Asimov 1
Asimov 1 is a 1.2 m, 35 kg humanoid robot built for whole-body control and locomotion research. It is sold as developer-friendly, open hardware that supports sim-to-real policy transfer, raw data collection, and live teleoperation via joystick, code, or an agent. Orders are started with a $499 deposit, with full pricing handled through sales or invoice request.
Key facts
What is Asimov 1?
A developer-friendly, open-hardware humanoid that lets researchers train policies in simulation and run the exact same ones on real hardware.
Who is Asimov 1 best for?
Robotics researchers, embodied-AI and locomotion research labs, universities, and hardware developers/workshops
What are its main limitations?
- Full robot price is not published; only a $499 deposit and sales contact are shown
- Compute, camera/sensor specs, warranty, and return policy appear only as unanswered FAQ questions on the page
- Whether hands are included is unclear from the site text
- Asimov 2 is listed as in progress, suggesting near-term hardware iteration
Limitations are based on product materials or editorial synthesis; confirm on the official site.
When was this information verified?
October 20, 2026
Sources
- Official homepageofficial homepage · Oct 20, 2026
Key features
- ✓1.2 m tall, 35 kg humanoid platform
- ✓5 kg rated lift per arm, up to 15 kg at peak
- ✓Sim-to-real workflow: train a policy in simulation and run the exact same one on the robot
- ✓Raw, unfiltered data collection straight off the robot while it runs
- ✓Live demos and drive control via joystick, your code, or an agent
- ✓Open hardware: step-by-step assembly instructions and a full bill of materials to source your own unit
- ✓Customizable hardware, appearance, and capabilities around a specific use case
- ✓Fast repair through part swaps; assembly and servicing partners in the USA and Singapore
- ✓Worldwide shipping with duties and tariffs covered in most countries
Use cases
- →Whole-body control and locomotion research
- →Training and validating robot learning policies on real hardware
- →Collecting real-world robot data while the unit runs
- →Teleoperated or agent-driven live demos
- →Customizing a humanoid platform for a specific lab or workshop application
Pricing
Asimov 1 deposit
$499 deposit
- · $499 deposit to order Asimov 1
- · Invoice request available for company purchases
- · Full purchase price not published; requires Talk to Sales
No public price list; ordering starts with a $499 deposit and further pricing goes through sales or invoice request.
Pros
- +Designed explicitly for developers: sim-to-real transfer, code and agent control
- +Open hardware with bill of materials and assembly instructions, so owners can repair and extend it
- +Ships worldwide with duties and tariffs covered in most countries
- +Already deployed in real labs and workshops according to the site
Cons
- −Full robot price is not published; only a $499 deposit and sales contact are shown
- −Compute, camera/sensor specs, warranty, and return policy appear only as unanswered FAQ questions on the page
- −Whether hands are included is unclear from the site text
- −Asimov 2 is listed as in progress, suggesting near-term hardware iteration
Positioning
- Core value: A developer-friendly, open-hardware humanoid that lets researchers train policies in simulation and run the exact same ones on real hardware.
- Ideal for: Robotics researchers, embodied-AI and locomotion research labs, universities, and hardware developers/workshops
- Product type: Physical humanoid robot hardware (assembled or DIY kit with published bill of materials)
Frequently asked questions
What is Asimov 1?
Asimov 1 is a 1.2 m tall, 35 kg humanoid robot for whole-body control and locomotion research, described by the maker as the most developer-friendly humanoid.
How much does Asimov 1 cost?
The site does not publish a full price. You order with a $499 deposit, and company purchases can request an invoice or talk to sales.
Can I run my own models on it?
Yes. The site says you can train a policy in simulation and run the exact same policy on the robot, and run your own agents and validate them on real hardware.
Is Asimov 1 open hardware?
Yes. The site provides step-by-step assembly instructions and the full bill of materials so you can assemble, source, and repair your own Asimov 1.
Does Asimov ship worldwide?
Yes. Asimov ships worldwide, with duties and tariffs covered in most countries, and assembly/servicing partners in the USA and Singapore.
Can Asimov be teleoperated?
The site lists live demos driven in real time with a joystick, your code, or an agent, and its FAQ raises teleoperation and robot APIs, though detailed API documentation is not shown in the text.
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