Sean
Sean is a compact, functional humanoid robot engineered by Zeroth Robotics for consistent and stable handling in regulated environments. Standing at 155cm tall, it prioritizes practical utility over anatomical resemblance, featuring streamlined three-finger grippers optimized for safe human interaction and effective grabbing of everyday objects. Sean operates with a maximum speed of 3km/h and can handle payloads up to 3kg per arm. Its reliability stems from an HD-4K vision system paired with onboard edge AI computing, enabling autonomous decision-making. The robot’s structure combines aluminum alloy with composite panels for durability. Designed for research, AI development, home assistance, and retail applications, Sean represents a pragmatic step toward scalable humanoid structures, though it is not yet available for commercial purchase.
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Sean is a humanoid system developed by Zeroth in China and launched in 2026. Starting price is estimated at $50,000 - $150,000. It is currently ranked #149 in most-viewed humanoid robots on Origin of Bots. It supports packages, precision instruments. Operating battery runtime is rated at 4 hours on full charge. Primary applications include Home tasks, retail assistance, research. Featured in editorial articles including “Zeroth Unveils Sean, a Practical Humanoid Robot for Home Tasks and Teleoperation Training”.
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Q1. What is Sean, and what problem is it designed to solve?
Sean is a practical humanoid robot by Zeroth Robotics featuring three-finger grippers, designed for reliable handling and safe human interaction in structured environments.
Q2. What are the main capabilities and key features of Sean?
Sean focuses on practical interaction using compact three-finger grippers instead of full hands, enabling reliable object handling and safe operation.
Q3. Who is Sean built for, and which industries can benefit from it?
Sean is intended for structured environments where reliable handling is needed, targeting users requiring safe human-robot interaction in commercial or home settings.
Q4. Is Sean a commercial product or still a research prototype?
Sean is a practical humanoid robot developed by Zeroth Robotics with a focus on real-world utility, indicating it is positioned as a commercial product rather than a prototype.
Q5. Is Sean currently available for purchase, and when is it expected to ship?
As of 2026, Sean is part of Zeroth's lineup; shipping timelines depend on distributor fulfillment following pre-orders, with general availability targeted for 2026.
Q6. How does Sean actually work in real-world environments?
Sean uses the Zeroth Gripper to allow users to physically train it to adapt to specific environments, supporting practical task execution in structured settings.
Q7. When was Sean announced or officially launched?
Zeroth Robotics emerged from stealth with its official U.S. launch at CES 2026 in January 2026, unveiling its lineup including Sean.
Q8. How is Sean different from other robots in the same category?
Sean differs by using compact three-finger grippers instead of full hands, prioritizing practical interaction and reliable handling over general dexterity.
Q9. Does Sean require additional development or customization after purchase?
Users can physically train Sean using the Zeroth Gripper to adapt it to their specific environment, suggesting minimal post-purchase development is needed.
Q10. What is the future roadmap or planned upgrades for Sean?
Zeroth expects its full five-robot lineup to roll out in the U.S. in 2026, with plans to expand availability from early commercial deployments toward broader household adoption.
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