Kirobo vs Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VI
Side-by-side comparison of Kirobo (Toyota) and Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VI (Waseda University) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- KiroboJapan
- Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VIJapan
Year First Available
- Kirobo2013
- Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VI2011
Verified Deployments
- Kirobo0 Deployments
- Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VI0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Kirobo2.5 hrs
- Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VI—
Availability Status
- KiroboACTIVE
- Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VIACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Autonomy Level
- Kirobo—
- Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VIfully autonomous
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | Japan | Japan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2013 | 2011 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 2.5 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | fully autonomous |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Payload Capacity, Reach, Max Speed, 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 | Kirobo | Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VI |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Kirobo, Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VI 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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes Kirobo and Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VI?
Kirobo is made by Toyota, based in JP. Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VI is made by Waseda University, based in JP.
When were Kirobo and Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VI launched?
Kirobo launched in 2013. Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VI launched in 2011.
How do Kirobo and Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VI compare on the Robo Index?
Kirobo grades AA on the Robo Index. Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VI 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 Kirobo and Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VI 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 Kirobo and Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VI?
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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Kirobo vs Waseda Flutist Robot No.4 Refined VI 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.