FT-6DOF-NB vs Mini
Side-by-side comparison of FT-6DOF-NB (Shantou Flying Technology Inc.) and Mini (Sphero) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- FT-6DOF-NB—
- MiniUnited States
Year First Available
- FT-6DOF-NB2024
- Mini2017
Verified Deployments
- FT-6DOF-NB0 Deployments
- Mini0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- FT-6DOF-NB$122 USD
- Mini$130 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- FT-6DOF-NB1 hrs
- Mini1 hrs
Availability Status
- FT-6DOF-NBACTIVE
- MiniACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Reach
- FT-6DOF-NB—
- Mini1,700 mm
Payload Capacity
- FT-6DOF-NB8 kg
- Mini20 kg
Max Speed
- FT-6DOF-NB—
- Mini1 m/s
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2024 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $122 USD | $130 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime | 1 hrs | 1 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Reach (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | — | 1,700 mm |
| Payload Capacity (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 8 kg | 20 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 1 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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Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes FT-6DOF-NB and Mini?
FT-6DOF-NB is made by Shantou Flying Technology Inc.. Mini is made by Sphero, based in US.
When were FT-6DOF-NB and Mini launched?
FT-6DOF-NB launched in 2024. Mini launched in 2017.
How much does FT-6DOF-NB cost compared to Mini?
FT-6DOF-NB is listed at $122. Mini is listed at $130.
How do FT-6DOF-NB and Mini compare on the Robo Index?
FT-6DOF-NB scores 65/100. Mini scores 75/100. The Robo Index blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are FT-6DOF-NB and Mini 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 FT-6DOF-NB and 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 Education Robot Vendor RFP: Questions and Red Flags.
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About this comparison
FT-6DOF-NB vs Mini 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 Index is calculated.