BOLT+ vs Zeno
Side-by-side comparison of BOLT+ (Sphero) and Zeno (Hanson Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- BOLT+United States
- ZenoHong Kong
Year First Available
- BOLT+2024
- Zeno2013
Verified Deployments
- BOLT+0 Deployments
- Zeno0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- BOLT+$137
- Zeno$14,750
Battery / Shift Runtime
- BOLT+2 hrs
- Zeno8 hrs
Availability Status
- BOLT+ACTIVE
- ZenoACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Max Speed
- BOLT+2 m/s
- Zeno1.5 m/s
Autonomy Level
- BOLT+—
- Zenosemi-autonomous
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | Hong Kong |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2024 | 2013 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $137 | $14,750 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | 2 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Max Speed (values differ) | 2 m/s | 1.5 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | semi-autonomous |
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The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Payload Capacity, Reach, IP Rating
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Frequently asked
Who makes BOLT+ and Zeno?
BOLT+ is made by Sphero, based in US. Zeno is made by Hanson Robotics, based in HK.
When were BOLT+ and Zeno launched?
BOLT+ launched in 2024. Zeno launched in 2013.
How much does BOLT+ cost compared to Zeno?
BOLT+ is listed at $137. Zeno is listed at $14,750.
How do BOLT+ and Zeno compare on the Robolist Product Score?
BOLT+ scores 47/100. Zeno scores 48/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are BOLT+ and Zeno 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 BOLT+ and Zeno?
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
BOLT+ vs Zeno 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 Robolist Product Score is calculated.