HOSPI vs RakuRo
Side-by-side comparison of HOSPI (Panasonic HOSPI) and RakuRo (ROBO-HI) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- HOSPIJapan
- RakuRoJapan
Year First Available
- HOSPI2013
- RakuRo2020
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- HOSPIContact for quote
- RakuRo$8,000,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- HOSPI7 hrs
- RakuRo4 hrs
Availability Status
- HOSPIACTIVE
- RakuRoACTIVE
Physical
Payload
- HOSPI60 kg
- RakuRo100 kg
Robot Weight
- HOSPI220 kg
- RakuRo110 kg
Dimensions
- HOSPI630x705x1390
- RakuRoW664*L1188*H1090mm
Navigation & Safety
Navigation Type
- HOSPIlidar slam,vision,hybrid
- RakuRoautonomous driving
Max Speed
- HOSPI1 m/s
- RakuRo1.7 m/s
Power
Battery Runtime
- HOSPI7 hrs
- RakuRo4 hrs
Charge Time
- HOSPI2.5 hrs
- RakuRo1 hrs
Auto Docking
- HOSPIYes
- RakuRo—
Hot-Swap Battery
- HOSPINo
- RakuRo—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- HOSPIContact for quote
- RakuRo$8,000,000 USD
Warranty
- HOSPI1 yrs
- RakuRo—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | Japan | Japan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2013 | 2020 |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $8,000,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 7 hrs | 4 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 60 kg | 100 kg |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 220 kg | 110 kg |
| Dimensions (values differ) | 630x705x1390 | W664*L1188*H1090mm |
| Navigation & Safety | ||
| Navigation Type (values differ) | lidar slam,vision,hybrid | autonomous driving |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 1 m/s | 1.7 m/s |
| Power | ||
| Battery Runtime (values differ) | 7 hrs | 4 hrs |
| Charge Time (values differ) | 2.5 hrs | 1 hrs |
| Auto Docking (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Hot-Swap Battery (values differ) | No | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $8,000,000 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | 1 yrs | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Verified Deployments, Tray Count, Tray Capacity, Compartment Type, IP Rating, Min Passable Width, Obstacle Detection Range, Min Object Detection Height, Elevator API, PMS / POS Integration, Fleet Management, Floor Compatibility, Noise Level, Display Size, RaaS / Month
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 | HOSPI | RakuRo |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $8,000,000 |
| Payback period | — | 1920.0 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | -$7,750,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | -97% |
HOSPI 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 HOSPI and RakuRo?
HOSPI is made by Panasonic HOSPI, based in JP. RakuRo is made by ROBO-HI, based in JP.
When were HOSPI and RakuRo launched?
HOSPI launched in 2013. RakuRo launched in 2020.
How do HOSPI and RakuRo compare on the Robo Score?
HOSPI scores 60.8 on the Robo Score. RakuRo scores 55.3. 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.
What is the payload difference between HOSPI and RakuRo?
HOSPI carries up to 60 kg. RakuRo carries up to 100 kg.
Are HOSPI and RakuRo in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Delivery on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between HOSPI and RakuRo?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Delivery Robot Vendor Selection: Insurance, Telemetry, and Fallback Procedures.
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About this comparison
HOSPI vs RakuRo compares two robots in the delivery 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.