NEO vs 4NE-1: Specs, Price & ROS Support Compared (2024)
1X Technologies vs NEURA Robotics — independent, side-by-side analysis.
Quick Verdict
NEO leads in more DOF, higher payload, faster speed, lower price, while 4NE-1 leads in longer runtime. Overall, NEO has an edge in 4 out of 5 compared categories.
NEO
1X Technologies
4NE-1
NEURA Robotics
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NEO 4NE-1
Specifications
$20,000Price$114,500
168 cmHeight180 cm
30 kgWeight80 kg
75DOF55
25 kgPayload15 kg
4hRuntime7h
1.4 m/sSpeed1.39 m/s
YesStairsYes
NoLiDARNo
Proprietary (World Model AI onboard)ComputeNEURA multimodal cognitive stack
Task Capabilities
✓Pick up a box from shelf✓
✓Open a door handle✓
✓Pour liquid into cup✓
◔Use a power tool◔
◔Type on keyboard◔
✓Climb stairs with load✓
◔Walk on uneven terrain◔
?Run (>3 m/s)✕
◔Crouch under obstacle◔
✓Navigate in crowd✓
✓Recognize & locate objects✓
✓Respond to voice commands✓
✓Detect humans nearby✓
◔Work 8-hour shift✓
✕Hot-swap battery✓
◔Operate 24/7 (with charging)✓
✕Work in rain (IP65+)✕
✕Work below 0°C?
✕Work in dusty environment✕
✓Work safely alongside humans✓
Ecosystem Openness
10
NEO
/100
15
4NE-1
Proprietary World Model AI. No public SDK.
NEURA API. Neuraverse fleet learning. Limited public info.
Pros and cons at a glance
NEO
Pros
- Open for preorders
- High rated payload (25 kg) for industrial pick-and-place
- 75 degrees of freedom — full-body articulation
Cons
- Closed software stack — no public SDK or ROS support
4NE-1
Pros
- Long runtime (7h per charge) for full-shift operation
- 55 degrees of freedom — full-body articulation
Cons
- Still in development, no commercial availability
- Closed software stack — no public SDK or ROS support
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper: NEO or 4NE-1?
NEO is cheaper at $20,000 vs $114,500 for 4NE-1. Note that lower price does not imply lower total cost of ownership — see the TCO calculator on the Explore page for utilisation-adjusted figures.
Which has higher payload: NEO or 4NE-1?
NEO rates a higher payload at 25 kg vs 15 kg. Payload ratings are vendor claims and do not always include a duty cycle — peak vs sustained payload can differ significantly.
Is NEO or 4NE-1 actually available to buy?
NEO is open for preorders. 4NE-1 is in active development without commercial availability. Status reflects the vendor's published commercial position as of the last review and can change between announcement and actual delivery.
Last updated: 2024