Hubo 2 vs Starship
Side-by-side comparison of Hubo 2 (KAIST) and Starship (Starship Technologies) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Hubo 2South Korea
- StarshipUnited States
Year First Available
- Hubo 22009
- Starship2015
Verified Deployments
- Hubo 20 Deployments
- Starship0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Hubo 2$400,000
- Starship$5,500
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Hubo 21.5 hrs
- Starship18 hrs
Availability Status
- Hubo 2ACTIVE
- StarshipACTIVE
Cross-Category Comparison
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | South Korea | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2009 | 2015 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $400,000 | $5,500 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 1.5 hrs | 18 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
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Frequently asked
Who makes Hubo 2 and Starship?
Hubo 2 is made by KAIST, based in KR. Starship is made by Starship Technologies, based in US.
When were Hubo 2 and Starship launched?
Hubo 2 launched in 2009. Starship launched in 2015.
How much does Hubo 2 cost compared to Starship?
Hubo 2 is listed at $400,000. Starship is listed at $5,500.
How do Hubo 2 and Starship compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Hubo 2 scores 46/100. Starship scores 73/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
What is the payload difference between Hubo 2 and Starship?
Hubo 2 carries up to 2 kg. Starship carries up to 10 kg.
Are Hubo 2 and Starship comparable?
Hubo 2 is categorized as Humanoid; Starship as Delivery. 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 Delivery robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Humanoid And Delivery 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 Hubo 2 and Starship?
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
Hubo 2 vs Starship compares two robots in the humanoid and delivery 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.