EMYS vs Lego Boost
Side-by-side comparison of EMYS (EMYS Inc.) and Lego Boost (Lego) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- EMYSUnited States
- Lego Boost—
Year First Available
- EMYS2018
- Lego Boost2017
Verified Deployments
- EMYS0 Deployments
- Lego Boost0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- EMYS$800 USD
- Lego Boost$160 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- EMYS2 hrs
- Lego Boost—
Availability Status
- EMYSACTIVE
- Lego BoostACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- EMYS—
- Lego Boost5 kg
Reach
- EMYS—
- Lego Boost850 mm
Max Speed
- EMYS—
- Lego Boost1 m/s
Autonomy Level
- EMYSsemi-autonomous
- Lego Boost—
| ||
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $800 USD | $160 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 2 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | 5 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | — | 850 mm |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 1 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | semi-autonomous | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: 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 | EMYS | Lego Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $800 | $160 |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $249,200 | $249,840 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +31150% | +156160% |
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 EMYS and Lego Boost?
EMYS is made by EMYS Inc., based in US. Lego Boost is made by Lego.
When were EMYS and Lego Boost launched?
EMYS launched in 2018. Lego Boost launched in 2017.
How much does EMYS cost compared to Lego Boost?
EMYS is listed at $800. Lego Boost is listed at $160.
How do EMYS and Lego Boost compare on the Robo Score?
EMYS scores 55.7 on the Robo Score. Lego Boost scores 56.6. 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 EMYS and Lego Boost in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Education on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between EMYS and Lego Boost?
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 Education Robot Vendor RFP: Questions and Red Flags.
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About this comparison
EMYS vs Lego Boost compares two robots in the education 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.