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ROBOVATIONS/CLASSIFICATION RECORD/SPECIALTY ROBOTSRELEASED 2019.10REASSESSED 2026.06.12
Misty Robotics

Misty II

Misty II is a development platform, not an autonomous robot. The expressive head and programmable arms enable skill-building, but users must write and test every task. That flexibility is the strength; the lack of pre-built autonomy is the constraint.

Misty II
LIST PRICE$3,199MSRP
FIT CHECK

Will the Misty II fit your application?

Describe your use case using the controls. Each choice reads the spec sheet for you, flagging where the Misty II is built for your space and where it isn’t.

Who you are

Primary use

Programming

Setting

A classification of fit for the conditions you set — not a recommendation. Verdicts describe engineering design intent, not test results.

SPECIFICATION

The full spec sheet.

Priced above the category median, with every figure charted against the category below.

5′9″ average adult14 in1′ 2″FRONTDimensional drawing
Key specificationsManufacturer-published
Footprint
8 × 10 in · 14 in tall✓
Weight
6 lbs✓
Battery
180 Wh · Li-ion
Wi-Fi
Supported✓
Mapping & navigation

No autonomous navigation; developer-controlled via JavaScript SDK

Where it lands · ranked across 24 specialty robotsThis robotMedianTypical range
Runtime120min
60 min960 min
Bottom of range
Price$3,199
$25$100,000
Bottom of range
Noise55dB
55 dB75 dB
Bottom of range
Charge time150min
60 min360 min
Near median
Weight6lbs
0.09 lbs2,646 lbs
Bottom of range

Position shows where the figure sits across the tracked category — not a quality judgment.

Official referencesOwner manualManufacturer site
OWNERSHIP

Living with it.

Stable hardware; firmware updates are infrequent but documentation of breaking changes is sparse.

Users report reliable power delivery, actuator response, and sensor output. No major hardware failures documented in the active research community. Firmware availability and updates lag industry standards; backward compatibility concerns arise when integrating legacy scripts post-update.

Owner effort~2 hrshands-on per month
ConsumablesNonereplaceable parts / yr
Reliability trend Stableowner-reported arc
What goes wrong · 3 documented · 0 self-recover
Occasional
Facial display screen dimmingReduced visibility of expressive feedback in varied lighting
Owner fixScreen brightness adjustment via API or hardware calibration (software-first).
Occasional
SDK endpoint deprecation or breaking API changesExisting scripts fail after firmware update; rewrite required
Owner fixScript refactor per release notes; time varies (1-8 hours depending on complexity).
Rare
Arm servo drift over extended useAccuracy loss in object manipulation tasks
Owner fixServo calibration routine or replacement ($150-300 per joint).
Upkeep routine
Monthly12×/yr
Firmware check and update availability via web dashboard; manual decision to upgrade required (backward compatibility review needed).
Yearly1×/yr
Battery health check via API; replacement cost ~$120-150 if degradation is detected.
As neededno fixed schedule
Servo calibration for arm positioning accuracy (typically after 200+ hours of active manipulation). · Screen brightness adjustment and dust cleaning on camera lenses and microphone ports. · Wheel bearing lubrication (minimal; no documented wear patterns in research deployments).
Cost over time · past the sticker

$3,199 to buy, with no regularly replaced parts. The purchase price is effectively the full cost of ownership.

Safety notes

CautionMoving arms and base during operation: Misty II's articulated arms move at speed; supervision required to prevent pinching or striking bystanders.

NoteDeveloper liability for scripted behavior: User-written scripts control the robot; creators are responsible for safe task definition and testing.

RECORD

How the assessment has moved.

Every announcement, release and reassessment behind the current classification.

Coming soon
Just launched
Active updates
Settled
Discontinued
  1. Aug 2023 · Assessment changeReadiness re-evaluated under Furhat Robotics ownership
  2. Mar 2025 · NewsCommunity SDK support maintained under Furhat Robotics stewardship
  3. Jul 2026 · AssessmentRobovations Score recorded at 54 of 100
  4. Jul 2026 · AssessmentRobovations Score revised 54 → 51
Common questions

What people actually ask.

5 answered
OperationDoes Misty II navigate and clean homes autonomously like consumer robots?
No. Misty II has no pre-built autonomous navigation, room mapping, or task scheduling. Every behavior, including movement and object interaction, requires JavaScript programming via the SDK.
OperationCan Misty II learn new tasks from demonstration or user input?
Not automatically. Misty II responds to programmed behaviors and API calls. Machine-learning integration is possible via custom scripts, but requires developer implementation and training data preparation.
OperationWhat programming experience is required to operate Misty II?
JavaScript competency is expected. Users write REST API calls to control locomotion, arm movement, and facial expression. Documentation and educational resources exist, but operational setup assumes developer-level comfort.
OperationIs Misty II still actively sold and supported?
Yes, via direct channels and education partners. Manufacturer is Furhat Robotics (formerly Misty Robotics). New units ship with current firmware, though availability may be limited to education and research channels.
OperationWhat replaces Misty II for casual education use?
Robots designed for non-programmer users (LEGO Mindstorms, VEX Robotics) offer simpler entry points. Misty II’s strength is developer-driven research, not casual learning.

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RobovationsAutonomy Ladder™Level IIAssisted AutonomyIndependent classification
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