1X's lightweight humanoid at 30kg with 55 DOF. Features 12 km/h speed, 20kg payload, and soft organically-inspired mechanics for safe human interaction.
NEO Beta from 1X Technologies represents a fundamentally different approach to humanoid robotics, designed from the ground up for home environments rather than factories. Unveiled on August 30, 2024, in San Francisco and Moss, Norway, NEO Beta prioritizes safety, quiet operation, and natural interaction over raw industrial capability.
Standing 165 cm tall and weighing just 30 kg, NEO Beta is dramatically lighter than most humanoid robots. Tesla Optimus Gen 2 weighs 57 kg, and Figure 02 weighs 70 kg by comparison. This lightweight design, combined with a soft exterior using cushioned inserts where humans have muscles, eliminates pinch points and makes the robot inherently safe for close interaction. The robot operates at just 22 dB, quieter than a modern refrigerator.
NEO Beta's mobility stands out, with walking speeds of 4 km/h and sprint capability up to 12 km/h, faster than any current competitor. It can carry 20 kg (44 pounds) and operate for 2-4 hours per charge. The sensor suite includes dual 8MP fisheye RGB-D cameras with 180° field of view, LiDAR, IMUs, force-torque sensors, four microphones, and proximity sensors.
The robot uses tendon-driven actuators powered by 1X's patented technology, creating smooth, compliant movements unlike the stiff, jerky motion common in other humanoids. NEO Beta emerged from 1X's development of EVE, a wheeled humanoid deployed in security applications, with lessons learned applied to bipedal locomotion. The company raised $100 million in Series B funding in January 2024 to scale production at its Norway factory, positioning NEO Beta as a stepping stone toward consumer-ready home robots.
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