Colias vs TIAGo Pro
Side-by-side comparison of Colias (Computer Intelligence Lab at the University of Lincoln) and TIAGo Pro (PAL Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Colias—
- TIAGo ProSpain
Year First Available
- Colias2018
- TIAGo Pro2026
Verified Deployments
- Colias0 Deployments
- TIAGo Pro0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Colias$80
- TIAGo Pro$90,000
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Colias1.5 hrs
- TIAGo Pro10 hrs
Availability Status
- ColiasACTIVE
- TIAGo ProACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Colias5 kg
- TIAGo Pro3 kg
Reach
- Colias850 mm
- TIAGo Pro960 mm
Max Speed
- Colias0.3 m/s
- TIAGo Pro1.5 m/s
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | Spain |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | 2026 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $80 | $90,000 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 1.5 hrs | 10 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 5 kg | 3 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 850 mm | 960 mm |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 0.3 m/s | 1.5 m/s |
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The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: IP Rating, Autonomy Level
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Frequently asked
Who makes Colias and TIAGo Pro?
Colias is made by Computer Intelligence Lab at the University of Lincoln. TIAGo Pro is made by PAL Robotics, based in ES.
When were Colias and TIAGo Pro launched?
Colias launched in 2018. TIAGo Pro launched in 2026.
How much does Colias cost compared to TIAGo Pro?
Colias is listed at $80. TIAGo Pro is listed at $90,000.
How do Colias and TIAGo Pro compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Colias scores 56/100. TIAGo Pro scores 69/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Colias and TIAGo Pro 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 TIAGo Pro?
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 TIAGo Pro 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.