Aibo vs Beni
Side-by-side comparison of Aibo (Sony) and Beni (Mondo Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Optimized for Home & Household buyers. Priority specs lifted to the top and marked with a target.
Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AiboJapan
- BeniUnited States
Year First Available
- Aibo2018
- Beni2026
Verified Deployments
- Aibo0 Deployments
- Beni0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aibo$3,200 USD
- BeniContact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Aibo2 hrs
- Beni—
Availability Status
- AiboACTIVE
- BeniACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Autonomy Level
- Aibofully autonomous
- Beni—
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | 2026 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $3,200 USD | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 2 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | fully autonomous | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Payload Capacity, Reach, Max Speed, IP Rating
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 | Aibo | Beni |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $3,200 | No price |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $246,800 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +7713% | — |
Beni 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 Aibo and Beni?
Aibo is made by Sony, based in JP. Beni is made by Mondo Robotics, based in US.
When were Aibo and Beni launched?
Aibo launched in 2018. Beni launched in 2026.
How do Aibo and Beni compare on the Robo Index?
Aibo grades AA on the Robo Index. Beni 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 Aibo and Beni in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Companion on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Aibo and Beni?
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 hidden specs vendors hope you'll miss.
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About this comparison
Aibo vs Beni compares two robots in the companion 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.