Kilobot vs LOLA v1.1
Side-by-side comparison of Kilobot (Harvard) and LOLA v1.1 (Technische Universität München) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- KilobotSwitzerland
- LOLA v1.1—
Year First Available
- Kilobot2014
- LOLA v1.12021
Verified Deployments
- Kilobot0 Deployments
- LOLA v1.10 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Kilobot4 hrs
- LOLA v1.18 hrs
Availability Status
- KilobotACTIVE
- LOLA v1.1ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Reach
- Kilobot—
- LOLA v1.12,500 mm
Payload Capacity
- Kilobot—
- LOLA v1.1150 kg
Max Speed
- Kilobot0 m/s
- LOLA v1.10.9 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Kilobotfully autonomous
- LOLA v1.1—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Switzerland | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2014 | 2021 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 4 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | — | 2,500 mm |
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | — | 150 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 0 m/s | 0.9 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | fully autonomous | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, IP Rating
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 | Kilobot | LOLA v1.1 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Kilobot, LOLA v1.1 have 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes Kilobot and LOLA v1.1?
Kilobot is made by Harvard, based in CH. LOLA v1.1 is made by Technische Universität München.
When were Kilobot and LOLA v1.1 launched?
Kilobot launched in 2014. LOLA v1.1 launched in 2021.
How do Kilobot and LOLA v1.1 compare on the Robo Index?
Kilobot grades AA on the Robo Index. LOLA v1.1 grades B. 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 Kilobot and LOLA v1.1 in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Research on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Research robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Research TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: The real cost of a research platform.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Kilobot and LOLA v1.1?
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 research-robot procurement RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
Kilobot vs LOLA v1.1 compares two robots in the research 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.