Alpha 1E vs Kamigami
Side-by-side comparison of Alpha 1E (UBTECH Robotics Corp Ltd.) and Kamigami (Dash Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Alpha 1EChina
- KamigamiUnited States
Year First Available
- Alpha 1E—
- Kamigami2015
Verified Deployments
- Alpha 1E0 Deployments
- Kamigami0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Alpha 1E$850 USD
- Kamigami$50 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Alpha 1E1 hrs
- Kamigami1 hrs
Availability Status
- Alpha 1EACTIVE
- KamigamiACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Max Speed
- Alpha 1E—
- Kamigami1.2 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Alpha 1E—
- Kamigamiteleoperated
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2015 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $850 USD | $50 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) | 1 hrs | 1 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 1.2 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | teleoperated |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Payload Capacity, Reach, 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 | Alpha 1E | Kamigami |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $850 | $50 |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $249,150 | $249,950 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +29315% | +499900% |
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 Alpha 1E and Kamigami?
Alpha 1E is made by UBTECH Robotics Corp Ltd., based in CN. Kamigami is made by Dash Robotics, based in US.
How much does Alpha 1E cost compared to Kamigami?
Alpha 1E is listed at $850. Kamigami is listed at $50.
How do Alpha 1E and Kamigami compare on the Robo Index?
Alpha 1E grades BBB on the Robo Index. Kamigami grades AA. 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 Alpha 1E and Kamigami in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Education on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Alpha 1E and Kamigami?
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
Alpha 1E vs Kamigami compares two robots in the education 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.