Aibo vs EVO
Side-by-side comparison of Aibo (Sony) and EVO (Ozobot) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AiboJapan
- EVOUnited States
Year First Available
- Aibo2018
- EVO2016
Verified Deployments
- Aibo0 Deployments
- EVO0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Aibo$3,200 USD
- EVOUp to $2,990 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Aibo2 hrs
- EVO1 hrs
Availability Status
- AiboACTIVE
- EVOACTIVE
Cross-Category Comparison
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | 2016 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $3,200 USD | Up to $2,990 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 2 hrs | 1 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
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Frequently asked
Who makes Aibo and EVO?
Aibo is made by Sony, based in JP. EVO is made by Ozobot, based in US.
When were Aibo and EVO launched?
Aibo launched in 2018. EVO launched in 2016.
How do Aibo and EVO compare on the Robo Index?
Aibo grades AA on the Robo Index. EVO grades AAA. 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 EVO comparable?
Aibo is categorized as Companion; EVO as Education. The Robo Index is calculated per category, so the absolute scores reflect their respective category tiers.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Aibo and EVO?
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 Education Robot Vendor RFP: Questions and Red Flags.
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About this comparison
Aibo vs EVO compares two robots in the companion and education categories. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Index is calculated.