Step 1
Prototype
Many humanoids start as a research platform or demo. Availability is then limited and strongly dependent on the manufacturer.
The human-like machine
Compare humanoid
robots
Which models are mainly a showcase and which come closer to practical use? Compare applications, market status and region before you look further at a manufacturer or supplier.
Robotleasen is a robot directory. Availability differs per model and region.
The robot in view
Tesla Optimus
A recognisable image of this model, with room to take a good look at the robot.
Step 2
Pilot
The first applications appear to arise mainly in manufacturing, logistics, education and controlled test environments.
Step 3
Shop floor
Broad use requires local support, safety, task definition, service and clear expectations about availability.
Market picture
Between laboratory, factory and first shop-floor experiments
Industrial adoption
The most concrete signals appear to come from controlled manufacturing and logistics environments where tasks are repeatable.
Hospitality and events
For reception, demos and brand experience, humanoids may be more interesting as a showcase than as a full workforce.
New ways of working
Humanoids are often discussed as general robot labour, but real deployment requires safety, support and sharp task definition.
Dutch context
In the Netherlands, availability remains dependent on manufacturer, distributor, market introduction and pilot access.
Comparison
Compare humanoid robots
This selection compares recorded applications, market status and region. The verification date is stated per model; check current availability with the manufacturer.
| Robot | Manufacturer | Market status | Application | Region | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figure AI Figure 03 | Figure AI | Showcase | Manufacturing | International pilots | |
| Unitree R1 | Unitree Robotics | Commercially available | Education | International direct sales | |
| Hexagon AEON | Hexagon Robotics | Showcase | Inspection | European pilots | |
| NEURA Robotics 4NE1 Gen 3 | NEURA Robotics | Showcase | Manufacturing | Europe | |
| UBTECH Walker S2 | UBTECH Robotics | Showcase | Manufacturing | International pilots | |
| Tesla Optimus | Tesla Robotics | Showcase | Manufacturing | International | |
| Figure AI Figure 02 | Figure AI | Showcase | Industry | International | |
| Unitree H1 | Unitree Robotics | Showcase | Demonstrations | Europe on request |
A showcase or pilot is not a confirmed commercial delivery. The model pages list the available sources, specifications and points of attention. Also see the full overview of models.
Update September 2026
New humanoid robot profiles
New generations and market introductions, checked against official manufacturer sources
Figure AI
Figure 03
Humanoid robots · Manufacturing
Current humanoid generation from Figure AI for manufacturing, logistics and general tasks, with updated sensors, hands and Helix control.
International pilots
Manufacturing · Logistics
Showcase, no lease offer
Unitree
R1
Humanoid robots · Education
Compact humanoid for development, education and demonstrations.
International direct sales
Education · Development
Lease not confirmed
Hexagon
AEON
Humanoid robots · Inspection
Industrial humanoid from Hexagon for inspection, machine operation and material handling in controlled work environments.
European pilots
Inspection · Machine operation
Showcase, no lease offer
NEURA Robotics
4NE1 Gen 3
Humanoid robots · Manufacturing
Third-generation cognitive humanoid from NEURA Robotics, developed for safe collaboration and autonomous tasks in human work environments.
Europe
Manufacturing · Collaboration
Showcase, no lease offer
UBTECH
Walker S2
Humanoid robots · Manufacturing
Industrial humanoid from UBTECH with an autonomously swappable battery, aimed at longer operation in manufacturing and logistics tasks.
International pilots
Manufacturing · Logistics
Showcase, no lease offer
Featured humanoids
Popular humanoids
Tesla
Optimus
Humanoid robots · Manufacturing
Showcase humanoid for general work tasks, production environments and research. Worth following, but not a direct lease listing through Robotleasen.com.
International
Manufacturing · Support tasks
Showcase, no lease offer
Figure AI
Figure 03
Humanoid robots · Manufacturing
Current humanoid generation from Figure AI for manufacturing, logistics and general tasks, with updated sensors, hands and Helix control.
International pilots
Manufacturing · Logistics
Showcase, no lease offer
Figure AI
Figure 02
Humanoid robots · Industry
Former industrial humanoid from Figure AI for pilots in logistics, manufacturing and autonomous task execution. The programme has been succeeded by Figure 03.
International
Industry · Logistics
Showcase, no lease offer
Unitree
R1
Humanoid robots · Education
Compact humanoid for development, education and demonstrations.
International direct sales
Education · Development
Lease not confirmed
Unitree
H1
Humanoid robots · Demonstrations
Research-oriented humanoid with dynamic mobility, of interest for demonstrations and technical evaluations of bipedal robotics.
Europe on request
Demonstrations · Research
Showcase, no lease offer
Agility Robotics
Digit
Humanoid robots · Warehouse
Logistics humanoid showcase for warehouses and internal goods flows. Of most interest where walking, lifting and moving come together.
International
Warehouse · Internal transport
Showcase, no lease offer
Suppliers
Companies around humanoids
Boston Dynamics
Robotics developer known for Spot, Stretch and Atlas. Relevant to inspection, warehouse robotics and humanoid research.
1X Technologies
Developer of humanoid robots for safe interaction in human environments. Availability varies by market launch.
Agility Robotics
Developer of humanoid robots for logistics and industrial environments, known for Digit.
Figure AI
Humanoid robotics company focused on general-purpose robot work in professional environments. Listed on Robotleasen as a showcase and market development to follow.
Hexagon Robotics
Hexagon robotics division focused on AEON, a humanoid platform for industrial inspection, machine operation and material movement.
NEURA Robotics
German robotics developer of cognitive robots and the 4NE1 humanoid platform for collaboration in human environments.
Frequently asked questions
Answers with careful wording. No claim of direct lease or broad commercial availability.
Is humanoid robot lease or leasing already possible?
For many well-known models this has not been confirmed. Robotleasen shows the market status; availability and any lease terms should be checked directly with a supplier.
Which humanoid robots are central?
Among others Figure 03, Unitree R1, Hexagon AEON, NEURA 4NE1 Gen 3, UBTECH Walker S2, Tesla Optimus and Agility Digit.
Why are humanoids relevant for businesses?
They show where robotics is heading, but for practical use you should always compare with more mature alternatives such as cobots, AMRs and service robots.
Exploring a humanoid robot?
Use Robotleasen as a market exploration. Compare models, status labels, supplier context and related developments before you discuss a demo or pilot.
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