Aldebaran · NAO 6

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NAO 6

Bipedal humanoid for education, therapy, and reception in K-12 and university settings.

3.65

Enterprise Ready for Education & Therapy

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Pricing

$17K – $20K

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Why it matters

Special education classrooms for autism spectrum support—NAO's predictable, patient interactions help students practice social skills in low-anxiety settings.
University human-robot interaction research—a standardized platform with published SDK, full sensor access, and 20-year academic track record.
K-12 STEM curricula—introductory programming from visual blocks (Choregraphe) to Python, making robotics tangible for learners aged 6–18.

Two-decade academic pedigree

NAO has 20 years of published HRI research, autism-support studies, and university curricula behind it—unmatched track record for social robotics deployment in education.

Payload

Not applicable (tabletop robot; designed for gesture and interaction, not object carrying)

Battery life

60 minutes active use, up to 90 minutes normal use; 90-minute recharge cycle

Speed

0.6 km/h walking speed

Height

1200 mm

Width

600 mm

Depth

600 mm

Weight

50 kg

Navigation

Vision-led navigation (estimated)

Connectivity

Wi-Fi / cloud fleet management (estimated)

Charging

Manual / battery swap

Environment

Indoor

Navigation & autonomy

Obstacle avoidance
Multi-floor
Elevator support

Interaction

Voice interaction
Screen interaction

Operations & fleet

Autonomous charging
Fleet management
Requires building integration

Environment

Indoor
Outdoor

Best for

When to deploy this.

Special education classrooms for autism spectrum support—NAO's predictable, patient interactions help students practice social skills in low-anxiety settings.
University human-robot interaction research—a standardized platform with published SDK, full sensor access, and 20-year academic track record.
K-12 STEM curricula—introductory programming from visual blocks (Choregraphe) to Python, making robotics tangible for learners aged 6–18.

Limitations

When to skip it.

Battery life capped at 90 minutes—requires daily charging; unsuitable for extended multi-hour shifts or continuous operation.
No autonomous locomotion or navigation—cannot move between rooms or handle stairs; strictly tabletop or single-room robot.
Limited payload and gripper force—cannot carry objects, manipulate heavy items, or perform industrial assembly; designed for gesture and speech, not material handling.

Decision snapshot

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Deployment readiness

82Strong

ROI confidence

75Review

Site fit

88Strong

Maintenance load

40Medium

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Payback lens

12-18 mo

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Buying model

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$17K - $20K

Supplier readiness

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Deployment

How operationally ready this robot is for production deployment today.

ROI clarity

Confidence in the published ROI numbers — how likely the savings actually materialize.

Labor replacement

Share of the human task this category can credibly offload.

Environment fit

Fit with your target environment — lighting, floor type, congestion.

Maintenance risklower is better

Expected maintenance load and downtime risk. Lower is better.

Future potential

Long-horizon strategic upside — where the platform points 3+ years out.

Performance2.0

Reliability4.0

Ease of deployment4.0

Market maturity5.0

Value for money3.0

Innovation3.0

Safety5.0

Support & ecosystem5.0

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Dimensions, weight, and core sensor specs from RobotLAB reseller documentation and manufacturer datasheets. Pricing from authorized resellers (RobotLAB) in Q2 2026; standard NAO V6 starts at $16,990, AI Edition at $19,990; RaaS lease options confirmed June 2026. Battery life, connectivity, and language support verified from multiple reseller and official Aldebaran/SoftBank Robotics sources. Deployment numbers (13,000+ units in 70+ countries) and use-case adoption (autism therapy, RoboCup, HRI research) confirmed via multiple independent sources. Official product page at aldebaran.com/en/nao6/; official press kit URL provided but content not accessible in real-time.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Aldebaran NAO 6 cost?

Aldebaran NAO 6 is priced at $16,990–$19,990 (manufacturer list pricing; final quotes vary by configuration and region).

What is Aldebaran NAO 6 best used for?

Aldebaran NAO 6 is best suited for: Special education classrooms for autism spectrum support—NAO's predictable, patient interactions help students practice social skills in low-anxiety settings. · University human-robot interaction research—a standardized platform with published SDK, full sensor access, and 20-year academic track record. · K-12 STEM curricula—introductory programming from visual blocks (Choregraphe) to Python, making robotics tangible for learners aged 6–18..

Can I buy Aldebaran NAO 6 today?

Yes — Aldebaran NAO 6 is commercially available and shipping today.

What are the best alternatives to Aldebaran NAO 6?

Buyers most often weigh Aldebaran NAO 6 against AgiBot A2, agibot X2 series, PAL Robotics TIAGO. Use Robofy's head-to-head compare pages for a spec-by-spec breakdown.

NAO 6

Bipedal humanoid for education, therapy, and reception in K-12 and university settings.

3.65

Enterprise Ready for Education & Therapy

AI-assisted rating · No verified user reviews yet · Be the first to rate

Deploy Now

Pricing

$17K – $20K

Opens Aldebaran's own product page in a new tab. Robofy is independent — we research and compare, but pricing and orders happen on the manufacturer's site.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Aldebaran NAO 6 cost?

Aldebaran NAO 6 is priced at $16,990–$19,990 (manufacturer list pricing; final quotes vary by configuration and region).

What is Aldebaran NAO 6 best used for?

Can I buy Aldebaran NAO 6 today?

Yes — Aldebaran NAO 6 is commercially available and shipping today.

What are the best alternatives to Aldebaran NAO 6?

Buyers most often weigh Aldebaran NAO 6 against AgiBot A2, agibot X2 series, PAL Robotics TIAGO. Use Robofy's head-to-head compare pages for a spec-by-spec breakdown.