Noetix BUMI Standard Humanoid Robot

Humanoid robotics has long had an awkward gap in the middle. At one end sit toy robots that shuffle a few steps and repeat a handful of phrases. At the other are research humanoids that need a laboratory, a technician and an institutional budget. The Noetix BUMI Standard Humanoid Robot is aimed squarely at the space between the two. It is a bipedal humanoid just under a metre tall that gets to its feet by itself, responds when spoken to, recognises everyday objects and accepts movement routines composed on a mobile phone. Noetix presents it as the world's first high-performance humanoid robot in an accessible, consumer-level class, and that ambition shapes every design decision described below.

Robots Europa, based in Dublin, supplies the Noetix BUMI to customers throughout the European Union and the DACH region, including schools, universities, makerspaces, exhibitors and private buyers. Robots Europa prepares each quotation and arranges delivery to your premises. It also remains your point of contact for support once the robot is in use, so you work with a single European partner from the first enquiry onwards.

Background

Until recently, a walking humanoid was something most people saw only in video clips or at trade fairs. BUMI belongs to a newer generation of compact humanoids designed to be owned and used day to day rather than merely demonstrated. It walks on two legs, interacts by voice and invites its owner to shape its behaviour. Noetix offers it as a family of versions rather than a single fixed product.

A family built around one body

The sources name five BUMI versions: Lite, Pro, EDU-Air, EDU-Pro and EDU-Max. They share the same compact humanoid form and the same everyday character: automatic standing, voice interaction, object recognition and phone-based control. They differ in what sits inside. The Lite version connects over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and the Pro adds a 4G/5G module. The EDU versions are oriented towards teaching and development work. EDU-Pro carries an NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano Super compute module, and EDU-Max carries an NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX. This tiered approach lets a household, a classroom and a university lab all start from the same platform while choosing the level of connectivity or onboard computing they actually need.

The technology behind an effortless experience

BUMI's engineering is visible less in raw figures than in what the owner no longer has to do. The robot stands up automatically when powered on, with no holding, balancing or calibration required, so it is ready whenever it is needed. Its voice interaction answers on request, which makes exchanges with the robot feel natural rather than mechanical. Its vision lets it recognise common objects, so interaction goes beyond conversation alone. Power comes from a quick-release smart battery, which keeps changeovers simple. Through a mobile phone, the owner can drive the robot directly and program custom movements, turning BUMI from a finished product into a personal project.

Technical Specifications

Specifications are as published by the manufacturer and are confirmed against the datasheet at quotation.

The manufacturer has not published the maximum walking speed, payload, IP rating, charging time, camera resolution, operating temperature range, body materials or box contents; all of these are confirmed at quotation.

How do the BUMI versions differ from one another?

The versions are best understood as two branches. The first, Lite and Pro, is defined by connectivity. Lite relies on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, which suits a home, a classroom or any setting with a dependable local network. Pro adds a 4G/5G module alongside Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, so the robot is not tied to a local network. That matters at events, in shop windows and on the road.

The second branch, the EDU versions, is defined by computing power. EDU-Pro integrates an NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano Super and EDU-Max an NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX, giving developers and students onboard hardware for their own perception and AI work. Across all versions, the body dimensions and the quick-release battery are stated for the BUMI line as a whole. If you need a specific configuration, mention it in your request to Robots Europa.

Does BUMI need a specialist to set up and run?

Not for everyday use, and that is precisely where it departs from laboratory humanoids. A research platform typically has to be lifted, supported and calibrated before it can take a step. BUMI stands up on its own when switched on. Interaction runs by voice, and control and programming run through a mobile phone, a device almost every teacher, student and parent already carries. The quick-release battery means a flat pack can be swapped without tools or technical knowledge.

For organisations, the practical consequence is that BUMI can be operated by the people who use it daily rather than by a dedicated robotics engineer. Deeper development work, particularly on the EDU versions with NVIDIA compute, naturally rewards technical skill. The everyday experience, however, is designed to work without it.

Who is the Noetix BUMI Standard Humanoid Robot for?

Schools and STEM educators are an obvious audience. A robot that stands, speaks and can be programmed from a phone gives lessons in coding, mechanics and artificial intelligence a tangible, motivating focus. Families and enthusiasts will value BUMI as an interactive companion that recognises objects and learns movements its owner designs, a hobby that grows with the user's skills.

Universities, research groups and advanced learners who want to run their own algorithms on the robot should look at the education branch. The Noetix BUMI EDU PRO Humanoid Robot carries an NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano Super, and the Noetix BUMI EDU MAX Humanoid Robot steps up to an NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX. Institutions starting out in the education line may also consider the Noetix BUMI EDU Air Humanoid Robot. Exhibitors, retailers and event organisers who need the robot to stay connected away from a fixed network are better served by the Noetix BUMI PRO Compact Humanoid Robot with its 4G/5G module. The full range is gathered in the Noetix BUMI category.

What is the Noetix BUMI Standard Humanoid Robot used for?

1. STEM teaching: a walking, talking focal point for lessons in programming, robotics and AI.
2. Coding clubs and makerspaces: participants design and program custom movements from a phone.
3. Home companionship: voice interaction and object recognition make the robot an engaging presence in the household.
4. Exhibitions and retail: a humanoid that stands up by itself and draws visitors to a stand or shop window.
5. Demonstrations and events: presenters can show bipedal robotics live, without a technical crew.
6. Introductory research: an accessible platform for first experiments in humanoid interaction and behaviour design.

Pricing and Availability

Robots Europa supplies the Noetix BUMI on the basis of an individual quotation that reflects the version you choose and your destination within the EU or the DACH region. Delivery, customs and support are arranged together with your quotation. If you are comparing several versions, mention them in your request and Robots Europa will cover each of them in a single quotation. A quotation request is available on this page.

Frequently Asked Questions

How large is the Noetix BUMI?

Standing, the robot measures 98cm × 35cm × 20cm (height × width × depth). Its compact size makes it practical for classrooms and homes.

What battery does BUMI use?

BUMI uses a quick-release smart battery rated at 48v 5.1Ah, which can be swapped easily between sessions.

Does the robot need help to stand up?

No. BUMI stands up automatically when powered on, with no support or adjustment required.

Can I program my own movements?

Yes. You can control the robot directly from a mobile phone and freely program custom movements of your own design.

Which version offers mobile network connectivity?

The Pro version adds a 4G/5G module to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The Lite version connects over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

Which versions include NVIDIA computing hardware?

EDU-Pro carries an NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano Super and EDU-Max an NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX.

Where can I buy the Noetix BUMI Standard Humanoid Robot and what does it cost?

You can buy it from Robots Europa, which supplies customers across the EU and the DACH region. Pricing is provided in an individual quotation that covers your chosen version, delivery and support.

Summary

BUMI fills the gap between the toy and the laboratory humanoid. It is a bipedal robot that rises by itself, answers when spoken to, recognises everyday objects and takes on movements its owner writes from a phone. One compact body, a quick-release battery and a choice of versions, from Wi-Fi-connected Lite and network-independent Pro to the NVIDIA-equipped EDU-Pro and EDU-Max, let homes, schools and development teams start at the level that suits them. Robots Europa handles the quotation, delivery and support from Dublin. Whether you are planning your first robotics lesson or a fleet for a teaching lab, this page is the starting point.