Pudu D9 vs Hoxo Robot at a glance
Pudu D9 is quicker, with a top speed of 2 m/s versus 1 m/s for Hoxo Robot. Pudu D9 has more degrees of freedom (42 against 28 for Hoxo Robot), which allows finer movement. Pudu D9 is lighter at 65 kg, compared with 80 kg for Hoxo Robot.
| Key specs | Pudu D9 | Hoxo Robot |
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| Price | $150,000–$200,000 | — |
| Weight | 65 kg | 80 kg |
| Top speed | 2 m/s (stronger) | 1 m/s |
| Runtime | — | 6 hours |
| Degrees of freedom | 42 (stronger) | 28 |
| Payload | 10 kg (stronger) | 5 kg |
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- Only Pudu D9 is marketed for warehouse and logistics work, home help and elder care and hospitality, retail and public-facing roles.
- Only Hoxo Robot is marketed for hazardous or high-risk work.
- Both suit factory and manufacturing work and research labs, so compare the specs for that use.
The D9 by Pudu Robotics is a full-sized bipedal humanoid robot positioned for industrial automation, service robotics, research, healthcare, and warehouse logistics. Standing at 170 cm tall and weighing 65 kg, it features 42 degrees of freedom, a maximum walking speed of 2 m/s, and advanced visual semantic SLAM for navigation.
The Hoxo Robot by Orano and Capgemini targets nuclear plant inspection, hazardous zone monitoring, and human-robot collaboration in industrial settings. With dimensions of 170 x 50 x 40 cm and weighing 80 kg, it offers a max walking speed of 1 m/s and 4-year battery life. It stands out with specialized sensors like stereo cameras, LiDAR, ultrasonic sensors, and gyroscope, alongside indoor SLAM navigation tailored for technical gesture execution in high-risk environments.
Detailed Analysis
Design & Build Quality

Pudu D9
D9 measures 170 x 50 x 40 cm and weighs 65 kg, featuring 42 degrees of freedom for human-like movement and dexterous PUDU DH11 hands with 11 degrees of freedom and maximum joint torque of 352 N·m. Hoxo Robot matches dimensions at 170 x 50 x 40 cm but is heavier at 80 kg. Both employ humanoid proportions suited for industrial tasks, though D9's lighter build and higher degrees of freedom support greater agility. Pudu D9's body is made from aluminum frame and soft materials in hand areas. Hoxo Robot's body is made from aluminum frame, composite panels and soft polymer coverings.
Mobility & Navigation

Hoxo Robot
D9 achieves a maximum walking speed of 2 m/s using visual semantic SLAM, LiDAR mapping, and real-time 3D mapping for obstacle navigation and terrain adaptation. Hoxo Robot reaches 1 m/s (3.6 km/h) with indoor SLAM, visual SLAM, and LiDAR mapping focused on structured environments. D9's higher speed and semantic capabilities provide an edge in dynamic settings like warehouses. Pudu D9's mobility type is legged. Hoxo Robot's mobility type is legged. Pudu D9 has 42 degrees of freedom, carries 10 kg per arm and can deadlift 20 kg. Hoxo Robot has 28 degrees of freedom, carries 5 kg per arm and can deadlift 10 kg.
Sensors & Perception

Pudu D9
D9 integrates RGB cameras, RGBD cameras, tactile sensors across 12 areas with 1018 pixels, IMU, force sensors, and auditory sensors for comprehensive perception. Hoxo Robot uses RGB cameras, stereo cameras, LiDAR, ultrasonic sensors, IMU, gyroscope, and force sensors. D9's tactile density and RGBD enable finer manipulation, while Hoxo's stereo and ultrasonic suit precise indoor localization. Pudu D9 weighs 65 kg. Hoxo Robot weighs 80 kg. Pudu D9's safety features include force limiting, collision detection, emergency stop and collaborative mode. Hoxo Robot's safety features include force limiting, collision detection, emergency stop and collaborative mode.
AI Capabilities

Hoxo Robot
Both robots support autonomous control, teleoperation, and learned behaviors, with D9 emphasizing reinforcement learning algorithms that improve from human demonstrations. D9 delivers 275 TOPS computing power for embodied intelligence tasks. Hoxo relies on proprietary AI modules without specified compute metrics, aligning AI for hazardous monitoring and gesture execution. Pudu D9 is listed as fully autonomous with teleoperation fallback. Hoxo Robot is listed as semi-autonomous with teleoperation fallback. Hoxo Robot's control method is listed as autonomous, teleoperation, learned behaviors. Pudu D9's sensors include RGB cameras, RGBD cameras, tactile sensors and force sensors. Hoxo Robot's sensors include RGB cameras, stereo cameras, ultrasonic sensors and force sensors.
Battery & Power Efficiency

Pudu D9
Pudu D9 recharges in 2 hours. Hoxo Robot runs for 6 hours per charge and recharges in 2 hours. Pudu D9's listed uses include industrial automation, service robotics, research and development and healthcare assistance. Hoxo Robot's listed uses include nuclear plant inspection, technical gesture execution and hazardous zone monitoring. Hoxo Robot reaches 1 m/s. Pudu D9 navigates with visual semantic SLAM, LiDAR mapping and real-time 3D mapping. Hoxo Robot navigates with indoor SLAM, visual SLAM and LiDAR mapping. Per the record, Pudu D9 has 42 degrees of freedom, carries 10 kg per arm and can deadlift 20 kg. Per the record, Hoxo Robot has 28 degrees of freedom, carries 5 kg per arm and can deadlift 10 kg.
Use-Case Suitability

Hoxo Robot
D9 suits broad applications in industrial automation, healthcare assistance, warehouse logistics, and research with capabilities for stair navigation and 20 kg payload handling. Hoxo excels in nuclear inspections, hazardous monitoring, and technical gestures in controlled industrial zones. D9's versatility contrasts with Hoxo's specialization in high-risk, collaborative environments. Per the record, Hoxo Robot's listed uses include nuclear plant inspection, technical gesture execution and hazardous zone monitoring. For reference, Hoxo Robot has 28 degrees of freedom, carries 5 kg per arm and can deadlift 10 kg.
Software Ecosystem

Pudu D9
Both utilize ROS2-based operating systems with proprietary AI software and APIs; D9 adds general programming integration, while Hoxo specifies Python and C++ APIs. This shared foundation enables custom development for automation tasks. Compatibility supports deployment across industrial and service sectors. Per the record, Hoxo Robot's control method is listed as autonomous, teleoperation, learned behaviors. For reference, Pudu D9 has 42 degrees of freedom, carries 10 kg per arm and can deadlift 20 kg. Per the record, Pudu D9 weighs 65 kg. Per the record, Hoxo Robot weighs 80 kg.
Safety Features

Hoxo Robot
D9 and Hoxo both incorporate force limiting, collision detection, emergency stop, and collaborative modes for human-robot interaction. These features ensure safe operation in shared workspaces. Identical safety protocols align with industrial standards. Pudu D9 recharges in 2 hours. Hoxo Robot runs for 6 hours per charge and recharges in 2 hours. Pudu D9 reaches 2 m/s. Hoxo Robot runs ROS2-based, proprietary AI modules, Python and C++ APIs. For reference, Pudu D9 weighs 65 kg. For reference, Hoxo Robot weighs 80 kg. Per the record, Pudu D9's sensors include RGB cameras, RGBD cameras, tactile sensors and force sensors. Per the record, Hoxo Robot's sensors include RGB cameras, stereo cameras, ultrasonic sensors and force sensors.
Capabilities & Operational Tasks
Head-to-head comparison of what Pudu D9 and Hoxo Robot can do, their applications, and capabilities.
What Can Pudu D9 & Hoxo Robot Do?
187 tasks listed for both, 6 only for Pudu D9, 5 only for Hoxo Robot.
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5Technical Specifications
Pudu D9 and Hoxo Robot differ on 22 of the 32 specifications listed for both.
Manipulation & Load Capacity
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Kinematic Architecture & Dexterity
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Energy & Power Management
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is lighter, Pudu D9 or Hoxo Robot?
Pudu D9 is lighter at 65 kg, compared with 80 kg for Hoxo Robot.
Which uses is each robot marketed for, Pudu D9 or Hoxo Robot?
Only Pudu D9 is marketed for warehouse and logistics work, home help and elder care and hospitality, retail and public-facing roles. Only Hoxo Robot is marketed for hazardous or high-risk work. Both suit factory and manufacturing work and research labs, so compare the specs for that use.
How much does Pudu D9 cost?
Pudu D9 is listed at $150,000–$200,000.
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