Geminoid HI-1 vs Rosie
Side-by-side comparison of Geminoid HI-1 (Kokoro, ATR, and Ishiguro Lab) and Rosie (Technical University Munich (TUM)) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Geminoid HI-1Japan
- RosieGermany
Year First Available
- Geminoid HI-12006
- Rosie2009
Verified Deployments
- Geminoid HI-10 Deployments
- Rosie0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Geminoid HI-1$1,000,000 USD
- RosieResearch platform
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Geminoid HI-1—
- Rosie3 hrs
Availability Status
- Geminoid HI-1ACTIVE
- RosieACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Geminoid HI-1—
- Rosie1 kg
Max Speed
- Geminoid HI-1—
- Rosie2 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Geminoid HI-1teleoperated
- Rosiepartially autonomous, teleoperated
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | Germany |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2006 | 2009 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $1,000,000 USD | Research platform |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | — | 3 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | — | 1 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 2 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | teleoperated | partially autonomous, teleoperated |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Reach, 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 | Geminoid HI-1 | Rosie |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $1,000,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 240.0 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | -$750,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | -75% | — |
Rosie has 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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes Geminoid HI-1 and Rosie?
Geminoid HI-1 is made by Kokoro, ATR, and Ishiguro Lab, based in JP. Rosie is made by Technical University Munich (TUM), based in DE.
When were Geminoid HI-1 and Rosie launched?
Geminoid HI-1 launched in 2006. Rosie launched in 2009.
How do Geminoid HI-1 and Rosie compare on the Robo Index?
Geminoid HI-1 grades A on the Robo Index. Rosie grades B. 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 HI-1 and Rosie in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Research on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Research robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Research TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: The real cost of a research platform.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Geminoid HI-1 and Rosie?
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 research-robot procurement RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
Geminoid HI-1 vs Rosie compares two robots in the research 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.