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Faraday Future Nova
The Nova from Faraday Future is a compact humanoid of 49.7 cm and 2.8 kg with 20 degrees of freedom for developers and education.
Faraday Future calls the Nova a compact embodied-AI humanoid for developers and educators. According to the page it is 49.7 cm tall and weighs 2.8 kg with 20 degrees of freedom (head 2, arms 6, legs 12). It walks on two legs at 0.1 m/s or rolls on a detachable wheeled base at 0.8 m/s, clears obstacles up to 2 cm and has 10 TOPS of compute, 8 GB RAM and 32 GB storage, a 2D lidar, a wide-angle camera of approximately 4 MP, a 3D ToF sensor and an array of 3 microphones. The page states that pre-orders are open and that the first deliveries are expected around January 2027. Availability in the Netherlands is not confirmed.
Status 2026
Coming soonThis model is listed as expected soon. A launch date or local delivery has not been confirmed.- 01Humanoid robot
Human-like build, so it can work in spaces designed for people.
- 02Compact bipedal humanoid for developers
In the humanoid robots category.
- 49.7cm
- Height
- 2.8kg
- Weight
- 20
- Degrees of freedom
- 0.1m/s
- Speed walking time); 0.8 m/s (wielonderstel
Values as recorded on the robot profile, generally based on manufacturer information. Configuration and operating conditions can change the figures; confirm them with the supplier.
What is Faraday Future Nova?
Faraday Future Nova is a humanoid robot from Faraday Future, listed for skill development and reinforcement learning, university research projects and k-12 education: stem classes, clubs and competitions. Key figures: height 49.7 cm, weight 2.8 kg, degrees of freedom 20, speed 0.1 m/s. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. Market status: coming soon. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
Technology in brief
Nova to scale
A way to picture it: next to a person, a door or a familiar object.
- 2.9 km/h
Slower than walking pace (about 5 km/h).
- 0.5 m
Fits upright under a standard interior door (2.01 m).
In practice
How does it compare with other robots?
Each value next to the other robots in the same category in our guide, where that value is known. All figures according to the manufacturer; unconfirmed values are marked in the figures at the top.
- This robot
- Other robots in the category
- Speed0.8m/sTHIS ROBOTmin 0.8 m/smax 10 m/s
Place 49of 50
Higher than 0 of the 49 other robots, equal to 1
- Height50cmTHIS ROBOTmin 50 cmmax 220 cm
Place 77of 77
Higher than 0 of the 76 other robots
- Weight2.8kgTHIS ROBOTmin 2.8 kgmax 300 kg
Place 87of 87
Higher than 0 of the 86 other robots
Application
What was Nova developed for?
Skill development and reinforcement learning
University research projects
K-12 education: STEM classes, clubs and competitions
Business fit
When might Nova be a fit?
An initial view based on the recorded category and model information
May be suitable for
- Organisations assessing a robot for a defined task and work environment.
- Teams comparing the robot's recorded profile with other options.
- Businesses that want to validate the application and integration requirements.
Considerations
- Confirm capabilities and current availability with the manufacturer or supplier.
- Check the work environment, integration needs and local support before selecting a model.
Facts
Did you know?
Notable facts about Nova, its manufacturer and this type of robot
The word 'robot' comes from the play R.U.R. (1920) by Czech writer Karel Čapek. 'Robota' means forced labour or drudgery.
Source: Wikipedia, R.U.R.Honda presented ASIMO in 2000, for years the best-known walking humanoid in the world.
Source: Wikipedia, ASIMO
Market and supply
Is Nova available?
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
Status board
Checked 4 November 2026- Market statusComing soonActive
- RegionNot publicly confirmedActive
- Lease / RaaSNot confirmedNot confirmed
- RentalNot confirmedNot confirmed
2 of 4 confirmedAvailability depends on market launch, region and the manufacturer's channels.
Manufacturer
Faraday Future
Faraday Future is listed in the Robotleasen directory with one robot model.
OUR INTERPRETATION
Our perspective on Nova
Faraday Future calls the Nova a compact embodied-AI humanoid for developers and educators. According to the page it is 49.7 cm tall and weighs 2.8 kg with 20 degrees of freedom (head 2, arms 6, legs 12). It walks on two legs at 0.1 m/s or rolls on a detachable wheeled base at 0.8 m/s, clears obstacles up to 2 cm and has 10 TOPS of compute, 8 GB RAM and 32 GB storage, a 2D lidar, a wide-angle camera of approximately 4 MP, a 3D ToF sensor and an array of 3 microphones. The page states that pre-orders are open and that the first deliveries are expected around January 2027. Availability in the Netherlands is not confirmed.
Lease or rent
Can you lease this robot?
Leasing options for this model are not in our data. Ask the supplier about leasing, rental or Robot-as-a-Service, or use our request page for advice.
Compare
Compare Nova
| Feature | NovaFaraday Future | EMIEW3Hitachi | OP3ROBOTIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Coming soon | Showcase | Showcase |
| Application | Skill development and reinforcement learning, University research projects | Historical visitor guidance, Business proof-of-concept projects with robot IT integration | Motion research, Humanoid teaching |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed |
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Questions about Nova
What is the Faraday Future Nova?
Faraday Future Nova is a humanoid robot from Faraday Future, listed for skill development and reinforcement learning, university research projects and k-12 education: stem classes, clubs and competitions. Key figures: height 49.7 cm, weight 2.8 kg, degrees of freedom 20, speed 0.1 m/s. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. Market status: coming soon. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
What are the specifications of the Faraday Future Nova?
Key figures: height 49.7 cm, weight 2.8 kg, degrees of freedom 20, speed 0.1 m/s. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. Values as recorded on the robot profile, generally based on manufacturer information. Configuration and operating conditions can change the figures; confirm them with the supplier.
Which supplier is listed for the Faraday Future Nova?
Faraday Future Nova is listed under Faraday Future, based in Not publicly confirmed. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the Faraday Future Nova available to buy or lease in the Netherlands?
Coming soon. Deployment: not confirmed. Whether this model is available to buy, rent or lease in the Netherlands depends on the supplier. Ask a supplier to confirm current availability.
How much does the Faraday Future Nova cost?
No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier.
What is the Faraday Future Nova used for?
The applications listed for the Faraday Future Nova include skill development and reinforcement learning, university research projects and k-12 education: stem classes, clubs and competitions.
What are alternatives to the Faraday Future Nova?
Profiles include ROBOTIS THORMANG3, Pollen Robotics Reachy 2 and 1X Neo. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.
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Sources and checks
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- Source robotics.ff.com
Specifications are generally based on manufacturer information and have not been measured by Robotleasen. See our editorial approach.