Cassie vs iRobot Create
Side-by-side comparison of Cassie (Agility Robotics, Inc.) and iRobot Create (iRobot Corporation (Amazon subsidiary)) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- CassieUnited States
- iRobot CreateUnited States
Year First Available
- Cassie2016
- iRobot Create—
Verified Deployments
- Cassie0 Deployments
- iRobot Create0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Cassie$300,000 USD
- iRobot Create$129 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Cassie5 hrs
- iRobot Create—
Availability Status
- CassieACTIVE
- iRobot CreateACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Max Speed
- Cassie1.4 m/s
- iRobot Create0.5 m/s
Autonomy Level
- CassiePartially Autonomous
- iRobot Create—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | United States | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $300,000 USD | $129 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 5 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Max Speed (values differ) | 1.4 m/s | 0.5 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: Payload Capacity, 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 | Cassie | iRobot Create |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $300,000 | $129 |
| Payback period | 72.0 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | -$50,000 | $249,871 |
| ROI (5 yr) | -17% | +193698% |
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 iRobot Create?
Cassie is made by Agility Robotics, Inc., based in US. iRobot Create is made by iRobot Corporation (Amazon subsidiary), based in US.
How much does Cassie cost compared to iRobot Create?
Cassie is listed at $300,000. iRobot Create is listed at $129.
How do Cassie and iRobot Create compare on the Robo Score?
Cassie scores 56.0 on the Robo Score. iRobot Create scores 62.4. 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 iRobot Create 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 iRobot Create?
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 iRobot Create 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.