Figure 03 vs ASIMO: Specs, Price & ROS Support Compared (2025)
Figure AI vs Honda — independent, side-by-side analysis.
Quick Verdict
Figure 03 leads in higher payload, longer runtime, while ASIMO leads in more DOF, faster speed. The two robots are evenly matched, each excelling in different areas.
Figure 03
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Figure 03 ASIMO
Specifications
~$20,000 (consumer target) · 240 units/month (Apr 2026)PriceNever sold commercially
168 cmHeight130 cm
60 kgWeight48 kg
44DOF57
20 kgPayload1 kg
5hRuntime1h
1.2 m/sSpeed2.5 m/s
YesStairsYes
NoLiDARNo
Proprietary (runs Helix VLA model onboard)ComputeProprietary Honda embedded systems
Ecosystem Openness
8
Figure 03
/100
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ASIMO
Consumer focus. No developer ecosystem.
Pros and cons at a glance
Figure 03
Pros
- Shipping to customers (verified commercial availability)
- 44 degrees of freedom — full-body articulation
Cons
- Unit price not publicly disclosed (quote-on-request or enterprise-only)
- Closed software stack — no public SDK or ROS support
ASIMO
Pros
- 57 degrees of freedom — full-body articulation
Cons
- Discontinued by the manufacturer
- Unit price not publicly disclosed (quote-on-request or enterprise-only)
- Low rated payload (1 kg) — research or light-handling tasks only
- Short runtime (60 min) — frequent recharging or battery swaps
Frequently asked questions
How do Figure 03 and ASIMO compare on price?
Figure 03: ~$20,000 (consumer target) · 240 units/month (Apr 2026). ASIMO: Never sold commercially.
Which has higher payload: Figure 03 or ASIMO?
Figure 03 rates a higher payload at 20 kg vs 1 kg. Payload ratings are vendor claims and do not always include a duty cycle — peak vs sustained payload can differ significantly.
Is Figure 03 or ASIMO actually available to buy?
Figure 03 is shipping to customers. ASIMO has been discontinued. Status reflects the vendor's published commercial position as of the last review and can change between announcement and actual delivery.
Last updated: 2025
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