CyberDog vs LittleDog
Side-by-side comparison of CyberDog (Xiaomi) and LittleDog (Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary)) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- CyberDogChina
- LittleDogUnited States
Year First Available
- CyberDog2021
- LittleDog2019
Verified Deployments
- CyberDog0 Deployments
- LittleDog0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- CyberDog$1,370 USD
- LittleDogContact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- CyberDog1.5 hrs
- LittleDog2 hrs
Availability Status
- CyberDogACTIVE
- LittleDogACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- CyberDog3 kg
- LittleDog5 kg
Max Speed
- CyberDog3.2 m/s
- LittleDog—
Autonomy Level
- CyberDogpartially autonomous
- LittleDog—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2021 | 2019 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $1,370 USD | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 1.5 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 3 kg | 5 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 3.2 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: 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 | CyberDog | LittleDog |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $1,370 | No price |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $248,630 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +18148% | — |
LittleDog 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 CyberDog and LittleDog?
CyberDog is made by Xiaomi, based in CN. LittleDog is made by Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary), based in US.
When were CyberDog and LittleDog launched?
CyberDog launched in 2021. LittleDog launched in 2019.
How do CyberDog and LittleDog compare on the Robo Score?
CyberDog scores 63.2 on the Robo Score. LittleDog scores 67.9. 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.
What is the payload difference between CyberDog and LittleDog?
CyberDog carries up to 3 kg. LittleDog carries up to 5 kg.
Are CyberDog and LittleDog in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Quadruped on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between CyberDog and LittleDog?
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 quadruped vendor RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
CyberDog vs LittleDog compares two robots in the quadruped 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.