Geminoid HI vs Salamandra robotica II
Side-by-side comparison of Geminoid HI (Ishiguro Lab, ATR, and Kokoro) and Salamandra robotica II (Biorobotics Laboratory at EPFL) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Geminoid HIJapan
- Salamandra robotica IISwitzerland
Year First Available
- Geminoid HI2006
- Salamandra robotica II2012
Verified Deployments
- Geminoid HI0 Deployments
- Salamandra robotica II0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Geminoid HI$1,000,000 USD
- Salamandra robotica IIContact for quote
Availability Status
- Geminoid HIACTIVE
- Salamandra robotica IIACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Geminoid HI—
- Salamandra robotica II10 kg
Reach
- Geminoid HI—
- Salamandra robotica II600 mm
Max Speed
- Geminoid HI—
- Salamandra robotica II1.4 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Geminoid HIfully autonomous
- Salamandra robotica IIsemi-autonomous
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | Switzerland |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2006 | 2012 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $1,000,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 10 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | — | 600 mm |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 1.4 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | fully autonomous | semi-autonomous |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, 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 | Salamandra robotica II |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $1,000,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 240.0 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | -$750,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | -75% | — |
Salamandra robotica II 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 and Salamandra robotica II?
Geminoid HI is made by Ishiguro Lab, ATR, and Kokoro, based in JP. Salamandra robotica II is made by Biorobotics Laboratory at EPFL, based in CH.
When were Geminoid HI and Salamandra robotica II launched?
Geminoid HI launched in 2006. Salamandra robotica II launched in 2012.
How do Geminoid HI and Salamandra robotica II compare on the Robo Score?
Geminoid HI scores 49.6 on the Robo Score. Salamandra robotica II scores 58.1. 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 Salamandra robotica II 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 Salamandra robotica II?
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 Salamandra robotica II 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.