BrickBot EV3 vs Qbo One
Side-by-side comparison of BrickBot EV3 (Lego) and Qbo One (Thecorpora) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- BrickBot EV3—
- Qbo OneSpain
Year First Available
- BrickBot EV32016
- Qbo One2017
Verified Deployments
- BrickBot EV30 Deployments
- Qbo One0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- BrickBot EV3$169 USD
- Qbo One$249 USD
Availability Status
- BrickBot EV3ACTIVE
- Qbo OneACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Reach
- BrickBot EV3—
- Qbo One850 mm
Payload Capacity
- BrickBot EV30.4 kg
- Qbo One5 kg
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | Spain |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $169 USD | $249 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Reach (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | — | 850 mm |
| Payload Capacity (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 0.4 kg | 5 kg |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Max Speed, IP Rating, Autonomy Level
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 | BrickBot EV3 | Qbo One |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $169 | $249 |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $249,831 | $249,751 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +147829% | +100302% |
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 BrickBot EV3 and Qbo One?
BrickBot EV3 is made by Lego. Qbo One is made by Thecorpora, based in ES.
When were BrickBot EV3 and Qbo One launched?
BrickBot EV3 launched in 2016. Qbo One launched in 2017.
How much does BrickBot EV3 cost compared to Qbo One?
BrickBot EV3 is listed at $169. Qbo One is listed at $249.
How do BrickBot EV3 and Qbo One compare on the Robo Index?
BrickBot EV3 grades A on the Robo Index. Qbo One grades A. 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 BrickBot EV3 and Qbo One 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 BrickBot EV3 and Qbo One?
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
BrickBot EV3 vs Qbo One 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.