Aibo vs Kuri
Side-by-side comparison of Aibo (Sony) and Kuri (Mayfield Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robolist Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AiboJapan
- KuriUnited States
Year First Available
- Aibo2018
- Kuri2017
Verified Deployments
- Aibo0 Deployments
- Kuri0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Aibo$2,900
- Kuri$899
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Aibo2 hrs
- Kuri3 hrs
Availability Status
- AiboACTIVE
- KuriACTIVE
Physical
Robot Weight
- Aibo—
- Kuri6.4 kg
Dimensions
- Aibo—
- Kuri300x500x500
Navigation & Safety
Navigation Type
- Aiboother
- Kuriother
Power
Battery Runtime
- Aibo2 hrs
- Kuri3 hrs
Auto Docking
- Aibo—
- KuriYes
Integration
Floor Compatibility
- Aibo—
- Kurihard floor,low pile carpet,high pile carpet
Display & UX
Voice Interaction
- Aibo—
- KuriYes
Languages Supported
- Aibo—
- KuriEnglish
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aibo$2,900
- Kuri$899
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $2,900 | $899 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 2 hrs | 3 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical | ||
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 6.4 kg |
| Dimensions (values differ) | — | 300x500x500 |
| Navigation & Safety | ||
| Navigation Type | other | other |
| Power | ||
| Battery Runtime (values differ) | 2 hrs | 3 hrs |
| Auto Docking (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Integration | ||
| Floor Compatibility (values differ) | — | hard floor,low pile carpet,high pile carpet |
| Display & UX | ||
| Voice Interaction (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Languages Supported (values differ) | — | English |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $2,900 | $899 |
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The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Payload, Tray Count, Compartment Type, IP Rating, Max Speed, Min Passable Width, Charge Time, Hot-Swap Battery, Elevator API, PMS / POS Integration, Fleet Management, Display Size, Noise Level, RaaS / Month, Warranty
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Frequently asked
Who makes Aibo and Kuri?
Aibo is made by Sony, based in JP. Kuri is made by Mayfield Robotics, based in US.
When were Aibo and Kuri launched?
Aibo launched in 2018. Kuri launched in 2017.
How much does Aibo cost compared to Kuri?
Aibo is listed at $2,900. Kuri is listed at $899.
How do Aibo and Kuri compare on the Robolist Index?
Aibo scores 72/100. Kuri scores 44/100. The Robolist Index blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Aibo and Kuri in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Hospitality Service on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Hospitality Service robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Hospitality Service TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Service Robot TCO Across Hotels, Restaurants, Retail, and Senior Care.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Aibo and Kuri?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Service Robot SLAs and Contract Red Flags.
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Service Robot TCO Across Hotels, Restaurants, Retail, and Senior Care
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About this comparison
Aibo vs Kuri compares two robots in the hospitality-service category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robolist Index is calculated.