Geminoid HI vs Yamaha Fazer R G2
Side-by-side comparison of Geminoid HI (Ishiguro Lab, ATR, and Kokoro) and Yamaha Fazer R G2 (Yamaha Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Geminoid HIJapan

- Yamaha Fazer R G2Japan
Year First Available
- Geminoid HI2006

- Yamaha Fazer R G22022
Verified Deployments
- Geminoid HI0 Deployments

- Yamaha Fazer R G20 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Geminoid HI$1,000,000 USD

- Yamaha Fazer R G2$130,000 USD
Availability Status
- Geminoid HIACTIVE

- Yamaha Fazer R G2ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Geminoid HI—

- Yamaha Fazer R G250 kg
Max Speed
- Geminoid HI—

- Yamaha Fazer R G220 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Geminoid HIfully autonomous

- Yamaha Fazer R G2—
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | Japan | Japan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2006 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $1,000,000 USD | $130,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | — | 50 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 20 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, 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 | Yamaha Fazer R G2 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $1,000,000 | $130,000 |
| Payback period | 240.0 mo | 31.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | -$750,000 | $120,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | -75% | +92% |
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 Yamaha Fazer R G2?
Geminoid HI is made by Ishiguro Lab, ATR, and Kokoro, based in JP. Yamaha Fazer R G2 is made by Yamaha Robotics, based in JP.
When were Geminoid HI and Yamaha Fazer R G2 launched?
Geminoid HI launched in 2006. Yamaha Fazer R G2 launched in 2022.
How much does Geminoid HI cost compared to Yamaha Fazer R G2?
Geminoid HI is listed at $1,000,000. Yamaha Fazer R G2 is listed at $130,000.
How do Geminoid HI and Yamaha Fazer R G2 compare on the Robo Index?
Geminoid HI grades A on the Robo Index. Yamaha Fazer R G2 grades A. 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 and Yamaha Fazer R G2 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 Yamaha Fazer R G2?
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 Yamaha Fazer R G2 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.