ElliQ vs Kirobo Mini
Side-by-side comparison of ElliQ (ElliQ) and Kirobo Mini (Toyota) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ElliQUnited States
- Kirobo MiniJapan
Year First Available
- ElliQ—
- Kirobo Mini2016
Verified Deployments
- ElliQ0 Deployments
- Kirobo Mini0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- ElliQ$588 USD
- Kirobo Mini$355 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- ElliQ—
- Kirobo Mini2.5 hrs
Availability Status
- ElliQACTIVE
- Kirobo MiniACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | Japan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2016 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $588 USD | $355 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 2.5 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Payload Capacity, Reach, Max Speed, IP Rating, Autonomy Level
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 | ElliQ | Kirobo Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $588 | $355 |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $249,412 | $249,645 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +42417% | +70323% |
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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes ElliQ and Kirobo Mini?
ElliQ is made by ElliQ, based in US. Kirobo Mini is made by Toyota, based in JP.
How much does ElliQ cost compared to Kirobo Mini?
ElliQ is listed at $588. Kirobo Mini is listed at $355.
How do ElliQ and Kirobo Mini compare on the Robo Score?
ElliQ scores 51.6 on the Robo Score. Kirobo Mini scores 63.7. 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.
Are ElliQ and Kirobo Mini in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Companion on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between ElliQ and Kirobo Mini?
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 hidden specs vendors hope you'll miss.
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About this comparison
ElliQ vs Kirobo Mini compares two robots in the companion 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.