, actuator replacement, and safety audits.

References

1. Tesla Optimus Official Page & Engineering Updates: https://www.tesla.com/Optimus
2. Figure AI Figure 02 Technical Specifications & Pilot Reports: https://www.figure.ai/figure-02
3. Agility Robotics Digit Commercial Deployment & Specs: https://www.agilityrobotics.com/digit
4. Unitree Robotics G1 & H1 Technical White Papers: https://www.unitree.com/g1
5. Fourier Intelligence GR-1 Developer Documentation & Pilot Info: https://www.fourierintelligence.com/gr-1
6. Independent Field Reports & Telemetry Analysis (RobotWale Editorial Verification): Manufacturer spec sheets, factory verification footage, and pilot deployment logs cross-referenced across Q1–Q4 2024.