Steve
by Sulu.be
Steve is a humanoid robot created by Belgian designer Jan De Coster, built to feel at home on a stage and among people.
- Height
- 210 cm
- Weight
- 140 kg
- Speed
- 2.2 m/s
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Overview & Analysis
The Steve by Sulu.be is a humanoid robot, first introduced in 2026 that represents Sulu.be's approach to human-centric automation and interaction. Steve is a humanoid robot created by Belgian designer Jan De Coster, built to feel at home on a stage and among people.
Standing at 210 cm and weighing 140 kg, its physical dimensions are well-suited for human-scale environments for humanoid applications. With a maximum speed of 2.2 m/s, it enables efficient task completion within its operational environment.
The Steve is positioned as a competitive option in the humanoid space, offering a balanced combination of capability and value, offering a focused set of capabilities for humanoid applications without the overhead of advanced AI features.
Common Use Cases
- 1Manufacturing assembly and quality inspection
- 2Warehouse logistics and material handling
- 3Research and development in human-centric environments
- 4Customer service and reception in public spaces
- 5Elderly and healthcare assistance
Strengths
- ✓Mobility speed of 2.2 m/s enables efficient task completion in human environments
- ✓Human-compatible form factor allows operation in existing infrastructure without modification
Considerations
- !Battery life specifications not yet published — runtime may be a factor for extended deployments
- !Regulatory approval for autonomous operation in public spaces varies by jurisdiction
- !Integration with existing IT infrastructure and safety systems requires careful planning
Who Should Consider the Steve?
The Steve is ideal for organizations that need a general-purpose robot capable of operating in human-designed environments. Research institutions exploring humanoid locomotion and manipulation, logistics companies seeking flexible automation, and enterprises evaluating the future of human-robot collaboration should consider this platform. If your use case requires a robot that can navigate stairs, open doors, and use tools designed for people, the Steve warrants serious evaluation.
Competitive Landscape
Within the humanoid robot category, the Steve competes with platforms like Tesla Optimus Gen 2, Figure 01, Dexmate Vega. Each robot in this space offers different trade-offs between capability, cost, and availability. Use our comparison tools to evaluate the Steve against specific alternatives for your use case, or explore the full humanoid robot database to discover all available options.
Full Specifications
| Specification | Steve Sulu.be humanoid |
|---|---|
| Status | active |
📐Physical Dimensions | |
| Height | 210 cm |
| Weight | 140 kg |
⚡Performance Specs | |
| Max Speed | 2.2 m/s |
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