CB2 vs Geminoid HI-1
Side-by-side comparison of CB2 (Osaka University) and Geminoid HI-1 (Kokoro, ATR, and Ishiguro Lab) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- CB2Japan
- Geminoid HI-1Japan
Year First Available
- CB22006
- Geminoid HI-12006
Verified Deployments
- CB20 Deployments
- Geminoid HI-10 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- CB2Research platform
- Geminoid HI-1$1,000,000 USD
Availability Status
- CB2ACTIVE
- Geminoid HI-1ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Autonomy Level
- CB2semi-autonomous
- Geminoid HI-1teleoperated
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | Japan | Japan |
| Year First Available | 2006 | 2006 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Research platform | $1,000,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | semi-autonomous | teleoperated |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Payload Capacity, Reach, Max Speed, 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 | CB2 | Geminoid HI-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $1,000,000 |
| Payback period | — | 240.0 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | -$750,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | -75% |
CB2 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 CB2 and Geminoid HI-1?
CB2 is made by Osaka University, based in JP. Geminoid HI-1 is made by Kokoro, ATR, and Ishiguro Lab, based in JP.
When were CB2 and Geminoid HI-1 launched?
CB2 launched in 2006. Geminoid HI-1 launched in 2006.
How do CB2 and Geminoid HI-1 compare on the Robo Index?
CB2 grades B on the Robo Index. Geminoid HI-1 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 CB2 and Geminoid HI-1 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 CB2 and Geminoid HI-1?
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
CB2 vs Geminoid HI-1 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 Index is calculated.