KettyBot vs CLOi GuideBot
Side-by-side comparison of KettyBot (Shenzhen Pudu Technology Co., Ltd.) and CLOi GuideBot (LG Electronics Inc. — Business Solutions Company) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Optimized for Warehousing & Logistics buyers. Priority specs lifted to the top and marked with a target.
Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- KettyBotChina
- CLOi GuideBotSouth Korea
Year First Available
- KettyBot2016
- CLOi GuideBot2017
Verified Deployments
- KettyBot0 Deployments
- CLOi GuideBot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- KettyBot$13,000–$15,714 USD
- CLOi GuideBot$39,990 USD
Availability Status
- KettyBotACTIVE
- CLOi GuideBotACTIVE
Physical
Payload
- KettyBot30 kg
- CLOi GuideBot—
Compartment Type
- KettyBotopen tray
- CLOi GuideBot—
Navigation & Safety
Navigation Type
- KettyBotslam natural
- CLOi GuideBotother
Display & UX
Display Size
- KettyBot18.5 "
- CLOi GuideBot27 "
Commercial
Price (USD)
- KettyBot$13,000–$15,714 USD
- CLOi GuideBot$39,990 USD
|  | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | South Korea |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $13,000–$15,714 USD | $39,990 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical | ||
| Payload (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 30 kg | — |
| Compartment Type (values differ) | open tray | — |
| Navigation & Safety | ||
| Navigation Type (values differ) | slam natural | other |
| Display & UX | ||
| Display Size (values differ) | 18.5 " | 27 " |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $13,000–$15,714 USD | $39,990 USD |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Robot Weight, Tray Count, Dimensions, IP Rating, Max Speed, Min Passable Width, Battery Runtime, Charge Time, Auto Docking, Hot-Swap Battery, Elevator API, PMS / POS Integration, Fleet Management, Floor Compatibility, Voice Interaction, Noise Level, Languages Supported, RaaS / Month, Warranty
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 | KettyBot | CLOi GuideBot |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $14,357 | $39,990 |
| Payback period | 3.4 mo | 9.6 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $235,643 | $210,010 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +1641% | +525% |
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 KettyBot and CLOi GuideBot?
KettyBot is made by Shenzhen Pudu Technology Co., Ltd., based in CN. CLOi GuideBot is made by LG Electronics Inc. — Business Solutions Company, based in KR.
When were KettyBot and CLOi GuideBot launched?
KettyBot launched in 2016. CLOi GuideBot launched in 2017.
How do KettyBot and CLOi GuideBot compare on the Robo Index?
KettyBot grades AA on the Robo Index. CLOi GuideBot 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 KettyBot and CLOi GuideBot 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 KettyBot and CLOi GuideBot?
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
KettyBot vs CLOi GuideBot 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.