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Hexagon AEON

Name: Hexagon AEON
Brand: Hexagon

Industrial humanoid from Hexagon for inspection, machine operation and material handling in controlled work environments.

AEON is Hexagon’s humanoid for industrial manipulation, inspection and spatial data capture. The manufacturer lists 165 cm height, 60 kg weight and 34 degrees of freedom. Short-term payload is 15 kg, while continuous carrying is limited to 8 kg. Hexagon states five hours per charge and an automatic battery-swap system. These are manufacturer claims for the described configuration.

Status 2026

ShowcaseThis model is listed as a showcase. Direct commercial availability has not been confirmed.

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Type: Humanoid robots
Origin: Switzerland
Deployment: Not confirmed
Region: European pilots
Applications: 3 applications

MovementHumanoid robot
Human-like build, so it can work in spaces designed for people.

Height: 165 cm
Weight: 60 kg
Payload: 15 kg
Speed: up to 2.4 m/s

Manufacturer specifications; configuration and operating conditions determine actual performance.

What is Hexagon AEON?

Hexagon AEON is a humanoid robot from Hexagon Robotics from Switzerland, listed for inspection, machine operation and material transport. Key figures: height 165 cm, weight 60 kg, payload 15 kg, speed up to 2.4 m/s. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. Market status: showcase. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.

How does it compare with other humanoid robots?

We compare each value with the other humanoid robots in our guide for which it is known. Typical is the middle half. Values according to the manufacturers; caveats are noted with the key figures at the top.

Payload15kg
Typical for a humanoid robot
Of the 51 others, 14 carry more, 8 the same and 29 less.
Typical: 3 to 20 kg
Speed2.4m/s
Fast for a humanoid robot
Of the 49 others, 7 are faster, 1 as fast and 41 slower.
Typical: 1.4 to 2 m/s
Runtime5h
Typical for a humanoid robot
Of the 60 others, 17 run longer per charge, 7 as long and 36 shorter.
Typical: 2 to 6 h
Height165cm
Typical for a humanoid robot
Of the 78 others, 39 are taller, 2 the same height and 37 shorter.
Typical: 130 to 174 cm

Application

What was AEON developed for?

Inspection
Machine operation
Material transport

Business fit

When might AEON be a fit?

An initial view based on the recorded category and model information

What Hexagon says

AEON is Hexagon’s humanoid for industrial manipulation, inspection and spatial data capture. The manufacturer lists 165 cm height, 60 kg weight and 34 degrees of freedom. Short-term payload is 15 kg, while continuous carrying is limited to 8 kg. Hexagon states five hours per charge and an automatic battery-swap system. These are manufacturer claims for the described configuration.

Source: Hexagon — product documentation

May be suitable for

Organisations assessing a robot for a defined task and work environment.
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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 AEON, its manufacturer and this type of robot

1920
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.
2000
Honda presented ASIMO in 2000, for years the best-known walking humanoid in the world.
Source: Wikipedia, ASIMO
2025
Hexagon Robotics was founded in 2025 and is based in Switzerland.

Video

AEON in action

Hexagon shows AEON at work in the factory in Leipzig.

Source: Hexagon Robotics

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Market and supply

Is AEON available?

A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time

What is settled?

Checked 14 October 2026

Market status
Showcase
Mainly a demonstration model; not regularly on sale.
confirmed
Region
European pilots
Where the model is supplied, according to the profile.
confirmed
Lease / RaaS
Not confirmed
No supplier has confirmed lease or robot-as-a-service.
not confirmed
Rental
Not confirmed
No supplier has confirmed rental.
not confirmed

2 of 4 settled. The rest depends on the supplier.

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Manufacturer

Hexagon Robotics

Hexagon robotics division focused on AEON, a humanoid platform for industrial inspection, machine operation and material movement.

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Compare AEON with alternatives

Open comparison overview

Feature	AEONHexagon · this robot	EMIEW3Hitachi	OP3ROBOTIS	THORMANG3ROBOTIS
Market status	Showcase	Showcase	Showcase	Showcase
Application	Inspection, Machine operation	Historical visitor guidance, Business proof-of-concept projects with robot IT integration	Motion research, Humanoid teaching	Humanoid research, Developing motion algorithms
Deployment	Not confirmed	Not confirmed	Not confirmed	Not confirmed
Region	European pilots	Not publicly confirmed	Not publicly confirmed	Not publicly confirmed
Difference	—	Different application: historical visitor guidance	Different application: motion research	Different application: humanoid research
Link		View robot	View robot	View robot

Frequently asked questions

Questions about AEON

What is the Hexagon AEON?

What are the specifications of the Hexagon AEON?

Key figures: height 165 cm, weight 60 kg, payload 15 kg, speed up to 2.4 m/s. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. Manufacturer specifications; configuration and operating conditions determine actual performance.

Which supplier is listed for the Hexagon AEON?

Hexagon AEON is listed under Hexagon Robotics, based in Switzerland. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.

Is the Hexagon AEON available to buy or lease in the Netherlands?

Showcase. 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 Hexagon AEON cost?

No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier. Ask a supplier for price information

What is the Hexagon AEON used for?

The applications listed for the Hexagon AEON include inspection, machine operation and material transport.

What are alternatives to the Hexagon AEON?

Profiles include Hitachi EMIEW3, ROBOTIS OP3 and ROBOTIS THORMANG3. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.

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