🇭🇰 Hanson Robotics
Hong Kong-based robotics company founded by American roboticist David Hanson, known for lifelike social humanoid robots using its patented Frubber skin. Its most famous creation, Sophia, became a global media and AI-marketing phenomenon after activation in 2016.
Humanoid robots by Hanson Robotics
2 · scored byHMX
History · 2 robots recorded, current and past
Full history →Every model and generation from Hanson Robotics the index has recorded, including retired and merged ones. Nothing is deleted; each robot's full version history is one click away.
| Year | Robot | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Sophia | commercial | history |
| 2022 | Desdemona | prototype | history |
Company record: 1 version and 1 earlier update recorded. See every change →
Hanson in 2026: lineup, ranking and funding
Hanson has 2 ranked models across 1 category in this catalogue. Counts and ranks cover all its models, including later pages; specification scores do not establish independently tested performance.
Among its 2 humanoid records, each score is compared within that category. Its highest-scoring, Sophia, ranks 125th of 169 on the HMX at 38.4. Its scores in this category range from 27.3 to 38.4.
1 of its 2 ranked records claim commercial or limited-production maturity. Deployment evidence is reported separately.
Hanson Robotics has disclosed $22m in funding, 46th among 55 companies reporting funding. These figures are not independently audited.
Frequently asked questions about Hanson
What robots does Hanson make?
This catalogue contains 2 ranked models. Its category leaders include Sophia.
What is Hanson's best robot?
Each category has its own score and leader: Sophia (HMX 38.4, 125th of 169). Composite scores are compared within categories.
Can you buy the Sophia?
Its recorded stage is commercial, with a published price of $300,000. Confirm availability and terms with the maker.
Where is Hanson Robotics based?
Hanson Robotics is based in Hong Kong, founded in 2013.