ACR vs K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR)
Side-by-side comparison of ACR (Hyundai Motor Group) and K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) (Knightscope) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ACRSouth Korea
- K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR)United States
Year First Available
- ACR2025
- K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR)2023
Verified Deployments
- ACR0 Deployments
- K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR)0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- ACR$40,250 USD
- K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR)Contact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- ACR—
- K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR)1.5 hrs
Availability Status
- ACRACTIVE
- K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR)ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- ACR50 kg
- K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR)100 kg
Reach
- ACR5,565 mm
- K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR)1,500 mm
Max Speed
- ACR1.3 m/s
- K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR)1.3 m/s
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | South Korea | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2025 | 2023 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $40,250 USD | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | — | 1.5 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 50 kg | 100 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 5,565 mm | 1,500 mm |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 1.3 m/s | 1.3 m/s |
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The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: IP Rating, Autonomy Level
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ROI Comparison
Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.
Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | ACR | K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $40,250 | No price |
| Payback period | 9.7 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $209,750 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +521% | — |
K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) has no listed price, so payback can't be computed. Contact the manufacturer for a quote.
Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.
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Frequently asked
Who makes ACR and K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR)?
ACR is made by Hyundai Motor Group, based in KR. K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) is made by Knightscope, based in US.
When were ACR and K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) launched?
ACR launched in 2025. K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) launched in 2023.
How do ACR and K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) compare on the Robo Index?
ACR grades AA on the Robo Index. K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) grades BBB. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are ACR and K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Security on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between ACR and K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR)?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: The security-robot vendor RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
ACR vs K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) compares two robots in the security category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Index is calculated.