Kirobo Mini vs Na'vi Shaman
Side-by-side comparison of Kirobo Mini (Toyota) and Na'vi Shaman (Walt Disney Imagineering) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Kirobo MiniJapan
- Na'vi ShamanUnited States
Year First Available
- Kirobo Mini2016
- Na'vi Shaman2017
Verified Deployments
- Kirobo Mini0 Deployments
- Na'vi Shaman0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Kirobo Mini$474 USD
- Na'vi ShamanContact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Kirobo Mini2.5 hrs
- Na'vi Shaman—
Availability Status
- Kirobo MiniACTIVE
- Na'vi ShamanACTIVE
Physical Form Factor
Height
- Kirobo Mini10 cm
- Na'vi Shaman274.3 mm
Weight
- Kirobo Mini0.2 kg
- Na'vi Shaman170 kg
Mobility Type
- Kirobo Ministatic
- Na'vi Shamanstatic
Humanoid Subtype
- Kirobo Minifull bipedal
- Na'vi Shamananthropomorphic torso
Stair Climbing
- Kirobo MiniNo
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Terrain
- Kirobo Miniflat indoor
- Na'vi Shamanindoor
Payload & Dexterity
Total DOF
- Kirobo Mini—
- Na'vi Shaman81
Arm DOF
- Kirobo Mini—
- Na'vi Shaman9
Bimanual Coordination
- Kirobo MiniNo
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Compute & AI
Onboard Compute
- Kirobo Mini—
- Na'vi ShamanCustom control software
VLM Capable
- Kirobo MiniNo
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Foundation Models
- Kirobo Mini—
- Na'vi Shamanfalse
Imitation Learning
- Kirobo MiniNo
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Programming
- Kirobo Minidedicated app
- Na'vi ShamanCustom control software
Battery & Power
Runtime
- Kirobo Mini2.5 hrs
- Na'vi Shaman16 hrs
Battery Swap
- Kirobo MiniNo
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Software
SDK Languages
- Kirobo MiniJapanese
- Na'vi ShamanCustom control software
ROS Support
- Kirobo MiniNo
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Open API
- Kirobo MiniNo
- Na'vi ShamanNo
Reliability
Deployment Maturity
- Kirobo Minicommercial
- Na'vi Shamanproduction scale
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Kirobo Mini$474 USD
- Na'vi ShamanContact for quote
Price Tier
- Kirobo Miniunder_50k
- Na'vi Shaman—
Pricing Model
- Kirobo Minioutright purchase
- Na'vi Shaman—
Applications
- Kirobo Minieldercare_assistance, hospitality
- Na'vi Shamanhospitality
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $474 USD | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 2.5 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical Form Factor | ||
| Height (values differ) | 10 cm | 274.3 mm |
| Weight (values differ) | 0.2 kg | 170 kg |
| Mobility Type | static | static |
| Humanoid Subtype (values differ) | full bipedal | anthropomorphic torso |
| Stair Climbing | No | No |
| Terrain (values differ) | flat indoor | indoor |
| Payload & Dexterity | ||
| Total DOF (values differ) | — | 81 |
| Arm DOF (values differ) | — | 9 |
| Bimanual Coordination | No | No |
| Compute & AI | ||
| Onboard Compute (values differ) | — | Custom control software |
| VLM Capable | No | No |
| Foundation Models (values differ) | — | false |
| Imitation Learning | No | No |
| Programming (values differ) | dedicated app | Custom control software |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Runtime (values differ) | 2.5 hrs | 16 hrs |
| Battery Swap | No | No |
| Software | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | Japanese | Custom control software |
| ROS Support | No | No |
| Open API | No | No |
| Reliability | ||
| Deployment Maturity (values differ) | commercial | production scale |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $474 USD | Contact for quote |
| Price Tier (values differ) | under_50k | — |
| Pricing Model (values differ) | outright purchase | — |
| Applications (values differ) | eldercare_assistance, hospitality | hospitality |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Walking Speed, Running Capable, Payload, Payload (Peak), Hand 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, Developer Unit Price, Delivery Lead Time, Warranty, Production Pilots
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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 | Kirobo Mini | Na'vi Shaman |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $474 | No price |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $249,526 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +52643% | — |
Na'vi Shaman 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 Kirobo Mini and Na'vi Shaman?
Kirobo Mini is made by Toyota, based in JP. Na'vi Shaman is made by Walt Disney Imagineering, based in US.
When were Kirobo Mini and Na'vi Shaman launched?
Kirobo Mini launched in 2016. Na'vi Shaman launched in 2017.
How do Kirobo Mini and Na'vi Shaman compare on the Robo Index?
Kirobo Mini grades AA on the Robo Index. Na'vi Shaman grades AA. 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 Kirobo Mini and Na'vi Shaman 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 Kirobo Mini and Na'vi Shaman?
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
Kirobo Mini vs Na'vi Shaman 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.