Figure 03 vs Next-Gen IRON (XPENG)

Figure 03 measures 167 x 60 x 50 cm and weighs 45 kg, featuring soft textile coverings and multi-density foam for home safety and maneuverability in tight spaces. In contrast, Next‑Gen IRON is larger at 178 x 50 x 40 cm with a weight of 70 kg, built for industrial durability with force limiting and collision detection safety mechanisms. The lighter, padded design of Figure 03 suits domestic settings, while Next‑Gen IRON's sturdier frame supports heavier tasks.

Figure 03 moves at a speed of 4.2 km/h, equipped with vision-language-action AI, SLAM, and mmWave data offload to enhance navigation in dynamic home environments. Next‑Gen IRON offers faster movement at 7 km/h (1.9 m/s), utilizing visual SLAM, LiDAR mapping, and indoor SLAM for precise navigation in larger or more complex commercial spaces. Both robots rely on autonomous control, but Next‑Gen IRON extends capabilities with teleoperation and learned behaviors.

The sensory suite of Figure 03 includes six cameras, a palm camera, tactile fingertip sensors, and an advanced audio system designed for detailed close-range task execution and speech reasoning. Next‑Gen IRON integrates RGB and stereo cameras, LiDAR, ultrasonic and force sensors, IMU, gyroscope, temperature, and embedded touch sensors, offering a broader sensory scope tailored for complex environment mapping and interaction.

Figure 03 employs the Helix AI system, a vision-language-action neural network that processes visual and linguistic inputs to generate physical actions, enabling advanced household task performance and conversational reasoning. Next‑Gen IRON runs a proprietary OS based on ROS2 supporting Python and C++ APIs, with autonomous, teleoperated, and learned behavior control modes, positioning it as a versatile platform for multiple sectors beyond home use.

Figure 03’s battery supports a runtime around 5 hours and wireless charging capabilities optimized for home use. Next‑Gen IRON has a 4-year battery lifespan, with no specified runtime details, but its design suggests energy management suitable for intensive industrial or commercial tasks. Both prioritize safety features in battery design.

Figure 03 is tailored for home assistance including household chores, elderly care, and light object manipulation, focusing on environments requiring delicate interaction and safety. Next‑Gen IRON suits customer interaction, industrial inspection, sales assistance, and healthcare, designed for more physically demanding and diverse operational contexts.

Both robots leverage ROS-based systems—Figure 03 uses Helix AI built on ROS and Linux for open API access in Python and C++, while Next‑Gen IRON operates on a proprietary ROS2 OS with similar API support. Figure 03 emphasizes continuous fleet learning via mmWave data offload, whereas Next‑Gen IRON supports teleoperation and learned behaviors to extend functional adaptability.

Figure 03 incorporates multi-density foam padding, soft textiles, emergency stop, obstacle avoidance, and pinch point protection for safe domestic use. Next‑Gen IRON includes force limiting, collision detection, emergency stop, and collaborative modes addressing safety in shared human-robot industrial environments.

Figure 03 is priced between $50,000 and $70,000, making it more accessible for home users seeking advanced tactile manipulation and conversational AI. Next‑Gen IRON ranges from $120,000 to $150,000, reflecting its industrial-grade sensors, faster speed, and versatile control modes geared toward commercial applications.