The field of humanoid robotics is advancing rapidly, with several companies making significant strides in developing robots that resemble and function like humans. Based on the latest developments and industry trends, here are some of the major players in humanoid robotics as of March 25, 2025:
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Boston Dynamics
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Known for its highly advanced humanoid robot, Atlas, Boston Dynamics has been a leader in robotics for years. The latest all-electric version of Atlas, designed for real-world applications, showcases impressive agility, including running, jumping, and performing complex movements. Owned by Hyundai (South Korea), the company is now focusing on commercial applications, such as automotive manufacturing.
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Tesla
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Tesla’s Optimus (also called Tesla Bot) is a general-purpose humanoid robot in development since its unveiling in 2021. Leveraging Tesla’s expertise in AI and autonomous systems, Optimus aims to perform repetitive or dangerous tasks in industrial settings and potentially assist with household chores. Tesla’s massive valuation and AI capabilities make it a strong contender.
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Figure AI
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A U.S.-based startup, Figure AI is behind Figure 01 and Figure 02, AI-powered humanoid robots designed for industries like manufacturing, logistics, and retail. With $675 million in funding and a $2.6 billion valuation, backed by investors like OpenAI and Microsoft, Figure AI is poised to accelerate commercial deployment.
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Agility Robotics
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Based in the U.S., Agility Robotics develops Digit, a bipedal robot tailored for logistics and warehousing. Digit’s ability to navigate human-designed environments and perform tasks like package handling has led to commercial agreements with companies like Amazon and GXO Logistics.
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1X Technologies
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This Norwegian company has developed Eve (a wheeled humanoid) and is working on Neo, a bipedal robot for home use. With over $125 million raised, including from OpenAI, 1X focuses on safe, practical robots for security, retail, and logistics, with some already deployed commercially.
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Sanctuary AI
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A Canadian firm, Sanctuary AI is behind Phoenix, touted as the world’s first general-purpose humanoid robot powered by its Carbon AI system. Phoenix is designed to perform a wide range of tasks and is being tested in industries like automotive manufacturing with partners like Magna.
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Apptronik
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Based in Texas, Apptronik’s Apollo is a versatile humanoid robot built for human-robot collaboration in warehouses and manufacturing. Its modular design and safety features make it adaptable to various industries, with partnerships like Mercedes-Benz driving its development.
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UBTECH Robotics
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A Chinese company, UBTECH is known for its Walker robot, which focuses on smooth mobility and human interaction. UBTECH targets consumer and enterprise applications, including education and healthcare, and is a major player in the Asian market.
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These companies stand out due to their innovative designs, significant funding, and progress toward real-world applications. Other notable players include SoftBank Robotics (Japan) with Pepper, Hanson Robotics (Hong Kong) with Sophia, and emerging firms like Foundation Robotics (U.S.), which recently acquired Phantom from Boardwalk Robotics. The competition is heating up, particularly between the U.S. and China, with additional contributions from Japan, Canada, and Europe shaping the global landscape.
