ALLEX
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ALLEX is a cutting-edge humanoid robot developed by WIRobotics in South Korea, designed for versatile real-world applications including household assistance, elder care, manufacturing, and medical support. Standing approximately 170 cm tall and weighing around 60 kg, ALLEX features 15 degrees of freedom in its arms, enabling delicate and precise movements with a fingertip force of 40 Newtons. It incorporates advanced force sensing without tactile sensors, gravity compensation to reduce mechanical stress, and a modular design allowing users to deploy full-body, arm-only, or hand-only configurations. ALLEX aims to safely and naturally interact with humans, performing tasks such as folding clothes, pouring drinks, and lifting loads up to 30 kg. Its lightweight yet strong design and AI-driven responsiveness position it as a significant step toward affordable, widely available humanoid robots by 2030.
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ALLEX is a humanoid robot made by WIRobotics in South Korea, launched in 2025 and built for precision force-controlled assembly, delicate part insertion, and compliant human handover. Its estimated price is USD 50,000 – 100,000. Featured in “ALLEX Wows CES 2026 with 40N Handshake Demos, NVIDIA Talks” and “ALLEX Sparks Mass Production Inquiries Post-Launch”.
- Dimensions
- 165 cm (H) x 60 cm (W) x 40 cm (D)
- Weight
- 55 kg (Full assembly)
- Handles
- Sub-millimeter precision dual-arm manipulation with 15-DoF compliant hands (40 N fingertip force)
- Battery runtime
- 2-3 hours of continuous operation under typical usage
- Operating environment
- Indoor and outdoor use, all-weather capable with protective casing
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WIRobotics unveils the upper body of ALLEX, its first general-purpose humanoid, at KOREATECH in Cheonan, South Korea.
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Q1. What is ALLEX, and what problem is it designed to solve?
ALLEX is a humanoid robot developed by WIRobotics, a South Korean robotics company founded in 2021. According to the manufacturer, ALLEX is designed to address labor shortages and assist with tasks requiring human-like dexterity and mobility in industrial and service environments.
Q2. What are the main capabilities and key features of ALLEX?
WIRobotics unveiled the upper body of ALLEX in summer 2025. The company positions the robot as capable of performing tasks requiring fine motor control and human-like interaction, building on insights gained from its wearable robotics platform.
Q3. Who is ALLEX built for, and which industries can benefit from it?
ALLEX targets industrial automation, manufacturing, and service sectors where humanoid form factors offer advantages for human-centric environments. The robot is positioned for applications requiring interaction with existing infrastructure designed for human workers.
Q4. Is ALLEX a commercial product or still a research prototype?
ALLEX remains in the advanced development phase. WIRobotics announced the upper body prototype in 2025 and is advancing toward commercialization, with the company currently in the execution phase of global partnerships as of early 2026.
Q5. Is ALLEX currently available for purchase, and when is it expected to ship?
ALLEX is not yet available for commercial purchase. WIRobotics has not announced specific shipping timelines or pre-order availability. The company is focusing on partnership development and field testing prior to broader market introduction.
Q6. How does ALLEX actually work in real-world environments?
Limited operational details are publicly available. WIRobotics leverages data and experience from its commercial wearable robotics platform (WIM) to inform ALLEX's development, suggesting the company is using real-world deployment insights to refine humanoid capabilities.
Q7. When was ALLEX announced or officially launched?
WIRobotics unveiled the upper body of ALLEX in summer 2025. The company presented the robot at CES 2026 in January, marking a transition from technology demonstration to execution phase for global partnerships.
Q8. How is ALLEX different from other robots in the same category?
WIRobotics differentiates ALLEX through integration with its established wearable robotics platform and real-world deployment data. The company emphasizes practical commercialization experience, having deployed its WIM wearable robot since 2023 across multiple markets.
Q9. Does ALLEX require additional development or customization after purchase?
Customization details have not been disclosed. WIRobotics is currently in partnership development phases, suggesting that application-specific configurations may be addressed through collaborations with industrial partners.
Q10. What is the future roadmap or planned upgrades for ALLEX?
WIRobotics has announced plans to expand joint development and global market opportunities for ALLEX with partners. The company targets broader commercialization following the execution phase initiated at CES 2026, with specific timelines and feature roadmaps not yet publicly detailed.
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