KettyBot vs PUDU D9
Side-by-side comparison of KettyBot (Shenzhen Pudu Technology Co., Ltd.) and PUDU D9 (Shenzhen Pudu Technology Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- KettyBotChina
- PUDU D9China
Year First Available
- KettyBot2016
- PUDU D92024
Verified Deployments
- KettyBot0 Deployments
- PUDU D90 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- KettyBot$13,000–$15,714 USD
- PUDU D9$60,000–$100,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- KettyBot—
- PUDU D98 hrs
Availability Status
- KettyBotACTIVE
- PUDU D9ACTIVE
Physical
Robot Weight
- KettyBot—
- PUDU D965 kg
Payload
- KettyBot30 kg
- PUDU D920 kg
Compartment Type
- KettyBotopen tray
- PUDU D9—
IP Rating
- KettyBot—
- PUDU D9IP67
Navigation & Safety
Navigation Type
- KettyBotslam natural
- PUDU D9vision,lidar slam,hybrid
Power
Battery Runtime
- KettyBot—
- PUDU D98 hrs
Display & UX
Display Size
- KettyBot18.5 "
- PUDU D9—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- KettyBot$13,000–$15,714 USD
- PUDU D9$60,000–$100,000 USD
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2024 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $13,000–$15,714 USD | $60,000–$100,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | — | 8 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | — | 65 kg |
| Payload (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 30 kg | 20 kg |
| Compartment Type (values differ) | open tray | — |
| IP Rating (values differ) | — | IP67 |
| Navigation & Safety | ||
| Navigation Type (values differ) | slam natural | vision,lidar slam,hybrid |
| Power | ||
| Battery Runtime (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | — | 8 hrs |
| Display & UX | ||
| Display Size (values differ) | 18.5 " | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $13,000–$15,714 USD | $60,000–$100,000 USD |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Tray Count, Dimensions, Max Speed, Min Passable Width, 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
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Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | KettyBot | PUDU D9 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $14,357 | $80,000 |
| Payback period | 3.4 mo | 19.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $235,643 | $170,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +1641% | +213% |
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 PUDU D9?
KettyBot is made by Shenzhen Pudu Technology Co., Ltd., based in CN. PUDU D9 is made by Shenzhen Pudu Technology Co., Ltd., based in CN.
When were KettyBot and PUDU D9 launched?
KettyBot launched in 2016. PUDU D9 launched in 2024.
How do KettyBot and PUDU D9 compare on the Robo Index?
KettyBot grades AA on the Robo Index. PUDU D9 grades BBB. 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 PUDU D9 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 PUDU D9?
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 PUDU D9 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.