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SoftBank Robotics NAO
SoftBank Robotics NAO is a robot for education and workshops.
SoftBank Robotics NAO is intended for education and workshops. For a business comparison, the task, work environment and configuration also matter. Availability and support must be checked per supplier.
- Learning platformMeant for learning and testing programming, AI and robotics.
- Educational humanoidIn the educational robots category.
Status 2026
Commercially availableThis model is listed as commercially available. Delivery, configuration and support vary by supplier and region.Designed for
- Education
- Workshops
- Healthcare
- Type
- Educational robots
- Origin
- Japan
- Deployment
- Check with supplier
- Region
- International
- Applications
- 3 applications
What is SoftBank Robotics NAO?
SoftBank Robotics NAO is a educational robot from SoftBank Robotics from Japan, listed for education, workshops and healthcare. Market status: commercially available. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
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NAO in action
Facts
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Notable facts about NAO, its manufacturer and this type of robot
Many education and research robots work with ROS (Robot Operating System), open-source robotics software that has been developed since 2007.
Source: Wikipedia, ROSRobotleasen lists 3 robots from SoftBank Robotics. You can find them all on the supplier page.
Our perspective on NAO
SoftBank Robotics NAO is intended for education and workshops. For a business comparison, the task, work environment and configuration also matter. Availability and support must be checked per supplier.
Business fit
When might NAO 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.
Market and supply
Availability
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
- Market status
- Commercially available
- Region
- Not confirmed for the Netherlands
- Lease / RaaS
- Check with supplier
- Rental
- Check with supplier
Manufacturer and supplier
About SoftBank Robotics
SoftBank Robotics is listed in the Robotleasen directory with 3 robot models.
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Compare NAO
| Feature | NAOSoftBank Robotics | JackalClearpath Robotics | RB-SUMMIT+Robotnik |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Commercially available | Commercially available | Commercially available |
| Application | Education, Workshops | Research, Autonomous navigation | Research, Pick and place |
| Deployment | Check with supplier | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | International | International | Europe |
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Questions about NAO
What is the SoftBank Robotics NAO?
SoftBank Robotics NAO is a educational robot from SoftBank Robotics from Japan, listed for education, workshops and healthcare. Market status: commercially available. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
Who makes the SoftBank Robotics NAO?
SoftBank Robotics NAO is listed under SoftBank Robotics, based in Japan. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the SoftBank Robotics NAO available to buy or lease in the Netherlands?
Commercially available. Deployment: check with supplier. 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 SoftBank Robotics NAO cost?
No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier.
What is the SoftBank Robotics NAO used for?
The applications listed for the SoftBank Robotics NAO include education, workshops and healthcare.
What are alternatives to the SoftBank Robotics NAO?
Profiles include Clearpath Robotics Warthog, Clearpath Robotics Husky A300 and DOBOT Magician. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.
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Profile last checked on 14 May 2026