Boston Dynamics Atlas (Electric) vs Tesla, Inc. Optimus
Dataset date: 2026-09-20
Height to scale. Width is schematic, derived from weight; not a measured body width.
open outline: claimed → demonstrated · hatched: demonstrated · filled dot: first delivery recorded
Evidence sheet
| Property | Boston Dynamics Atlas (Electric) | Tesla, Inc. Optimus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height (cm) | 190 cm1 | 173 cm2 | -17 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 90 kg1 | 57 kg2 | -33 kg |
| Degrees of freedom | 561 | no sourced value | no sourced value |
| Walking speed (km/h) | no sourced value | no sourced value | no sourced value |
| Payload (kg) | 50 kg1 | 20 kg2 | -30 kg |
| Battery runtime (min) | 240 min1 | no sourced value | no sourced value |
| Hands | no sourced value | no sourced value | — |
| Latest price | no sourced value | USD 30,0002 | — |
| Announced | 2024-04-173 | 2021-08-192 | -32 mo |
| First customer delivery | 2026-01-044 | no sourced value | no sourced value |
| Delivery status | shipped | demonstrated | — |
Notes
- 50 kg (110 lbs) (accessed 2026-09-20) — source
- Carrying capacity: 45 lb (20 kg) (accessed 2026-09-20) — source
- This week we announced the retirement of our hydraulic Atlas and unveiled what comes next—a fully electric Atlas robot designed for real-world applications. (accessed 2026-09-20) — source
- Atlas practiced sorting roof racks without human help (accessed 2026-09-20) — source
Cite this comparison: https://humanoidrecord.com/compare/boston-dynamics-atlas-electric-vs-tesla-optimus/ (accessed 2026-09-20)
Correct this comparison or email corrections@humanoidrecord.com.