Cassie vs Colias
Side-by-side comparison of Cassie (Agility Robotics, Inc.) and Colias (Computer Intelligence Lab at the University of Lincoln) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- CassieUnited States
- Colias—
Year First Available
- Cassie2016
- Colias2018
Verified Deployments
- Cassie0 Deployments
- Colias0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Cassie$300,000 USD
- ColiasResearch platform
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Cassie5 hrs
- Colias1.5 hrs
Availability Status
- CassieACTIVE
- ColiasACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Reach
- Cassie—
- Colias850 mm
Payload Capacity
- Cassie—
- Colias5 kg
Max Speed
- Cassie1.4 m/s
- Colias0.4 m/s
Autonomy Level
- CassiePartially Autonomous
- Colias—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2018 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $300,000 USD | Research platform |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 5 hrs | 1.5 hrs |
| 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) | — | 5 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 1.4 m/s | 0.4 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: 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 | Cassie | Colias |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $300,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 72.0 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | -$50,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | -17% | — |
Colias has 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 Cassie and Colias?
Cassie is made by Agility Robotics, Inc., based in US. Colias is made by Computer Intelligence Lab at the University of Lincoln.
When were Cassie and Colias launched?
Cassie launched in 2016. Colias launched in 2018.
How do Cassie and Colias compare on the Robo Score?
Cassie scores 56.0 on the Robo Score. Colias scores 40.9. 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.
Are Cassie and Colias 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 Cassie and Colias?
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
Cassie vs Colias 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 Score is calculated.