Geminoid DK vs Robbyant R1
Side-by-side comparison of Geminoid DK (Kokoro, Ishiguro Lab, ATR, Aalborg University) and Robbyant R1 (Ant Lingbo Technology) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Geminoid DK—
- Robbyant R1China
Year First Available
- Geminoid DK2011
- Robbyant R12025
Verified Deployments
- Geminoid DK0 Deployments
- Robbyant R10 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Geminoid DK$165,000 USD
- Robbyant R1$55,000 USD
Availability Status
- Geminoid DKACTIVE
- Robbyant R1ACTIVE
Physical Form Factor
Weight
- Geminoid DK40 kg
- Robbyant R1110 kg
Height
- Geminoid DK130 mm
- Robbyant R1170 mm
Mobility Type
- Geminoid DKstatic
- Robbyant R1—
Humanoid Subtype
- Geminoid DKanthropomorphic torso
- Robbyant R1—
Walking Speed
- Geminoid DK—
- Robbyant R11.5 m/s
Stair Climbing
- Geminoid DKNo
- Robbyant R1No
Terrain
- Geminoid DKflat indoor
- Robbyant R1flat indoor, uneven outdoor
Payload & Dexterity
Total DOF
- Geminoid DK12
- Robbyant R134
Arm DOF
- Geminoid DK—
- Robbyant R12
Bimanual Coordination
- Geminoid DKNo
- Robbyant R1No
Compute & AI
Onboard Compute
- Geminoid DKCustom server and control infrastructure
- Robbyant R1MX6800 depth engine chip
VLM Capable
- Geminoid DKNo
- Robbyant R1No
Foundation Models
- Geminoid DKfalse
- Robbyant R1—
Imitation Learning
- Geminoid DKNo
- Robbyant R1No
Teleoperation
- Geminoid DKnone
- Robbyant R1—
Programming
- Geminoid DKteleoperation
- Robbyant R1Open-source
Battery & Power
Battery Swap
- Geminoid DKNo
- Robbyant R1No
Software
SDK Languages
- Geminoid DKJava
- Robbyant R1Python
ROS Support
- Geminoid DKNo
- Robbyant R1No
Open API
- Geminoid DKNo
- Robbyant R1Yes
Reliability
Deployment Maturity
- Geminoid DKprototype
- Robbyant R1commercial
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Geminoid DK$165,000 USD
- Robbyant R1$55,000 USD
Price Tier
- Geminoid DK150K+
- Robbyant R140-80K
Pricing Model
- Geminoid DKpurchase
- Robbyant R1—
Applications
- Geminoid DKresearch
- Robbyant R1hospitality, medical assistance, tour guiding, cooking
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2011 | 2025 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $165,000 USD | $55,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical Form Factor | ||
| Weight (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 40 kg | 110 kg |
| Height (values differ) | 130 mm | 170 mm |
| Mobility Type (values differ) | static | — |
| Humanoid Subtype (values differ) | anthropomorphic torso | — |
| Walking Speed (values differ) | — | 1.5 m/s |
| Stair Climbing | No | No |
| Terrain (values differ) | flat indoor | flat indoor, uneven outdoor |
| Payload & Dexterity | ||
| Total DOF (values differ) | 12 | 34 |
| Arm DOF (values differ) | — | 2 |
| Bimanual Coordination | No | No |
| Compute & AI | ||
| Onboard Compute (values differ) | Custom server and control infrastructure | MX6800 depth engine chip |
| VLM Capable | No | No |
| Foundation Models (values differ) | false | — |
| Imitation Learning | No | No |
| Teleoperation (values differ) | none | — |
| Programming (values differ) | teleoperation | Open-source |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Swap | No | No |
| Software | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | Java | Python |
| ROS Support | No | No |
| Open API (values differ) | No | Yes |
| Reliability | ||
| Deployment Maturity (values differ) | prototype | commercial |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $165,000 USD | $55,000 USD |
| Price Tier (values differ) | 150K+ | 40-80K |
| Pricing Model (values differ) | purchase | — |
| Applications (values differ) | research | hospitality, medical assistance, tour guiding, cooking |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Running Capable, Payload, Payload (Peak), Hand DOF, Arm Reach, Grip Strength, Manipulation Repeatability, Tool Use, Compute Platform, Runtime, Battery Capacity, Charging Time, Charging Method, Avg Power Consumption, Force-Limited Arms, Fall Recovery, Fall Detection Response, Emergency Stops, Human Detection Method, Safe Speed Near Humans, Simulation Platforms, Air-Gap Capable, MTBF, Task Success Rate, IP Rating, Noise Level, RaaS / Month, Developer Unit Price, Delivery Lead Time, Warranty, Production Pilots
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 | Geminoid DK | Robbyant R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $165,000 | $55,000 |
| Payback period | 39.6 mo | 13.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $85,000 | $195,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +52% | +355% |
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 Geminoid DK and Robbyant R1?
Geminoid DK is made by Kokoro, Ishiguro Lab, ATR, Aalborg University. Robbyant R1 is made by Ant Lingbo Technology, based in CN.
When were Geminoid DK and Robbyant R1 launched?
Geminoid DK launched in 2011. Robbyant R1 launched in 2025.
How much does Geminoid DK cost compared to Robbyant R1?
Geminoid DK is listed at $165,000. Robbyant R1 is listed at $55,000.
How do Geminoid DK and Robbyant R1 compare on the Robo Index?
Geminoid DK grades B on the Robo Index. Robbyant R1 grades AA. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Geminoid DK and Robbyant R1 in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Humanoid on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Humanoid robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Humanoid TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Humanoid TCO: Hardware, Cloud Subscriptions, and the Cost of Teleop Time.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Geminoid DK and Robbyant R1?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Vendor Selection for Humanoids: The 10 Questions You Must Ask.
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Geminoid DK vs Robbyant R1 compares two robots in the humanoid 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.