Kirobo Mini vs Zeroth M1
Side-by-side comparison of Kirobo Mini (Toyota) and Zeroth M1 (Zeroth Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Kirobo MiniJapan
- Zeroth M1United States
Year First Available
- Kirobo Mini2016
- Zeroth M12026
Verified Deployments
- Kirobo Mini0 Deployments
- Zeroth M10 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Kirobo Mini$474 USD
- Zeroth M1$2,499 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Kirobo Mini2.5 hrs
- Zeroth M12 hrs
Availability Status
- Kirobo MiniACTIVE
- Zeroth M1ACTIVE
Physical Form Factor
Height
- Kirobo Mini10 cm
- Zeroth M138.1 cm
Weight
- Kirobo Mini0.2 kg
- Zeroth M128 kg
Mobility Type
- Kirobo Ministatic
- Zeroth M1bipedal
Humanoid Subtype
- Kirobo Minifull bipedal
- Zeroth M1full bipedal
Walking Speed
- Kirobo Mini—
- Zeroth M11 m/s
Stair Climbing
- Kirobo MiniNo
- Zeroth M1—
Terrain
- Kirobo Miniflat indoor
- Zeroth M1flat_indoor, mild_incline
Payload & Dexterity
Payload
- Kirobo Mini—
- Zeroth M120 kg
Total DOF
- Kirobo Mini—
- Zeroth M16
Arm DOF
- Kirobo Mini—
- Zeroth M12
Bimanual Coordination
- Kirobo MiniNo
- Zeroth M1—
Compute & AI
Onboard Compute
- Kirobo Mini—
- Zeroth M18-core Horizon Sunrise Series
VLM Capable
- Kirobo MiniNo
- Zeroth M1—
Imitation Learning
- Kirobo MiniNo
- Zeroth M1—
Programming
- Kirobo Minidedicated app
- Zeroth M1no_code_gui
Battery & Power
Runtime
- Kirobo Mini2.5 hrs
- Zeroth M12 hrs
Charging Method
- Kirobo Mini—
- Zeroth M1tethered
Battery Swap
- Kirobo MiniNo
- Zeroth M1—
Software
SDK Languages
- Kirobo MiniJapanese
- Zeroth M1no_code_gui
ROS Support
- Kirobo MiniNo
- Zeroth M1—
Open API
- Kirobo MiniNo
- Zeroth M1—
Reliability
Deployment Maturity
- Kirobo Minicommercial
- Zeroth M1prototype
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Kirobo Mini$474 USD
- Zeroth M1$2,499 USD
Price Tier
- Kirobo Miniunder_50k
- Zeroth M120-40K
Pricing Model
- Kirobo Minioutright purchase
- Zeroth M1purchase
Developer Unit Price
- Kirobo Mini—
- Zeroth M1$89,999
Applications
- Kirobo Minieldercare_assistance, hospitality
- Zeroth M1eldercare_assistance, education, consumer_companion
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2026 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $474 USD | $2,499 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 2.5 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical Form Factor | ||
| Height (values differ) | 10 cm | 38.1 cm |
| Weight (values differ) | 0.2 kg | 28 kg |
| Mobility Type (values differ) | static | bipedal |
| Humanoid Subtype | full bipedal | full bipedal |
| Walking Speed (values differ) | — | 1 m/s |
| Stair Climbing (values differ) | No | — |
| Terrain (values differ) | flat indoor | flat_indoor, mild_incline |
| Payload & Dexterity | ||
| Payload (values differ) | — | 20 kg |
| Total DOF (values differ) | — | 6 |
| Arm DOF (values differ) | — | 2 |
| Bimanual Coordination (values differ) | No | — |
| Compute & AI | ||
| Onboard Compute (values differ) | — | 8-core Horizon Sunrise Series |
| VLM Capable (values differ) | No | — |
| Imitation Learning (values differ) | No | — |
| Programming (values differ) | dedicated app | no_code_gui |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Runtime (values differ) | 2.5 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Charging Method (values differ) | — | tethered |
| Battery Swap (values differ) | No | — |
| Software | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | Japanese | no_code_gui |
| ROS Support (values differ) | No | — |
| Open API (values differ) | No | — |
| Reliability | ||
| Deployment Maturity (values differ) | commercial | prototype |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $474 USD | $2,499 USD |
| Price Tier (values differ) | under_50k | 20-40K |
| Pricing Model (values differ) | outright purchase | purchase |
| Developer Unit Price (values differ) | — | $89,999 |
| Applications (values differ) | eldercare_assistance, hospitality | eldercare_assistance, education, consumer_companion |
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The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Running Capable, Payload (Peak), Hand DOF, Arm Reach, Grip Strength, Manipulation Repeatability, Tool Use, Compute Platform, Foundation Models, Teleoperation, Battery Capacity, Charging Time, 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, 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 | Zeroth M1 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $474 | $2,499 |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $249,526 | $247,501 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +52643% | +9904% |
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 Zeroth M1?
Kirobo Mini is made by Toyota, based in JP. Zeroth M1 is made by Zeroth Robotics, based in US.
When were Kirobo Mini and Zeroth M1 launched?
Kirobo Mini launched in 2016. Zeroth M1 launched in 2026.
How much does Kirobo Mini cost compared to Zeroth M1?
Kirobo Mini is listed at $474. Zeroth M1 is listed at $2,499.
How do Kirobo Mini and Zeroth M1 compare on the Robo Index?
Kirobo Mini grades AA on the Robo Index. Zeroth M1 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 Kirobo Mini and Zeroth M1 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 Zeroth M1?
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 Zeroth M1 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.