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1X Technologies

1X NEO

[HUM]· 2025
74.7

ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS

Performance22%
Reliability20%
Ease of Use15%
Intelligence15%
Vendor Reliability10%
Value9%
Ecosystem7%
Safety5%
Design4%

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$25,000

10kg payload · 2h runtime · 32-axis

What problem does this solve?

Humanoid Robots applications.

Who is this for?

Mid-market operations teams with proven use cases looking to scale beyond manual processes.

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BEST FOR

Humanoid Robots applications

AVOID IF

Budget is primary constraint and manual alternatives exist

PAYBACK

TBD

COMPLEXITY

TBD

First humanoid designed specifically for home use. OpenAI-backed. In-home trials with selected families. Only 30 kg weight makes it safe for domestic environments. Neural network-driven locomotion and manipulation learned from human demonstrations.

The 1X NEO earns a RoboScore of 74.7/100, placing it in the solid tier for humanoid applications robots. At $25,000 it sits in the professional segment, making it a reasonable choice for teams where overall capability and reliability is the priority. Key specs include a 10kg payload capacity, 2 hours of battery life, and 32-axis articulation. 1X Technologies delivers a competent platform at this price point. Deployment requirements vary by facility — consult the manufacturer.

Mid-market operations teams with proven ROI models and dedicated automation budgets. If overall capability and reliability is your primary decision criterion, the 1X NEO deserves a place on your shortlist.

First-time buyers still evaluating whether automation makes sense for their workflow. If your requirements center on a different set of capabilities, compare alternatives in the humanoid category before committing.

Performance
7225%
Reliability
6820%
Ease of Use
8215%
Intelligence
8215%
Value
8010%
Ecosystem
658%
Safety
755%
Design
802%

Physical

Weight Kg30Requires two people or a cart

Performance

Payload Kg10Medium-duty industrial taskshandles heavy parts and pallets for most operations
Dof32Human-like dexterity — complex manipulation
Battery Hrs2Short-duration tasks, frequent chargingshort shifts — requires charging mid-shift

Other

ComputeOpenAI models
Height Cm167
Max Speed Ms1

The Real Cost of Ownership

Purchase price is only 40-60% of the true cost. Here's the full picture.

Purchase Costs

MSRP

$25,000

CURRENT

$25,000

Operating Costs (Annual)

MAINTENANCE LOW

MAINTENANCE HIGH

5-Year Summary

$25,000

Purchase price + estimated 5 years maintenance

2
$25/hr
1
$25,000

Monthly savings

$8,333

Payback period

3mo

3-year net ROI

1100%

5-year savings

$475,000

IntervalTaskEst. Cost
DailyVisual inspection & debris removal
WeeklySensor calibration check & log review
MonthlyLubrication, belt/chain tension check$50–150
6-MonthFull mechanical inspection & software update$500–2,000
AnnualComprehensive overhaul & recalibration$2,000–10,000

Service Details

Warranty:Contact Vendor
Support:Contact Vendor
Response:Contact Vendor
Spare Parts:Contact Vendor

Operator Training

Contact Vendor

Typical Training Plan

SAFETY & BASICS

2–4 hours

OPERATIONS

4–16 hours

TROUBLESHOOTING

2–8 hours

MAINTENANCE

4–16 hours

Before purchasing the 1X NEO, ask the vendor these critical questions:

  1. 01What is the total cost of ownership over 5 years?
  2. 02What does the warranty cover, and what's excluded?
  3. 03What is your average response time for critical issues?
  4. 04Can you provide references from similar deployments?
  5. 05Is a pilot program available before full commitment?

... and 15 more critical questions

74.7/ 100
Performance
7225%
Reliability
6820%
Ease of Use
8215%
Intelligence
8215%
Value
8010%
Ecosystem
658%
Safety
755%
Design
802%

Purchase Price

$25,000

Est. Annual Maintenance

Est. $2,000–$3,000/year (8–12%)

5-Year Total

Requires pricing data

Cost per Shift

Cost per Hour

Based on industry averages. Actual costs vary.

1X Technologies

Founded

EST. 2014(12 years)

Funding

Undisclosed

Employees

Undisclosed

HQ

NO

Vendor Health Score

Health score pending verification

Certifications data being verified. Contact manufacturer for compliance documentation.

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How much does the 1X NEO cost?
The 1X NEO is currently priced at $25,000. Total cost of ownership including maintenance, integration, and training is typically 1.5-2.5x the purchase price over 5 years.
What certification do I need to operate the 1X NEO?
Operators should hold at minimum an RCO Foundation (Level 1) certification. For programming and integration work, RCO Specialist (Level 2) is recommended.
How long does it take to deploy the 1X NEO?
Deployment timelines for Humanoid Robots robots typically range from 2-12 weeks depending on facility complexity and integration requirements.
Should I buy, lease, or hire the 1X NEO?
Buy if you plan to use it for 3+ years at high utilization. Lease (typically $694/month) if you want flexibility and upgrades. Hire through RoboWork if you need it for a project or pilot — no capital expenditure required.
How does the 1X NEO compare to alternatives?
With a RoboScore of 74.7/100, the 1X NEO scores competitively for Humanoid Robots. Use our comparison tool to evaluate it against up to 2 other robots across all 8 scoring dimensions.