The American company Nori Robotics, based in San Francisco, has unveiled the Nori A3 humanoid robot, priced at $1,688. The device is assembled in the United States, and shipments of the second limited batch are expected to begin in fall 2026.

The company positions the robot as an affordable platform for automating household tasks. Unlike most modern humanoid robots, the Nori A3 does not walk on two legs. Instead, it is equipped with a wheeled base that allows it to move around a room while the upper part of its body performs physical tasks.

The robot has 19 degrees of freedom, and its body design allows it to change the position of its head and arms. The Nori A3 can lift loads of up to 55 kilograms vertically. When its arms are fully extended, the maximum load decreases to 1.5 kilograms.

For spatial navigation, the robot uses LiDAR and four 720p cameras positioned around its arms, head, and neck. The device is also equipped with a microphone and speaker, allowing it to receive voice commands.

A single battery charge provides approximately six to eight hours of operation.

The manufacturer states that the robot is designed not only to demonstrate its capabilities but also to perform everyday household tasks. The Nori A3 can take food out of a refrigerator, pour drinks, load dishes into a dishwasher, and fold clothes.

One of the platform’s notable features is the Skill Marketplace, which functions similarly to an app store for the robot. Owners will be able to share skills they have created and install functions developed by other users. This is intended to expand the capabilities of the Nori A3 beyond its initial set of tasks.

The first Nori robots were shipped to customers on July 21. At the same time, the company has previously produced its devices in small batches, so availability of the Nori A3 may remain limited if demand is high.

The Nori A3 is not a fully fledged bipedal humanoid and is slower and less capable than more expensive robots. However, the combination of manipulators, sensors, software, and a $1,688 price tag makes it one of the more affordable options for using physical artificial-intelligence systems in the home.