Colias vs Robear
Side-by-side comparison of Colias (Computer Intelligence Lab at the University of Lincoln) and Robear (RIKEN) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Year First Available
- Colias2018
- Robear2009
Verified Deployments
- Colias0 Deployments
- Robear0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Colias$80
- Robear$79
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Colias1.5 hrs
- Robear—
Availability Status
- ColiasACTIVE
- RobearACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Reach
- Colias850 mm
- Robear—
Payload Capacity
- Colias5 kg
- Robear40 kg
Max Speed
- Colias0.3 m/s
- Robear—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | 2009 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $80 | $79 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 1.5 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 850 mm | — |
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 5 kg | 40 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 0.3 m/s | — |
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Frequently asked
Who makes Colias and Robear?
Colias is made by Computer Intelligence Lab at the University of Lincoln. Robear is made by RIKEN.
When were Colias and Robear launched?
Colias launched in 2018. Robear launched in 2009.
How much does Colias cost compared to Robear?
Colias is listed at $80. Robear is listed at $79.
How do Colias and Robear compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Colias scores 56/100. Robear scores 56/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Colias and Robear 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 Robear?
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 Robear 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 Robolist Product Score is calculated.