Hobbs W1 vs QB
Side-by-side comparison of Hobbs W1 (Noetix) and QB (Anybots) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Hobbs W1China
- QBUnited States
Year First Available
- Hobbs W12025
- QB2010
Verified Deployments
- Hobbs W10 Deployments
- QB0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Hobbs W1$320
- QB$9,700
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Hobbs W16 hrs
- QB8 hrs
Availability Status
- Hobbs W1ACTIVE
- QBACTIVE
Cross-Category Comparison
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2025 | 2010 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $320 | $9,700 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 6 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
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Frequently asked
Who makes Hobbs W1 and QB?
Hobbs W1 is made by Noetix, based in CN. QB is made by Anybots, based in US.
When were Hobbs W1 and QB launched?
Hobbs W1 launched in 2025. QB launched in 2010.
How much does Hobbs W1 cost compared to QB?
Hobbs W1 is listed at $320. QB is listed at $9,700.
How do Hobbs W1 and QB compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Hobbs W1 scores 44/100. QB scores 39/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Hobbs W1 and QB comparable?
Hobbs W1 is categorized as Humanoid; QB as Research. The Product Score is calculated per category, so the absolute scores reflect their respective category tiers.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Humanoid And Research robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Humanoid And Research TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Humanoid TCO: Hardware, Cloud Subscriptions, and the Cost of Teleop Time.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Hobbs W1 and QB?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Vendor Selection for Humanoids: The 10 Questions You Must Ask.
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About this comparison
Hobbs W1 vs QB compares two robots in the humanoid and research categories. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robolist Product Score is calculated.