Apptronik Apollo
Specifications
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Status | enterprise pilots |
| Vendor | Apptronik USA |
| Released | 2023-08-23 |
| Price | Not stated No published price; $50,000 is Aug 2023 at-scale target (IEEE Spectrum) |
| Height | 173 cm |
| Weight | 73 kg |
| Payload | 25 kg |
| Degrees of freedom | 71 Reported, not manufacturer-published |
| Runtime | 4 h |
| Walk speed | Not stated |
| Source | RoboZaps |
| Notes | Apollo 2 unveiled Jun 2026; Apollo 3 named Jun 30, 2026 as next commercial product; pilots: Mercedes-Benz, GXO, Jabil. |
“Not stated” means the vendor has not published it or it has not been verified — not that it does not exist. Prices are vendor-published only.
Release timeline
- 2026-06-30Apptronik names Apollo 3, opens Robot ParkunveilApollo 3 named as the next-generation commercial product; ~90,000 sq ft Robot Park data-collection facility opens in Austin.Source: Offbrand Human
- 2026-06-01Apptronik unveils Apollo 2unveilCurrent generation Apollo 2, offered in bipedal or wheeled-base configuration.Source: RoboZaps
- 2026-02-11Apptronik closes $520M Series A extensionfundingExtension takes Series A past $935M; total capital raised approaches $1B.Source: RoboZaps
- 2025-02-01Apptronik raises $350M Series AfundingSeries A co-led by B Capital and Capital Factory, with Google participating; +$53M close in Mar 2025 took the round to $403M.Source: RoboZaps
- 2024-03-15Apptronik–Mercedes-Benz commercial pilotpilotCommercial deployment partnership: Apollo delivering assembly kits and moving totes at Mercedes-Benz plants.Source: RoboZaps
- 2023-08-23Apptronik unveils ApollounveilApollo unveiled; Apptronik states pilots in 2024 and hopes for commercial availability in 2025.Source: RoboZaps
Official videos
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Ledgers for this model
Built from the analyzed coverage below. Full site-wide ledgers: claims vs measured · scores · issues. Live data: /api/ledger/scores?model=apptronik-apollo.
Claims vs measured
2 of 6 claims carry a measured value; the rest are claims without a measured figure in the evidence.
| Claim | Measured value | Article |
|---|---|---|
| Lifts 20 pounds | 20 | I Tested The Apptronik Apollo: Here's the truth of $50,000 Humanoid Robot |
| Costs $50,000 | 50000 | I Tested The Apptronik Apollo: Here's the truth of $50,000 Humanoid Robot |
Show 4 claims without a measured value
| Claim | Article |
|---|---|
| reduces manual simulation modeling time from weeks to hours | Google DeepMind uses Gemini 4 Argon to teach Apptronik’s Apollo humanoid new skills from video |
| 87% score on the Embodied Reasoning benchmark | Google DeepMind uses Gemini 4 Argon to teach Apptronik’s Apollo humanoid new skills from video |
| teach Apptronik's Apollo humanoid new skills | Google DeepMind uses Gemini 4 Argon to teach Apptronik’s Apollo humanoid new skills from video - Robotics & Automation News |
| from video | Google DeepMind uses Gemini 4 Argon to teach Apptronik’s Apollo humanoid new skills from video - Robotics & Automation News |
Scores — what the coverage says, not what this site thinks
13 analyzed article(s). Sentiment index mean 68.6 (n=7); recommendation index mean — no recommendation signal recorded. Verdicts (the author’s own conclusion): buy 0, wait 3, skip 0, mixed 0, not determined 10.
The sentiment and recommendation indices and the verdict are measurements of the source article and its author — this site never rates a product. See Methodology.
Reported issues
| Issue reported | Articles | Example |
|---|---|---|
| lack of information on performance, features, and pricing | 1 | Apptronik Apollo vs UBTECH Walker S2: Which 2026 Factory Humanoid Offers the Better Business Case? |
| Battery life | 1 | I Tested The Apptronik Apollo: Here's the truth of $50,000 Humanoid Robot |
| Payload capacity | 1 | I Tested The Apptronik Apollo: Here's the truth of $50,000 Humanoid Robot |
Articles about this model
13 analyzed of 13 articles. Each card shows the AI analysis of that article: sentiment and recommendation indices measure the article and its author, and the verdict is the author’s own conclusion.
Apptronik Apollo · youtube · Apptronik Apollo
Introducing the Apollo Humamoid Robot by Apptronik · youtube · Apptronik Apollo
The Apollo Humamoid Robot by Apptronik is a humanoid robot introduced by the company Apptronik. The video has 168,605 views and is 3 years old. No information is provided about the robot's features, capabilities, or performance.
Apptronik Apollo vs UBTECH Walker S2: Which 2026 Factory Humanoid Offers the Better Business Case? · youtube · Apptronik Apollo
The article compares the Apptronik Apollo and UBTECH Walker S2 humanoid robots, focusing on their business case in 2026. However, the article does not provide any specific information on the robots' performance, features, or pricing, making it difficult to draw a clear conclusion. The author also does not mention their ownership or the source of the robots, which could impact the credibility of the comparison.
- lack of information on performance, features, and pricing
Inside Apollo 2: How Apptronik and Google DeepMind Train Humanoid Robots · youtube · Apptronik Apollo
The article discusses the training process of the humanoid robot Apollo 2, a collaboration between Apptronik and Google DeepMind. The training process involves teaching the robot to walk and perform tasks, with the goal of achieving human-like movement and dexterity. The article highlights the complexity of training a humanoid robot, citing the need for precise control and fine-tuning.
Apollo Humanoid Robot At Mercedes Factory. Apptronik · youtube · Apptronik Apollo
The article discusses the Apollo Humanoid Robot at the Mercedes factory. The robot is developed by Apptronik. The video shows the robot performing tasks at the factory.
Welcome to Robot Park, where Apptronik is building the future with Apollo 2 · youtube · Apptronik Apollo
Apptronik is showcasing its humanoid robot, Apollo 2, at Robot Park. The article does not provide information about the robot's capabilities, features, or any hands-on experience. It simply mentions that Apptronik is building the future with Apollo 2.
Agility Robotics Digit vs Apptronik Apollo: The 2026 Commercial Deployment Test · youtube · Apptronik Apollo
This article compares the Agility Robotics Digit and Apptronik Apollo humanoid robots in a 2026 commercial deployment test. The test highlights the strengths and weaknesses of each robot. The article does not provide specific details about the test, but it suggests that the Agility Robotics Digit performed well in certain areas.
Apptronik Apollo vs 1X NEO: Which 2026 Humanoid Has the More Scalable Design? · youtube · Apptronik Apollo
The article compares the design of two humanoid robots, Apptronik Apollo and 1X NEO, focusing on scalability. The author notes that the 1X NEO has a more scalable design, with a more compact and efficient architecture.
Apptronik Apollo vs Unitree H2: Comparing 2026’s Enterprise and Open-Platform Humanoids · youtube · Apptronik Apollo
This article compares the Apptronik Apollo and Unitree H2 humanoid robots. The author provides a general overview of the two robots' features, but does not provide a detailed analysis or hands-on experience with either robot. The author mentions that the Apptronik Apollo has a more advanced software platform, while the Unitree H2 has a more open-platform design. The author does not provide a clear recommendation or verdict, and does not discuss any specific use cases or issues with the robots.
Apptronik Apollo 2.0 Humanoid Robot: The Future of Work is Here! · youtube · Apptronik Apollo
The Apptronik Apollo 2.0 is a humanoid robot that promises to revolutionize the future of work. The article highlights its capabilities and potential uses, but lacks concrete evidence and specific details about its performance. The author's tone suggests a positive sentiment, but it's unclear if the robot is suitable for commercial or industrial use.
I Tested The Apptronik Apollo: Here's the truth of $50,000 Humanoid Robot · youtube · Apptronik Apollo
The article reviews the Apptronik Apollo, a $50,000 humanoid robot. The reviewer tests the robot and shares their experience. They find the robot to be impressive in its locomotion and dexterity, but have some issues with its battery life and payload capacity. The reviewer also mentions the robot's autonomy and safety features, but does not provide detailed information. The robot's software and price are also discussed, but the reviewer does not provide a clear recommendation. The article does not mention any specific use cases for the robot.
- Lifts 20 pounds — measured: 20
- Costs $50,000 — measured: 50000
- Battery life
- Payload capacity
Google DeepMind uses Gemini 4 Argon to teach Apptronik’s Apollo humanoid new skills from video · bing-news · Apptronik Apollo · 2026-10-22
Google DeepMind's Gemini 4 Argon AI model demonstrates a new robotics training technique by watching video and transferring the resulting behavior to Apptronik's Apollo humanoid robot. The 'Video-to-Sim-to-Real' pipeline reduces manual simulation modeling time from weeks to hours. The model achieves an 87% score on the Embodied Reasoning benchmark.
- reduces manual simulation modeling time from weeks to hours
- 87% score on the Embodied Reasoning benchmark
Google DeepMind uses Gemini 4 Argon to teach Apptronik’s Apollo humanoid new skills from video - Robotics & Automation News · google-news · Apptronik Apollo · 2026-10-22
Google DeepMind used Gemini 4 Argon to teach Apptronik's Apollo humanoid robot new skills from video. This technology enables the robot to learn from video data, expanding its capabilities.
- teach Apptronik's Apollo humanoid new skills
- from video