Geminoid HI vs iRobot Create
Side-by-side comparison of Geminoid HI (Ishiguro Lab, ATR, and Kokoro) and iRobot Create (iRobot Corporation (Amazon subsidiary)) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Geminoid HIJapan
- iRobot CreateUnited States
Year First Available
- Geminoid HI2006
- iRobot Create—
Verified Deployments
- Geminoid HI0 Deployments
- iRobot Create0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Geminoid HI$1,000,000 USD
- iRobot Create$129 USD
Availability Status
- Geminoid HIACTIVE
- iRobot CreateACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Max Speed
- Geminoid HI—
- iRobot Create0.5 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Geminoid HIfully autonomous
- iRobot Create—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2006 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $1,000,000 USD | $129 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 0.5 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | fully autonomous | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Payload Capacity, 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 | iRobot Create |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $1,000,000 | $129 |
| Payback period | 240.0 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | -$750,000 | $249,871 |
| ROI (5 yr) | -75% | +193698% |
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 and iRobot Create?
Geminoid HI is made by Ishiguro Lab, ATR, and Kokoro, based in JP. iRobot Create is made by iRobot Corporation (Amazon subsidiary), based in US.
How much does Geminoid HI cost compared to iRobot Create?
Geminoid HI is listed at $1,000,000. iRobot Create is listed at $129.
How do Geminoid HI and iRobot Create compare on the Robo Score?
Geminoid HI scores 49.6 on the Robo Score. iRobot Create scores 62.4. 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 Geminoid HI and iRobot Create 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 and iRobot Create?
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 vs iRobot Create 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 Score is calculated.