Spot vs CyberDog
Side-by-side comparison of Spot (Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary)) and CyberDog (Xiaomi) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- SpotUnited States
- CyberDogChina
Year First Available
- Spot2015
- CyberDog2021
Verified Deployments
- Spot0 Deployments
- CyberDog0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Spot$74,500 USD
- CyberDog$1,370 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Spot1.5 hrs
- CyberDog1.5 hrs
Availability Status
- SpotACTIVE
- CyberDogACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Spot14 kg
- CyberDog3 kg
Max Speed
- Spot—
- CyberDog3.2 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Spot—
- CyberDogpartially autonomous
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | 2021 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $74,500 USD | $1,370 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime | 1.5 hrs | 1.5 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 14 kg | 3 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 3.2 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | partially autonomous |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: 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 | Spot | CyberDog |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $74,500 | $1,370 |
| Payback period | 17.9 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $175,500 | $248,630 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +236% | +18148% |
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 Spot and CyberDog?
Spot is made by Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary), based in US. CyberDog is made by Xiaomi, based in CN.
When were Spot and CyberDog launched?
Spot launched in 2015. CyberDog launched in 2021.
How much does Spot cost compared to CyberDog?
Spot is listed at $74,500. CyberDog is listed at $1,370.
How do Spot and CyberDog compare on the Robo Score?
Spot scores 76.7 on the Robo Score. CyberDog scores 63.2. The Robo Score is a 0–100 credibility figure blending commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
What is the payload difference between Spot and CyberDog?
Spot carries up to 14 kg. CyberDog carries up to 3 kg.
Are Spot and CyberDog in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Quadruped on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Spot and CyberDog?
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 quadruped vendor RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
Spot vs CyberDog compares two robots in the quadruped category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Score is calculated.