Optimus Gen 2 vs DR02: Specs, Price & ROS Support Compared (2025)
Tesla vs DEEP Robotics — independent, side-by-side analysis.
Quick Verdict
DR02 leads in faster speed. Overall, DR02 has an edge in 1 out of 1 compared categories.
Optimus Gen 2
Tesla
DR02
DEEP Robotics
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Optimus Gen 2 DR02
Specifications
$20,000–$30,000 target at scale; not for sale, no MSRP. Optimus V3 not unveiled as of Sep 2026; Fremont line being installed, production expected later in 2026 (Q2 2026 update)PriceContact
168 cmHeight175 cm
57 kgWeight—
28DOF—
20 kgPayload20 kg
8hRuntime—
2.2 m/sSpeed4 m/s
YesStairsYes
NoLiDARYes
Tesla FSD custom SoCCompute275 TOPS
Task Capabilities
✓Pick up a box from shelf✓
◔Open a door handle◔
◔Pour liquid into cup✕
◔Use a power tool◔
✕Type on keyboard✕
✓Climb stairs with load✓
◔Walk on uneven terrain✓
✕Run (>3 m/s)✓
◔Crouch under obstacle◔
◔Navigate in crowd◔
✓Recognize & locate objects✓
◔Respond to voice commands?
✓Detect humans nearby✓
✓Work 8-hour shift✓
✕Hot-swap battery?
◔Operate 24/7 (with charging)✓
✕Work in rain (IP65+)✓
?Work below 0°C✓
?Work in dusty environment✓
◔Work safely alongside humans◔
Ecosystem Openness
5
Optimus Gen 2
/100
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DR02
Fully proprietary. No public SDK/API. Closed ecosystem.
Pros and cons at a glance
Optimus Gen 2
Pros
- Long runtime (8h per charge) for full-shift operation
- 28 degrees of freedom — full-body articulation
Cons
- Still in development, no commercial availability
- Unit price not publicly disclosed (quote-on-request or enterprise-only)
- Closed software stack — no public SDK or ROS support
DR02
Pros
- Shipping to customers (verified commercial availability)
- Ships with LiDAR for robust depth sensing in low-light environments
Cons
- Unit price not publicly disclosed (quote-on-request or enterprise-only)
- Closed software stack — no public SDK or ROS support
Frequently asked questions
How do Optimus Gen 2 and DR02 compare on price?
Optimus Gen 2: $20,000–$30,000 target at scale; not for sale, no MSRP. Optimus V3 not unveiled as of Sep 2026; Fremont line being installed, production expected later in 2026 (Q2 2026 update). DR02: Contact.
Is Optimus Gen 2 or DR02 actually available to buy?
Optimus Gen 2 is in active development without commercial availability. DR02 is shipping to customers. Status reflects the vendor's published commercial position as of the last review and can change between announcement and actual delivery.
Does Optimus Gen 2 or DR02 use LiDAR?
DR02 ships with LiDAR for depth sensing; Optimus Gen 2 does not. LiDAR adds cost and complexity but improves obstacle detection in low-light or low-contrast environments.
Last updated: 2025