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Green cells flag numeric leaders, while AI, sensors, and capability rows keep the real buying tradeoffs visible.

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Sources and record checks

Record checks are not independent testing or confirmation of every claim. Official sites provide manufacturer context; source context explains the record.

NEO

Record last checked: 2026-07-09

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Stretch 4

Record last checked: 2026-05-13

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Stretch 3

Record last checked: 2026-05-26

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LeRobot Humanoid

Record last checked: 2026-05-25

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Each row compares one spec across your shortlist. Green marks the best value.
NEO NEO Stretch 4 Stretch 4 Stretch 3 Stretch 3 LeRobot Humanoid LeRobot Humanoid

Price

NEO
$20,000 USD
Price details

$20,000 Early Access ownership with priority delivery in 2026; $499/month subscription ships later; $200 refundable deposit due today; U.S. deliveries start 2026.

Stretch 4
$29,950 USD
Price details

$29,950 list price; available now for research/enterprise buyers and in-home assistive pilot deployments

Stretch 3
$24,950 USD
Price details

$24,950 list price (quote / purchase-order flow)

LeRobot Humanoid
$2,636 USD
Price details

Self-sourced hardware BOM estimate, not a retail price; official materials describe the current bipedal platform as around $2,500 in parts and the hardware BOM totals $2,635.84 before shipping, taxes, duties, tools beyond the listed basics, or builder labor.

Height

NEO
167cm
Stretch 4
160cm
Stretch 3
141cm
LeRobot Humanoid
Not officially disclosed

Weight

NEO
30kg
Stretch 4
46kg (33kg with ballast removed for transport)
Stretch 3
24.5kg
LeRobot Humanoid
Not officially disclosed

Battery Life

NEO
~4 hours
Stretch 4
8 hours (light CPU load)
Stretch 3
2–5 hours
LeRobot Humanoid
Not officially disclosed

Max Speed

NEO
Max run speed 6.2 m/s; walking speed 1.4 m/s
Stretch 4
Not officially disclosed
Stretch 3
Not disclosed
LeRobot Humanoid
Not officially disclosed

AI

NEO
1X Embodied Intelligence
Stretch 4
Open-source ROS 2 and Python SDK with reference autonomy demos for mapping, navigation, 3D SLAM, data collection, and VLM grasping; IEEE Spectrum reports Intel NUC 15 plus NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX onboard compute.
Stretch 3
Open-source autonomy stack (ROS 2 + Python SDK)
LeRobot Humanoid
LeRobot-compatible runtime, MuJoCo simulation controller, MJLab reinforcement-learning training environments, ONNX/Torch policy execution, and simulation-parameter identification tools

Sensors

NEO
RGB Cameras, Depth Sensors, Tactile Skin, Microphone Array
Stretch 4
Wide-FOV depth sensing, High-resolution RGB cameras, Calibrated RGB + depth perception, Floor hazard sensing, Pair of hemispherical LiDARs, Luxonis vision/navigation cameras, Wrist-mounted depth camera
Stretch 3
Intel D405 RGBD Camera (gripper), Intel D435if RGBD Camera (head), Wide-Angle RGB Camera (head), Navigation Laser (LiDAR), Microphone Array, High Accuracy Base IMU, ArUco Fingertip Markers
LeRobot Humanoid
BNO055 or BNO085 IMU, Joint/motor state feedback from RobStride actuators

Connectivity

NEO
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 5G
Stretch 4
Stretch 3
Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth, Ethernet, USB
LeRobot Humanoid
Dual CAN FD motor bus, USB CAN FD adapter

Status

NEO
Pre-order
Stretch 4
Available
Stretch 3
Active
LeRobot Humanoid
Prototype

Category

NEO
Humanoid
Stretch 4
Home Assistants
Stretch 3
Home Assistants
LeRobot Humanoid
Research
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Charging Time

NEO
Not disclosed
Stretch 4
Not officially disclosed
Stretch 3
Not disclosed
LeRobot Humanoid
Not disclosed

Degrees of Freedom

NEO
N/A
Stretch 4
N/A
Stretch 3
N/A
LeRobot Humanoid
N/A

Voice Assistants

NEO
None
Stretch 4
None
Stretch 3
None
LeRobot Humanoid
None

Manufacturer

NEO
1X Technologies
Stretch 4
Hello Robot
Stretch 3
Hello Robot
LeRobot Humanoid
Hugging Face LeRobot

Capabilities

NEO

Adaptive LearningGentle ManipulationHousehold ChoresSafe Human InteractionTidying Up

Stretch 4

3D SLAM55cm + 6cm Wrist ReachAssistive Teleoperation and Pilot DeploymentsAutonomous Mapping and NavigationData Collection ToolsMobile ManipulationOmnidirectional Indoor MobilityOpen-Source Software PlatformQuick-Release ToolingSelf ChargingVLM Grasping Demos

Stretch 3

10 DOF total (2 base + lift + telescoping arm + 3-DOF wrist + gripper + 2-DOF head)2kg PayloadAssistive CareAutonomous NavigationDexterous Teleop Kit (accessory)Embodied AI Research PlatformFloor-to-Cabinet ReachMobile ManipulationOpen Source SoftwareTeleoperation (Web / Gamepad / Dexterous)

LeRobot Humanoid

Calibration, safety checks, state reading, and motor command toolingDIY assembly from 3D-printed parts and off-the-shelf componentsLeRobot data-collection and robot-learning integrationMJLab locomotion-policy trainingOpen-source bipedal humanoid research platformRepairable and modifiable hardware for robot-learning experimentsSimulation and real-hardware control through one runtime stackSimulator identification from real robot logs

How to Compare Robots

Use this flow to get to a clean shortlist fast. The route works best as a dense research workbench, not a marketing page.

1

Choose comparable robots

Start with robots that solve the same job. Use category anchors like Humanoid, Cleaning, Companions, Research before you worry about micro-spec wins.

2

Read the big deltas first

Check price, status, battery, sensors, and capabilities before getting lost in minor spec rows.

3

Switch to differences only

Once you have a shortlist, hide shared rows. That turns the table from a spec dump into a real decision tool.

Cross-category comparisons still have value

A dedicated cleaner versus a home assistant with cleaning features can reveal whether you really need a specialist or just broader household coverage. Compare around the same outcome, not the same marketing language. And when blank-page friction is the problem, use one of the prebuilt quick-start pairings in the workbench above — open one, swap robots, and keep moving.

Making Your Decision

Turn comparison rows into an actual recommendation — not just more reading.

1

Weighted priorities

Not all spec deltas matter equally. Rank your buying criteria before crowning a winner.

  • List must-haves — smart-home platform, clearance, shipping status, or anything that eliminates a robot instantly.
  • Pick your top 3 differentiators — navigation, noise, battery, support, or whatever changes daily use.
  • Score only the finalists against those. The robot that wins your real priorities beats the one with the most green cells.
2

Total cost of ownership

The sticker price is only one row. Subscriptions, consumables, and service access often decide the real winner.

Subscriptions

Cloud AI and premium app tiers can make a cheaper robot more expensive over three years.

Consumables

Brushes, pads, filters, and bags flip the value story on high-frequency robots.

Energy & battery

Large batteries and frequent charging reveal everyday operating demands.

Repair & warranty

Local servicing and spare-parts access are the quietest but most important long-term costs.

3

Environment check

Specs describe ideal conditions. Your rooms, pets, and Wi-Fi determine what actually performs.

  • Floor types — carpet, hardwood, tile, and transition handling.
  • Space layout — open plans vs. multi-room homes with tight doorways.
  • Wi-Fi coverage — cloud-heavy robots need stable signal everywhere.
  • Household — pets, kids, shared spaces, and noise tolerance.

Purchase and deployment access

Available listings: 125. Pre-order listings: 54. Active records: 130. Available indicates an ordering listing, not confirmed stock. Pre-order indicates a reservation listing, not immediate delivery. Active status alone does not confirm public purchase availability or deployment. Other statuses do not establish a current purchase listing. Confirm regional access, stock, reservation terms, and delivery with the manufacturer.

When it's too close to call

If two robots are still neck-and-neck, use softer signals that affect ownership quality more than spec sheets admit.

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Comparison FAQ

Questions buyers ask before the final click

Short answers to the questions that usually show up once the shortlist is live and the tradeoffs feel real.

Frequently Asked Questions

Using the workspace
How many robots can I compare at once?
You can compare up to four robots at once. Two or three is usually the cleanest decision view, but four-way comparisons work well for wider market scans.
What does 'Show differences only' do?
It hides rows where all selected robots share the same value, leaving only the rows that actually change your decision. It is especially useful for same-brand or same-category shortlists.
Can I compare robots from different categories?
Yes. You can compare any of the 412 robots in the database. Cross-category comparisons work best when the robots still compete for the same outcome in your home or workflow.
What makes a good comparison?
The best pairings share at least one real-world anchor: same job, similar price band, same room constraints, or competing brand tier. That keeps the table decision-focused instead of random.
Sharing & shortlisting
How do I share a comparison?
Once you have a live shortlist, a Share this comparison link appears in the workbench. It preserves your selected robots and the differences-only toggle in a permanent URL.
Can I save or bookmark a comparison for later?
Yes. Every live comparison has a stable route, so bookmarking the page preserves the exact configuration you built.
Can I compare by price alone?
Price is one row in the compare table, but if you want pure price sorting first, the all robots page is the better place to shortlist before coming back here.
Data & methodology
Are specifications up to date?
ui44 comparison data is sourced from official manufacturer documentation and re-verified on a rolling basis. Shipping products get the most frequent freshness checks.
What if a spec is missing?
A dash or 'Not specified' usually means the manufacturer has not published the detail clearly. It does not automatically mean the robot lacks the feature.
How should I compare robots at different development stages?
Status labels describe catalog records, not measured operational reliability. Available indicates a purchase listing, not verified stock or shipping dates. Active alone does not confirm public purchase access. Pre-order indicates a reservation listing, not engineering completion or a guaranteed delivery queue position. Development and Prototype identify recorded stages; Discontinued identifies a discontinued listing. Compare documented performance and current manufacturer terms, including any recorded sales notes, for the specific model and region.
Can I compare specific sensors or components more deeply?
Yes. The compare table gives you the side-by-side overview, then the components directory lets you go deeper on shared sensors, radios, and platform pieces across the catalog.