Aibo vs Potaro
Side-by-side comparison of Aibo (Sony) and Potaro (Toyota Motor Corporation) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AiboJapan
- PotaroJapan
Year First Available
- Aibo2018
- Potaro2023
Verified Deployments
- Aibo0 Deployments
- Potaro0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Aibo$2,900
- PotaroContact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Aibo2 hrs
- Potaro—
Availability Status
- AiboACTIVE
- PotaroACTIVE
Navigation & Safety
Navigation Type
- Aiboother
- Potarolidar slam
Power
Battery Runtime
- Aibo2 hrs
- Potaro—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aibo$2,900
- PotaroContact for quote
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | Japan | Japan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | 2023 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $2,900 | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | 2 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Navigation & Safety | ||
| Navigation Type (values differ) | other | lidar slam |
| Power | ||
| Battery Runtime (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | 2 hrs | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $2,900 | Contact for quote |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Payload, Robot Weight, Tray Count, Compartment Type, Dimensions, IP Rating, Max Speed, Min Passable Width, Charge Time, Auto Docking, Hot-Swap Battery, Elevator API, PMS / POS Integration, Fleet Management, Floor Compatibility, Display Size, Voice Interaction, Noise Level, Languages Supported, RaaS / Month, Warranty
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Frequently asked
Who makes Aibo and Potaro?
Aibo is made by Sony, based in JP. Potaro is made by Toyota Motor Corporation, based in JP.
When were Aibo and Potaro launched?
Aibo launched in 2018. Potaro launched in 2023.
How do Aibo and Potaro compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Aibo scores 49/100. Potaro scores 39/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Aibo and Potaro 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 Potaro?
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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About this comparison
Aibo vs Potaro 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 Product Score is calculated.