Spot vs SpotMini
Side-by-side comparison of Spot (Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary)) and SpotMini (Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary)) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- SpotUnited States
- SpotMiniUnited States
Year First Available
- Spot2015
- SpotMini2017
Verified Deployments
- Spot0 Deployments
- SpotMini0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Spot$74,500 USD
- SpotMini$75,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Spot1.5 hrs
- SpotMini1.5 hrs
Availability Status
- SpotACTIVE
- SpotMiniACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Spot14 kg
- SpotMini14 kg
IP Rating
- Spot—
- SpotMiniIP42
Max Speed
- Spot—
- SpotMini1.9 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Spot—
- SpotMinisemi-autonomous
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | United States | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $74,500 USD | $75,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) | 1.5 hrs | 1.5 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) | 14 kg | 14 kg |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | IP42 |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 1.9 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | semi-autonomous |
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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 | SpotMini |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $74,500 | $75,000 |
| Payback period | 17.9 mo | 18.0 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $175,500 | $175,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +236% | +233% |
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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes Spot and SpotMini?
Spot is made by Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary), based in US. SpotMini is made by Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary), based in US.
When were Spot and SpotMini launched?
Spot launched in 2015. SpotMini launched in 2017.
How much does Spot cost compared to SpotMini?
Spot is listed at $74,500. SpotMini is listed at $75,000.
How do Spot and SpotMini compare on the Robo Score?
Spot scores 76.9 on the Robo Score. SpotMini scores 41.1. 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 SpotMini?
Spot carries up to 14 kg. SpotMini carries up to 14 kg.
Are Spot and SpotMini 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 SpotMini?
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 SpotMini 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.