HOSPI vs Starship Robot
Side-by-side comparison of HOSPI (Panasonic HOSPI) and Starship Robot (Starship Technologies) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- HOSPIJapan
- Starship RobotUnited States
Year First Available
- HOSPI2013
- Starship Robot2015
Verified Deployments
- HOSPI0 Deployments
- Starship Robot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- HOSPIContact for quote
- Starship Robot$5,500 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- HOSPI7 hrs
- Starship Robot18 hrs
Availability Status
- HOSPIACTIVE
- Starship RobotACTIVE
Physical
Robot Weight
- HOSPI220 kg
- Starship Robot—
Payload
- HOSPI60 kg
- Starship Robot—
Dimensions
- HOSPI630x705x1390
- Starship Robot559x559x686
Compartment Type
- HOSPI—
- Starship Robotenclosed locked
Navigation & Safety
Navigation Type
- HOSPIlidar slam,vision,hybrid
- Starship Robot—
Max Speed
- HOSPI1 m/s
- Starship Robot—
Power
Battery Runtime
- HOSPI7 hrs
- Starship Robot18 hrs
Charge Time
- HOSPI2.5 hrs
- Starship Robot—
Auto Docking
- HOSPIYes
- Starship Robot—
Hot-Swap Battery
- HOSPINo
- Starship Robot—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- HOSPIContact for quote
- Starship Robot$5,500 USD
Warranty
- HOSPI1 yrs
- Starship Robot—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2013 | 2015 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $5,500 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 7 hrs | 18 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 220 kg | — |
| Payload (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 60 kg | — |
| Dimensions (values differ) | 630x705x1390 | 559x559x686 |
| Compartment Type (values differ) | — | enclosed locked |
| Navigation & Safety | ||
| Navigation Type (values differ) | lidar slam,vision,hybrid | — |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 1 m/s | — |
| Power | ||
| Battery Runtime (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 7 hrs | 18 hrs |
| Charge Time (values differ) | 2.5 hrs | — |
| Auto Docking (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Hot-Swap Battery (values differ) | No | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $5,500 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | 1 yrs | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Tray Count, Tray Capacity, 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 | Starship Robot |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $5,500 |
| Payback period | — | 1.3 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $244,500 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +4445% |
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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes HOSPI and Starship Robot?
HOSPI is made by Panasonic HOSPI, based in JP. Starship Robot is made by Starship Technologies, based in US.
When were HOSPI and Starship Robot launched?
HOSPI launched in 2013. Starship Robot launched in 2015.
How do HOSPI and Starship Robot compare on the Robo Index?
HOSPI grades AA on the Robo Index. Starship Robot grades BB. 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 HOSPI and Starship Robot?
HOSPI carries up to 60 kg. Starship Robot carries up to 20 kg.
Are HOSPI and Starship Robot 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 Starship Robot?
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 Starship Robot 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 Index is calculated.