Colias vs Geminoid HI
Side-by-side comparison of Colias (Computer Intelligence Lab at the University of Lincoln) and Geminoid HI (Ishiguro Lab, ATR, and Kokoro) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Colias—
- Geminoid HIJapan
Year First Available
- Colias2018
- Geminoid HI2006
Verified Deployments
- Colias0 Deployments
- Geminoid HI0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- ColiasResearch platform
- Geminoid HI$1,000,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Colias1.5 hrs
- Geminoid HI—
Availability Status
- ColiasACTIVE
- Geminoid HIACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Colias5 kg
- Geminoid HI—
Reach
- Colias850 mm
- Geminoid HI—
Max Speed
- Colias0.4 m/s
- Geminoid HI—
Autonomy Level
- Colias—
- Geminoid HIfully autonomous
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | Japan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | 2006 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Research platform | $1,000,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 1.5 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 5 kg | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 850 mm | — |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 0.4 m/s | — |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | fully autonomous |
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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 | Colias | Geminoid HI |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $1,000,000 |
| Payback period | — | 240.0 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | -$750,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | -75% |
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 Colias and Geminoid HI?
Colias is made by Computer Intelligence Lab at the University of Lincoln. Geminoid HI is made by Ishiguro Lab, ATR, and Kokoro, based in JP.
When were Colias and Geminoid HI launched?
Colias launched in 2018. Geminoid HI launched in 2006.
How do Colias and Geminoid HI compare on the Robo Index?
Colias grades BB on the Robo Index. Geminoid HI grades BBB. 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 Colias and Geminoid HI 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 Colias and Geminoid HI?
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
Colias vs Geminoid HI 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.