Astrobee Queen vs Kirobo
Side-by-side comparison of Astrobee Queen (NASA) and Kirobo (Toyota) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Astrobee QueenUnited States
- KiroboJapan
Year First Available
- Astrobee Queen2019
- Kirobo2013
Verified Deployments
- Astrobee Queen0 Deployments
- Kirobo0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Astrobee Queen—
- Kirobo2.5 hrs
Availability Status
- Astrobee QueenACTIVE
- KiroboACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Autonomy Level
- Astrobee Queenfully autonomous
- Kirobo—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | Japan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2019 | 2013 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | — | 2.5 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: Price, 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 | Astrobee Queen | Kirobo |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Astrobee Queen, Kirobo have 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 Astrobee Queen and Kirobo?
Astrobee Queen is made by NASA, based in US. Kirobo is made by Toyota, based in JP.
When were Astrobee Queen and Kirobo launched?
Astrobee Queen launched in 2019. Kirobo launched in 2013.
How do Astrobee Queen and Kirobo compare on the Robo Index?
Astrobee Queen grades BB on the Robo Index. Kirobo 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 Astrobee Queen and Kirobo in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Research on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Research robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Research TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: The real cost of a research platform.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Astrobee Queen and Kirobo?
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 research-robot procurement RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
Astrobee Queen vs Kirobo compares two robots in the research 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.