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Robody
Release
Nov 1, 2024
Price
Price TBA
Connectivity
2
Status
Pre-order
Height
1.65 m
Weight
60 kg
Battery
6 hours
Payload
1.5 kg per arm
Devanthro's Robody is a home-care robotic avatar designed for older adults and other home-assistance use cases. The Munich company says its latest home-care generation was unveiled in November 2024 after tests in real private homes, and that Robodies have been deployed in homes since early 2024. Instead of relying on full autonomy, Robody combines AI for routine chores and monitoring with VR teleoperation for tasks that need human judgment, empathy, or dexterous intervention. Official and independent coverage describe it handling medication reminders, meal preparation, fetching items, conversation, and remote family or caregiver visits, while Devanthro positions the current commercial model as a subscription-based Robody Cares service rather than a conventional retail hardware sale.
Listed price
Price TBA
Robody Cares is currently taking pre-orders / waitlist registrations for an all-inclusive €690/month service plan with no upfront hardware purchase.
Release window
Nov 1, 2024
Current status
Pre-order
Devanthro
Last verified
Apr 5, 2026
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Technical overview
A fast read on the mechanical profile, sensing package, and platform integrations behind Robody.
Height
1.65 m
Weight
60 kg
Dimensions
1.65 m tall; differential-drive mobile base
Battery Life
6 hours
Charging Time
Self-docking; full charge time not officially disclosed
Max Speed
Not officially disclosed
Payload
1.5 kg per arm
Operational profile
Capabilities
8
Connectivity
2
Key capabilities
Ecosystem fit
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The Robody is a Home Assistants robot built by Devanthro. Devanthro's Robody is a home-care robotic avatar designed for older adults and other home-assistance use cases. The Munich company says its latest home-care generation was unveiled in November 2024 after tests in real private homes, and that Robodies have been deployed in homes since early 2024. Instead of relying on full autonomy, Robody combines AI for routine chores and monitoring with VR teleoperation for tasks that need human judgment, empathy, or dexterous intervention. Official and independent coverage describe it handling medication reminders, meal preparation, fetching items, conversation, and remote family or caregiver visits, while Devanthro positions the current commercial model as a subscription-based Robody Cares service rather than a conventional retail hardware sale.
Pricing has not been publicly disclosed. See all Devanthro robots on the Devanthro page.
Detailed specifications for the Robody
Height
1.65 mAt 1.65 m, the Robody is sized for its intended operating environment and use cases.
Weight
60 kgWeighing 60 kg, the Robody balances structural integrity with portability and maneuverability.
Dimensions
1.65 m tall; differential-drive mobile baseThe overall dimensions of 1.65 m tall; differential-drive mobile base define the robot's physical footprint and determine what spaces it can navigate and what clearances it requires for operation.
Battery Life
6 hoursWith a battery life of 6 hours, the Robody can operate for sustained periods before requiring a recharge. Battery life is measured under typical operating conditions and may vary based on workload intensity and environmental factors.
Charging Time
Self-docking; full charge time not officially disclosedA charging time of Self-docking; full charge time not officially disclosed means the ratio of operation to downtime is an important consideration for applications requiring near-continuous availability. Some deployments use multiple robots in rotation to maintain uninterrupted service.
Payload Capacity
1.5 kg per armA payload capacity of 1.5 kg per arm determines what the robot can carry or manipulate. This is a critical spec for practical applications where the robot needs to handle physical objects.
The Robody uses Hybrid autonomy combining Devanthro physical AI for chores/monitoring with human-in-the-loop VR teleoperation; compute platform uses Nvidia Jetson Orin + Orin Nano as its intelligence backbone. This AI platform powers the robot's decision-making, perception processing, and autonomous behavior. The sophistication of the AI stack directly impacts how well the robot handles unexpected situations and adapts to new environments.
The Robody integrates 3 sensor types, forming the perceptual foundation that enables autonomous operation.
This sensor configuration enables the Robody to perceive its environment and operate autonomously in its intended use cases. Multiple sensor modalities provide redundancy and more robust perception than any single sensor type alone.
Explore sensor technologies: components glossary · full components directory
Home assistant robots combine the functionality of a smart speaker, tablet, security camera, and telepresence device into a mobile platform that follows you or patrols your home. They represent the next evolution of smart home interaction.
The Robody offers 8 distinct capabilities, each contributing to the robot's practical utility.
These capabilities work together with the robot's 3 onboard sensor types and Hybrid autonomy combining Devanthro physical AI for chores/monitoring with human-in-the-loop VR teleoperation; compute platform uses Nvidia Jetson Orin + Orin Nano AI platform to deliver practical, real-world performance.
The Robody integrates with the following platforms and ecosystems, extending its utility beyond standalone operation.
This ecosystem compatibility enables the Robody to work as part of a broader automation setup rather than operating in isolation.
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Capabilities
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Sensor Types
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Hybrid autonomy combining De…
How the Robody communicates with your network, smart home devices, cloud services, and companion apps.
The Robody by Devanthro integrates 6 distinct technology components across sensing, connectivity, intelligence, and interaction layers. The physical platform features a height of 1.65 m, a weight of 60 kg, providing the foundation on which this technology stack operates.
The perception layer is built on 4K fisheye RGB cameras, mm-wave radar, Stereo microphones. These work in concert to give the robot a detailed understanding of its operating environment. This multi-sensor approach provides redundancy and enables the robot to function reliably even when individual sensors encounter challenging conditions such as low light, reflective surfaces, or cluttered spaces.
Hybrid autonomy combining Devanthro physical AI for chores/monitoring with human-in-the-loop VR teleoperation; compute platform uses Nvidia Jetson Orin + Orin Nano serves as the computational brain, processing sensor data, making navigation decisions, and orchestrating the robot's autonomous behaviors. The quality of this AI platform directly influences how well the robot handles novel situations, adapts to changes in its environment, and improves its performance over time through learning.
Home assistant robots target households looking for a mobile smart home hub that can move between rooms, provide video communication, monitor the home, and assist with daily tasks. Early adopters and smart home enthusiasts are the primary market.
Mobility range, smart home platform integration, camera quality for video calls and monitoring, microphone/speaker quality for voice interaction, and the breadth of assistive capabilities are key. Consider privacy features (physical camera shutters, mute buttons) and whether the robot can navigate your home layout reliably.
Pricing
The Robody is available for pre-order. Pre-ordering secures your position in the delivery queue, though actual ship dates may vary.
Engineering compromises and where this home assistants robot excels
With 8 distinct capabilities, the Robody is designed as a versatile platform rather than a single-task device. This breadth means the robot can handle varied scenarios and workflows, reducing the need for multiple specialized robots and increasing its utility across different situations.
A battery life of 6 hours provides substantial operational runway. For home assistants applications, this means longer work sessions between charges, fewer interruptions, and the ability to complete larger tasks or cover more area in a single charge cycle.
At 60 kg, the Robody is a substantial piece of equipment. This weight contributes to stability and robustness but also means the robot requires careful consideration of floor load limits, transportation logistics, and the potential impact force in the event of unexpected contact with people or objects.
Devanthro has not published a public price for the Robody. While common for enterprise-class robotics, the absence of transparent pricing can complicate budgeting and comparison shopping. Prospective buyers will need to engage directly with the manufacturer for quotes, which may vary by configuration and volume.
The Robody is not yet available as a finished, shipping product. While pre-ordering secures a position in the delivery queue, actual delivery timelines and final specifications should be confirmed with the manufacturer.
Note: This strengths and trade-offs assessment is based on the Robody's documented specifications as tracked in the ui44 database. Real-world performance depends on deployment conditions, firmware maturity, and environmental factors. For the most current information, check the Devanthro manufacturer page or visit the official product page. Use the comparison tool to evaluate these trade-offs against competing robots in the same category.
Understanding the engineering behind this category
Home assistant robots combine mobility, intelligence, and physical manipulation to perform tasks that stationary smart devices simply cannot. While a smart speaker can tell you the weather, a home assistant robot can bring you an umbrella. This emerging category represents the convergence of multiple robotic technologies — navigation, manipulation, AI, and human-robot interaction — into a single household platform.
Home assistant robots must navigate the complex, cluttered, and constantly changing environment of a lived-in home. They use LiDAR, cameras, and depth sensors to build and continuously update maps of the home interior, handling furniture rearrangements, opened or closed doors, and transient obstacles like shoes and toys. Path planning must account for the robot's size (including any carried objects), doorway widths, carpet transitions, and areas where humans are present. Advanced systems create semantic maps that understand room functions — knowing the kitchen from the bedroom enables context-appropriate behavior like adjusting movement speed or interaction style.
AI in home assistant robots must bridge the gap between high-level human instructions and low-level physical actions. When asked to bring a glass of water, the robot must understand the request, plan the task sequence (navigate to kitchen, find a glass, operate the tap, carry without spilling), and execute each step while handling unexpected situations. Foundation models and vision-language models are increasingly central to this task comprehension capability. The AI must also maintain context across interactions — remembering where items are usually kept, learning household routines, and anticipating needs based on time of day and activity patterns.
Home assistant robots require comprehensive perception that combines environmental mapping with object-level understanding. Cameras and depth sensors identify objects and their positions. Force sensors in hands and arms enable safe grasping and manipulation without crushing or dropping items. Proximity sensors prevent collisions during navigation, especially when carrying objects that extend the robot's footprint. Audio processing detects and localizes voice commands from anywhere in the home. Some robots include sensors for detecting spills, open doors, or unusual sounds that might indicate a problem requiring attention.
Home assistant robots face challenging power requirements due to the combination of mobility, computation, and manipulation. Battery technology limits operational time to several hours before recharging is needed. Smart power management prioritizes tasks by urgency and groups actions by location to minimize unnecessary movement. Autonomous docking and charging ensure availability when needed. Some designs use lighter-weight arms and efficient actuators to reduce power consumption during manipulation tasks. The ability to plan efficient routes through the home — minimizing backtracking and unnecessary movement — directly impacts how much useful work the robot can accomplish per charge cycle.
Operating a robot with arms and hands in a home with people requires extensive safety engineering. Force-limiting actuators prevent the robot from exerting dangerous grip or impact forces. Speed reduction in the presence of detected humans protects against collision injuries. Object-drop prevention systems ensure the robot does not release carried items unexpectedly. Hot-liquid and sharp-object handling requires specialized grip and stability control. Emergency stop mechanisms allow any household member to immediately halt the robot. The system must fail safely — if power is lost while carrying an object, the gripper should default to a secure hold rather than releasing.
Home assistant robots are at an early but rapidly advancing stage. The convergence of foundation models (for understanding tasks), improved dexterous manipulation (for executing them), and decreasing hardware costs (for making them accessible) is accelerating development. Near-term advances will likely focus on specific task competency — robots that excel at a few useful tasks rather than attempting to do everything. As these capabilities mature and costs decrease, the scope of home assistant robots will gradually expand toward the vision of a truly general-purpose household helper.
The Robody by Devanthro incorporates many of these technology pillars. For a detailed look at the specific sensors and components used in the Robody, see the sensor analysis and connectivity sections above, or browse the complete components glossary for explanations of every technology used across the robotics industry.
How this robot compares in the home assistants landscape
Devanthro has not publicly disclosed pricing for the Robody, which is typical for enterprise-focused robotics platforms that offer customized solutions and direct-sales relationships.
The Robody's 3 sensor types provide solid perceptual coverage for its intended use cases. This mid-range sensor suite balances cost with capability, covering the essential modalities needed for home assistants applications.
Side-by-side specs, capability overlap analysis, and key differentiators.
For the full picture of Devanthro's portfolio and market strategy, visit the Devanthro manufacturer page.
What the public profile tells you, and what still needs direct vendor confirmation
From a buying and rollout perspective, the Robody should be read as a home assistants platform aimed at connected homes that want a mobile smart-home touchpoint. ui44 currently tracks 8 capability signals, 3 sensor inputs, and a last verification date of 2026-04-05. That mix gives buyers a useful first-pass picture, but it is still only the public layer of due diligence, especially when procurement, uptime, and support commitments are decided directly with Devanthro.
Commercial model
Pricing not public
Robody Cares is currently taking pre-orders / waitlist registrations for an all-inclusive €690/month service plan with no upfront hardware purchase.. That usually means the final commercial package depends on deployment scope, services, or negotiated terms.
Integration posture
2 connectivity options
The profile lists 5G, Wi-Fi 6, plus Hybrid autonomy combining Devanthro physical AI for chores/monitoring with human-in-the-loop VR teleoperation; compute platform uses Nvidia Jetson Orin + Orin Nano as the AI stack. That is enough to infer the basic network posture, but buyers should still confirm APIs, fleet management, and workflow integration details. ui44 currently tracks 2 declared compatibility links.
Spec disclosure
5/7 core specs public
ui44 currently has 5 of 7 core physical and operating specs filled in for this model, leaving 2 gaps that matter for deployment planning. Missing runtime, charge, speed, or payload details can materially change staffing and site-readiness assumptions.
The current profile is detailed enough to support early comparison work, shortlist creation, and cross-checking against other home assistants robots. It is still worth validating the final deployment package, because integration services, support coverage, software entitlements, and site-preparation requirements often sit outside the raw hardware spec sheet.
If you want a faster apples-to-apples read, compare the Robody against nearby alternatives in ui44's compare view, then cross-check the underlying AI, sensor, and subsystem terms in the components glossary. For manufacturer-level context, the Devanthro profile helps anchor this robot inside the wider product lineup.
Practical guide from day one through years of ownership
Home assistant robot setup involves physical placement, network configuration, environment mapping, and capability training. Place the charging dock in an accessible central location. Connect to your home Wi-Fi and smart home platform. Run the initial mapping session with all doors open and the home in its typical state. After mapping, configure room names, restricted areas, and any smart home integrations. For robots with manipulation capabilities, the setup may include teaching specific tasks by demonstration or configuring task parameters through the app. Expect to invest several sessions over the first week refining the robot's understanding of your home and preferences.
Home assistant robots combine the maintenance needs of mobile platforms with those of manipulation systems. Weekly tasks include cleaning sensors, checking wheels and arm joints for debris, and verifying gripper functionality. Monthly maintenance should cover thorough sensor cleaning, software updates, and calibration checks. If the robot handles food or liquids, clean any contact surfaces after each use according to the manufacturer's hygiene guidelines. Monitor battery performance over time and report any significant degradation to the manufacturer.
Home assistant robot software updates are particularly impactful because they can add entirely new task capabilities. A robot that launches with five core tasks might gain additional abilities through software updates as the manufacturer develops and validates new skills. Keep automatic updates enabled and review update notes to discover new capabilities you might not have known were added. Major platform updates may also improve task execution quality for existing capabilities — making the robot more reliable and efficient at tasks it could already perform.
Home assistant robots represent a significant investment, and proper care maximizes that investment's return. Avoid exceeding payload limits when the robot carries objects. Keep the operating environment reasonably tidy to reduce navigation challenges. Maintain clean, unobstructed sensor surfaces for reliable operation. For robots with arms, avoid forcing joints beyond their range of motion. Address any unusual sounds or behaviors promptly — early intervention prevents small issues from becoming expensive repairs. Consider a manufacturer service plan for access to priority support and replacement parts.
For Devanthro-specific support resources and documentation, visit the Devanthro page on ui44 or check the manufacturer's official website at Devanthro's product page.
All Robody data on ui44 is verified against official Devanthro sources, including spec sheets, product pages, and press releases. Last verified: 2026-04-05. Official source: Devanthro product page. If you find outdated or incorrect information, please let us know — accuracy is our top priority.
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