Agility Robotics DigitvsSanctuary AI Phoenix Gen 7
Side-by-side comparison of Agility Robotics Digit and Sanctuary AI Phoenix Gen 7: specs, price, use cases and SDKs.

Digit
Warehouse bipedal humanoid

Phoenix Gen 7
Cognitive humanoid with Carbon AI
Specifications
| Spec | Digit | Phoenix Gen 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (USD) | $250,000 | $250,000 |
| Category | humanoid | humanoid |
| Payload | 16 kg | 25 kg |
| Runtime | 4 h | 6 h |
| Weight | 65 kg | 70 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom | — | 40 |
- Logistics
- Warehousing
- Tote handling
- Retail stocking
- Manufacturing
- Labor automation
When to pick which
Choose the Agility Robotics Digit v4 for high-throughput logistics operations, specifically within brownfield warehouse environments requiring continuous tote handling or truck unloading. Digit’s hot-swappable LiPo battery system is a critical advantage for 24/7 facilities where downtime for charging is not an option. Its ROS2 bridge and Agility Arc platform make it the superior choice for enterprise-scale deployments that require integration into existing fleet management software. If your primary goal is automating the movement of 16kg totes between conveyors and racks with a proven bipedal gait, Digit’s specialized mobility and mature software stack offer a more deployment-ready solution for industrial logistics.
Opt for the Sanctuary AI Phoenix Gen 7 for complex manufacturing or retail stocking tasks that demand high manual dexterity and cognitive decision-making. With 40 degrees of freedom—double that of Digit—Phoenix is better suited for intricate manipulation tasks like sorting diverse retail inventory or assembling components on a factory floor. Its higher 25kg payload capacity and longer 6-hour runtime allow for heavier duty cycles in labor-intensive environments. Buyers prioritizing AI-driven adaptability and fine motor skills over simple bipedal transport should leverage the Carbon AI platform to automate varied, non-repetitive manual labor where high-fidelity hand movements are essential.
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