EMIEW3 vs Pibo
Side-by-side comparison of EMIEW3 (Hitachi) and Pibo (Circulus Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- EMIEW3Japan
- PiboSouth Korea
Year First Available
- EMIEW32016
- Pibo2020
Verified Deployments
- EMIEW30 Deployments
- Pibo0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Battery / Shift Runtime
- EMIEW33 hrs
- Pibo2 hrs
Availability Status
- EMIEW3ACTIVE
- PiboACTIVE
Physical
Robot Weight
- EMIEW315 kg
- Pibo—
Payload
- EMIEW315 kg
- Pibo—
Navigation & Safety
Navigation Type
- EMIEW3slam natural
- Piboother
Power
Battery Runtime
- EMIEW33 hrs
- Pibo2 hrs
Charge Time
- EMIEW3—
- Pibo5 hrs
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | South Korea |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2020 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 3 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 15 kg | — |
| Payload (values differ) | 15 kg | — |
| Navigation & Safety | ||
| Navigation Type (values differ) | slam natural | other |
| Power | ||
| Battery Runtime (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 3 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Charge Time (values differ) | — | 5 hrs |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Tray Count, Compartment Type, Dimensions, IP Rating, Max Speed, Min Passable Width, Auto Docking, Hot-Swap Battery, Elevator API, PMS / POS Integration, Fleet Management, Floor Compatibility, Display Size, Voice Interaction, Noise Level, Languages Supported, Price (USD), RaaS / Month, Warranty
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 | EMIEW3 | Pibo |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
EMIEW3, Pibo have 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes EMIEW3 and Pibo?
EMIEW3 is made by Hitachi, based in JP. Pibo is made by Circulus Co., Ltd., based in KR.
When were EMIEW3 and Pibo launched?
EMIEW3 launched in 2016. Pibo launched in 2020.
How do EMIEW3 and Pibo compare on the Robo Score?
EMIEW3 scores 62.8 on the Robo Score. Pibo scores 61.5. 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 EMIEW3 and Pibo in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Hospitality Service on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Hospitality Service robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Hospitality Service TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Service Robot TCO Across Hotels, Restaurants, Retail, and Senior Care.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between EMIEW3 and Pibo?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Service Robot SLAs and Contract Red Flags.
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About this comparison
EMIEW3 vs Pibo compares two robots in the hospitality-service 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.