HKM1800 vs Robotnik RB-KAIROS
Side-by-side comparison of HKM1800 (Cognibotics) and Robotnik RB-KAIROS (Robotnik) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- HKM1800Sweden
- Robotnik RB-KAIROSSpain
Verified Deployments
- HKM18000 Deployments
- Robotnik RB-KAIROS0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- HKM1800Contact for quote
- Robotnik RB-KAIROS$50,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- HKM1800—
- Robotnik RB-KAIROS6 hrs
Availability Status
- HKM1800ACTIVE
- Robotnik RB-KAIROSACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
IP Rating
- HKM1800indoor_only
- Robotnik RB-KAIROS—
Reach
- HKM18001,800 mm
- Robotnik RB-KAIROS850 mm
Payload Capacity
- HKM18007.5 kg
- Robotnik RB-KAIROS5 kg
Max Speed
- HKM1800—
- Robotnik RB-KAIROS1.5 m/s
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Sweden | Spain |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $50,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | — | 6 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| IP Rating (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | indoor_only | — |
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 1,800 mm | 850 mm |
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 7.5 kg | 5 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 1.5 m/s |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Year First Available, Autonomy Level
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 | HKM1800 | Robotnik RB-KAIROS |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $50,000 |
| Payback period | — | 12.0 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $200,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +400% |
HKM1800 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes HKM1800 and Robotnik RB-KAIROS?
HKM1800 is made by Cognibotics, based in SE. Robotnik RB-KAIROS is made by Robotnik, based in ES.
How do HKM1800 and Robotnik RB-KAIROS compare on the Robo Index?
HKM1800 grades BBB on the Robo Index. Robotnik RB-KAIROS 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.
What is the payload difference between HKM1800 and Robotnik RB-KAIROS?
HKM1800 carries up to 7.5 kg. Robotnik RB-KAIROS carries up to 5 kg.
Are HKM1800 and Robotnik RB-KAIROS in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Mobile Manipulator on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between HKM1800 and Robotnik RB-KAIROS?
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 mobile manipulator vendor RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
HKM1800 vs Robotnik RB-KAIROS compares two robots in the mobile-manipulator 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.