Kebbi the Salesbot vs Pibo
Side-by-side comparison of Kebbi the Salesbot (Nuwa Robotics) and Pibo (Circulus Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Kebbi the SalesbotTaiwan
- PiboSouth Korea
Year First Available
- Kebbi the Salesbot2016
- Pibo2020
Verified Deployments
- Kebbi the Salesbot0 Deployments
- Pibo0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Kebbi the Salesbot$5,000 USD
- PiboContact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Kebbi the Salesbot7 hrs
- Pibo2 hrs
Availability Status
- Kebbi the SalesbotACTIVE
- PiboACTIVE
Physical
Robot Weight
- Kebbi the Salesbot2.5 kg
- Pibo—
Navigation & Safety
Navigation Type
- Kebbi the Salesbot—
- Piboother
Power
Battery Runtime
- Kebbi the Salesbot7 hrs
- Pibo2 hrs
Charge Time
- Kebbi the Salesbot4 hrs
- Pibo5 hrs
Integration
Elevator API
- Kebbi the SalesbotYes
- Pibo—
Fleet Management
- Kebbi the Salesbotnone
- Pibo—
Floor Compatibility
- Kebbi the Salesbothard floor
- Pibo—
Display & UX
Voice Interaction
- Kebbi the SalesbotYes
- Pibo—
Languages Supported
- Kebbi the SalesbotEnglish, Chinese (Traditional), Chinese (Simplified), Japanese
- Pibo—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Kebbi the Salesbot$5,000 USD
- PiboContact for quote
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Taiwan | South Korea |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2020 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $5,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 7 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 2.5 kg | — |
| Navigation & Safety | ||
| Navigation Type (values differ) | — | other |
| Power | ||
| Battery Runtime (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 7 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Charge Time (values differ) | 4 hrs | 5 hrs |
| Integration | ||
| Elevator API (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Fleet Management (values differ) | none | — |
| Floor Compatibility (values differ) | hard floor | — |
| Display & UX | ||
| Voice Interaction (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Languages Supported (values differ) | English, Chinese (Traditional), Chinese (Simplified), Japanese | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $5,000 USD | Contact for quote |
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The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Payload, Tray Count, Compartment Type, Dimensions, IP Rating, Max Speed, Min Passable Width, Auto Docking, Hot-Swap Battery, PMS / POS Integration, Display Size, Noise Level, RaaS / Month, Warranty
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ROI Comparison
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Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | Kebbi the Salesbot | Pibo |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $5,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 1.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $245,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +4900% | — |
Pibo 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 Kebbi the Salesbot and Pibo?
Kebbi the Salesbot is made by Nuwa Robotics, based in TW. Pibo is made by Circulus Co., Ltd., based in KR.
When were Kebbi the Salesbot and Pibo launched?
Kebbi the Salesbot launched in 2016. Pibo launched in 2020.
How do Kebbi the Salesbot and Pibo compare on the Robo Index?
Kebbi the Salesbot grades A on the Robo Index. Pibo 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 Kebbi the Salesbot and Pibo in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Hospitality Service on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Hospitality Service robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Hospitality Service TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Service Robot TCO Across Hotels, Restaurants, Retail, and Senior Care.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Kebbi the Salesbot and Pibo?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Service Robot SLAs and Contract Red Flags.
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About this comparison
Kebbi the Salesbot vs Pibo compares two robots in the hospitality-service 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.