Preorder · U.S. deliveries 2026 (company-stated)

1X NEO — What's Real, What's Next

NEO is 1X's consumer-aimed humanoid for household chores. Preorders are open; the company states U.S. deliveries start in 2026. Options shown: $20,000 Early Access or $499/month subscription.

Last updated: November 7, 2025

At-a-Glance

Availability (Home)

Preorder Open

First U.S. deliveries in 2026 (company-stated)

Pricing

$20,000 / $499/mo

Early Access ownership or subscription model (later ship)

Positioning

Household Helper

Household chores with "Expert Mode" teleoperation when autonomy falls short

Home Readiness Score

72/100
Availability 35 Safety 12 Tasks 15 Support 6 Price Clarity 4

Why It Matters

  • First consumer humanoid with public pricing and preorder program—forces real support infrastructure
  • Teleoperation transparency sets realistic expectations vs. pure autonomy promises
  • 2026 delivery target makes this the earliest potential home deployment at scale

Latest Notable Updates

Fall 2025

Preorder details reiterated—two purchase paths, 2026 delivery window. Company confirms Early Access ownership model at $20,000 and subscription option at $499/month.

Summer–Fall 2025

Continued autonomy improvements demonstrated in controlled environments; teleoperation remains integral part of the reliability stack for complex scenarios.

Release Timeline (Home Milestones)

2025

Preorders/Early-Access Program Live Company-Stated

Public preorder program accepting $20,000 Early Access commitments and $499/month subscription reservations.

2026

First Consumer Deliveries in the U.S. Company-Stated

Company targets initial shipments to Early Access customers. Subscription model deliveries to follow.

Capabilities & Demos

Works Today (with teleop assist as needed)

  • Tidying and object organization
  • Dish loading/unloading
  • Laundry handling
  • Basic pickup and placement tasks

In Training / Limits

  • Stair navigation
  • Fine motor cooking preparation
  • Fast clutter navigation
  • Complex multi-step sequences

Safety/Operations

  • E-stop emergency controls
  • Remote takeover capability
  • Geofencing for at-home pilots
  • "Expert Mode" human supervision

Specs Snapshot

Height: ~1.6–1.7 m (5'3"–5'7")

Mobility: Bipedal locomotion

Manipulation: Five-finger hands

Payload: Light household objects

Battery: Swappable (details evolving)

Note: Public spec sheets are evolving; numbers kept conservative pending final production confirmation.

Pricing & Programs

Early Access

$20,000

Ownership Model

  • ✓ Prioritized 2026 delivery
  • ✓ Full ownership rights
  • ✓ Early access onboarding
  • ✓ Remote assistance included

Subscription

$499/mo

Monthly Model

  • ✓ Later shipping window
  • ✓ No upfront hardware cost
  • ✓ Details may change
  • ✓ Support included

Support

Early access onboarding programs; remote assistance; spare parts policy details TBD.

Risks & Open Questions

Key Considerations

  • Real-world home reliability in varied conditions (clutter, pets, lighting variations)
  • Hand wear and tear patterns; maintenance cadence requirements
  • Degree of teleoperation dependence in first shipments vs. autonomy progress
  • Support infrastructure scaling from preorder to volume production
  • Insurance and liability frameworks for in-home operation

FAQ (Selected)

Can I buy one now?

You can place a preorder through the Early Access program ($20,000) or subscription reservation ($499/month); deliveries are planned for 2026 in the U.S.

Is it fully autonomous?

No—teleoperation ("Expert Mode") is part of the product design, with human operators available to take over when needed. Autonomy continues to improve over time.

What chores actually work today?

Light pickup and organization, dish and laundry handling, basic tidying tasks. Complex sequences and fine motor tasks remain in training.

What's the difference between Early Access and Subscription?

Early Access is a $20,000 ownership purchase with prioritized 2026 delivery. Subscription is $499/month with later shipping; full program details still evolving.