Tesla says its humanoid robot could soon be doing chores in your living room — but there’s a big “apparently” attached to that claim.
Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Elon Musk said Tesla plans to start selling its Optimus robot to private customers in late 2027. This would mark the company’s first real push into household robotics.
According to Musk, Optimus is already working inside Tesla factories, where it handles relatively simple jobs like sorting and transporting materials. The latest, second-generation version — unveiled in December — is lighter and faster. Additionally, it is fitted with more dexterous hands. Tesla believes this puts it on a path toward more complex tasks.
The idea is that Optimus could eventually help out with everyday jobs like cleaning, laundry, or serving food. Moreover, Musk says the robot will take on more advanced factory work in 2026. Home use will follow a year later, assuming it clears Tesla’s safety requirements.
That timeline, however, is where things get fuzzy. While Tesla has made clear progress with Optimus in controlled environments, moving a humanoid robot into unpredictable home settings is a far bigger leap. Even Musk acknowledged that strict safety standards would need to be met before the robot could be sold to consumers.
Pricing is also still up in the air. Tesla has previously suggested it wants Optimus to cost under $30,000. However, there’s been no confirmation of what a consumer-ready model would actually sell for or what capabilities would be included at launch.
Online reaction to the announcement has been mixed, leaning sceptical. On Reddit, many users pointed to Tesla’s long history of ambitious timelines that slipped, from full self-driving to robotaxis and the long-delayed new Roadster. For some, Optimus entering homes by 2027 feels similarly optimistic.
Investors, on the other hand, appear more convinced. Tesla’s stock reportedly rose following Musk’s comments, suggesting confidence or at least enthusiasm around the idea of robots becoming a new revenue stream.
For now, Optimus remains more promise than product for consumers. Tesla has shown it can build a humanoid robot that works in factories. However, whether one will be folding your laundry in two years’ time is still very much an open question.
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