Kangaroo Pro vs TM Xplore I
Side-by-side comparison of Kangaroo Pro (PAL Robotics) and TM Xplore I (Techman Robot Inc.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Kangaroo ProSpain
- TM Xplore ITaiwan
Year First Available
- Kangaroo Pro2025
- TM Xplore I2025
Verified Deployments
- Kangaroo Pro0 Deployments
- TM Xplore I0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Kangaroo Pro$100,000 USD
- TM Xplore I$25,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Kangaroo Pro6 hrs
- TM Xplore I2 hrs
Availability Status
- Kangaroo ProACTIVE
- TM Xplore IACTIVE
Physical Form Factor
Weight
- Kangaroo Pro40 kg
- TM Xplore I33.3 kg
Height
- Kangaroo Pro1450 mm
- TM Xplore I1600 mm
Mobility Type
- Kangaroo Probipedal
- TM Xplore Iwheeled
Humanoid Subtype
- Kangaroo Profull bipedal
- TM Xplore Iwheeled humanoid
Walking Speed
- Kangaroo Pro—
- TM Xplore I0.8 m/s
Stair Climbing
- Kangaroo ProNo
- TM Xplore I—
Terrain
- Kangaroo Proflat indoor
- TM Xplore Iflat indoor
Payload & Dexterity
Payload
- Kangaroo Pro—
- TM Xplore I20 kg
Total DOF
- Kangaroo Pro—
- TM Xplore I22
Hand DOF
- Kangaroo Pro—
- TM Xplore I5
Bimanual Coordination
- Kangaroo ProNo
- TM Xplore I—
Compute & AI
Onboard Compute
- Kangaroo ProNVidia Jetson
- TM Xplore INVIDIA Jetson Orin
VLM Capable
- Kangaroo ProNo
- TM Xplore INo
Foundation Models
- Kangaroo Profalse
- TM Xplore I—
Imitation Learning
- Kangaroo ProNo
- TM Xplore INo
Programming
- Kangaroo Procustom control interface
- TM Xplore IAPI/SDK for task programming and customization
Battery & Power
Runtime
- Kangaroo Pro6 hrs
- TM Xplore I2 hrs
Battery Swap
- Kangaroo ProNo
- TM Xplore I—
Software
SDK Languages
- Kangaroo ProPython
- TM Xplore IPython
ROS Support
- Kangaroo ProNo
- TM Xplore INo
Open API
- Kangaroo ProNo
- TM Xplore IYes
Reliability
Deployment Maturity
- Kangaroo Procommercial
- TM Xplore Iprototype
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Kangaroo Pro$100,000 USD
- TM Xplore I$25,000 USD
Price Tier
- Kangaroo Pro—
- TM Xplore I40-80K
Applications
- Kangaroo Proresearch, education
- TM Xplore Iinspection, quality_control
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Spain | Taiwan |
| Year First Available | 2025 | 2025 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $100,000 USD | $25,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 6 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical Form Factor | ||
| Weight (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 40 kg | 33.3 kg |
| Height (values differ) | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Mobility Type (values differ) | bipedal | wheeled |
| Humanoid Subtype (values differ) | full bipedal | wheeled humanoid |
| Walking Speed (values differ) | — | 0.8 m/s |
| Stair Climbing (values differ) | No | — |
| Terrain (values differ) | flat indoor | flat indoor |
| Payload & Dexterity | ||
| Payload (values differ) | — | 20 kg |
| Total DOF (values differ) | — | 22 |
| Hand DOF (values differ) | — | 5 |
| Bimanual Coordination (values differ) | No | — |
| Compute & AI | ||
| Onboard Compute (values differ) | NVidia Jetson | NVIDIA Jetson Orin |
| VLM Capable | No | No |
| Foundation Models (values differ) | false | — |
| Imitation Learning | No | No |
| Programming (values differ) | custom control interface | API/SDK for task programming and customization |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Runtime (values differ) | 6 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Battery Swap (values differ) | No | — |
| Software | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | Python | Python |
| ROS Support | No | No |
| Open API (values differ) | No | Yes |
| Reliability | ||
| Deployment Maturity (values differ) | commercial | prototype |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $100,000 USD | $25,000 USD |
| Price Tier (values differ) | — | 40-80K |
| Applications (values differ) | research, education | inspection, quality_control |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Running Capable, Payload (Peak), Arm DOF, Arm Reach, Grip Strength, Manipulation Repeatability, Tool Use, Compute Platform, Teleoperation, Battery Capacity, Charging Time, Charging Method, Avg Power Consumption, Force-Limited Arms, Fall Recovery, Fall Detection Response, Emergency Stops, Human Detection Method, Safe Speed Near Humans, Simulation Platforms, Air-Gap Capable, MTBF, Task Success Rate, IP Rating, Noise Level, RaaS / Month, Pricing Model, Developer Unit Price, Delivery Lead Time, Warranty, Production Pilots
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 | Kangaroo Pro | TM Xplore I |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $100,000 | $25,000 |
| Payback period | 24.0 mo | 6.0 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $150,000 | $225,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +150% | +900% |
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 Kangaroo Pro and TM Xplore I?
Kangaroo Pro is made by PAL Robotics, based in ES. TM Xplore I is made by Techman Robot Inc., based in TW.
When were Kangaroo Pro and TM Xplore I launched?
Kangaroo Pro launched in 2025. TM Xplore I launched in 2025.
How do Kangaroo Pro and TM Xplore I compare on the Robo Index?
Kangaroo Pro grades AA on the Robo Index. TM Xplore I grades A. 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.
Are Kangaroo Pro and TM Xplore I in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Humanoid on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Humanoid robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Humanoid 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 Kangaroo Pro and TM Xplore I?
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
Kangaroo Pro vs TM Xplore I compares two robots in the humanoid 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.