K7 vs Knightscope K5
Side-by-side comparison of K7 (Knightscope) and Knightscope K5 (Knightscope) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- K7United States
- Knightscope K5United States
Year First Available
- K7—
- Knightscope K52013
Verified Deployments
- K70 Deployments
- Knightscope K50 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- K7ACTIVE
- Knightscope K5ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | United States | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2013 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
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Frequently asked
Who makes K7 and Knightscope K5?
K7 is made by Knightscope, based in US. Knightscope K5 is made by Knightscope, based in US.
How do K7 and Knightscope K5 compare on the Robolist Product Score?
K7 scores 26/100. Knightscope K5 scores 14/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are K7 and Knightscope K5 in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Security on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between K7 and Knightscope K5?
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 security-robot vendor RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
K7 vs Knightscope K5 compares two robots in the security category. 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.