Kobian vs Wanderer
Side-by-side comparison of Kobian (Waseda University) and Wanderer (RoboDynamics) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- KobianJapan
- Wanderer—
Year First Available
- Kobian2007
- Wanderer2022
Verified Deployments
- Kobian0 Deployments
- Wanderer0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- KobianContact for quote
- Wanderer$75,000
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Kobian0.3 hrs
- Wanderer5 hrs
Availability Status
- KobianACTIVE
- WandererACTIVE
Physical Form Factor
Weight
- Kobian62 kg
- Wanderer5.5 kg
Height
- Kobian140 mm
- Wanderer49.7 cm
Mobility Type
- Kobianbipedal
- Wandererwheeled
Humanoid Subtype
- Kobianfull bipedal
- Wandererother
Walking Speed
- Kobian0.5 m/s
- Wanderer1.2 m/s
Stair Climbing
- KobianNo
- WandererNo
Terrain
- Kobianflat indoor
- Wandererflat indoor
Payload & Dexterity
Payload
- Kobian—
- Wanderer0.5 kg
Total DOF
- Kobian65
- Wanderer6
Arm DOF
- Kobian7
- Wanderer7
Hand DOF
- Kobian4
- Wanderer5
Arm Reach
- Kobian—
- Wanderer43 cm
Bimanual Coordination
- KobianYes
- WandererNo
Compute & AI
Onboard Compute
- KobianQNX real-time OS
- WandererJetson Nano
VLM Capable
- KobianNo
- WandererNo
Foundation Models
- Kobianfalse
- Wandererfalse
Imitation Learning
- KobianNo
- WandererNo
Programming
- Kobiancustom control and behavior software
- WandererPython/C/C++/JavaScript
Battery & Power
Runtime
- Kobian0.3 hrs
- Wanderer5 hrs
Battery Swap
- KobianNo
- WandererNo
Software
SDK Languages
- KobianQNX
- WandererPython, C++, JavaScript
ROS Support
- KobianNo
- WandererYes
Open API
- KobianNo
- WandererNo
Reliability
Deployment Maturity
- Kobianresearch
- Wanderercommercial
IP Rating
- Kobian—
- WandererIP55
Commercial
Price (USD)
- KobianContact for quote
- Wanderer$75,000
Price Tier
- Kobian—
- Wanderer40-80K
Pricing Model
- Kobian—
- Wandererpurchase
Warranty
- Kobian—
- Wanderer2 yrs
Applications
- Kobianemotion expression, culture-specific greetings, human-like speech simulation, robot comedian
- Wandererresearch, teleoperation
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2007 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $75,000 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 0.3 hrs | 5 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical Form Factor | ||
| Weight (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 62 kg | 5.5 kg |
| Height (values differ) | 140 mm | 49.7 cm |
| Mobility Type (values differ) | bipedal | wheeled |
| Humanoid Subtype (values differ) | full bipedal | other |
| Walking Speed (values differ) | 0.5 m/s | 1.2 m/s |
| Stair Climbing | No | No |
| Terrain (values differ) | flat indoor | flat indoor |
| Payload & Dexterity | ||
| Payload (values differ) | — | 0.5 kg |
| Total DOF (values differ) | 65 | 6 |
| Arm DOF | 7 | 7 |
| Hand DOF (values differ) | 4 | 5 |
| Arm Reach (values differ) | — | 43 cm |
| Bimanual Coordination (values differ) | Yes | No |
| Compute & AI | ||
| Onboard Compute (values differ) | QNX real-time OS | Jetson Nano |
| VLM Capable | No | No |
| Foundation Models | false | false |
| Imitation Learning | No | No |
| Programming (values differ) | custom control and behavior software | Python/C/C++/JavaScript |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Runtime (values differ) | 0.3 hrs | 5 hrs |
| Battery Swap | No | No |
| Software | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | QNX | Python, C++, JavaScript |
| ROS Support (values differ) | No | Yes |
| Open API | No | No |
| Reliability | ||
| Deployment Maturity (values differ) | research | commercial |
| IP Rating (values differ) | — | IP55 |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $75,000 |
| Price Tier (values differ) | — | 40-80K |
| Pricing Model (values differ) | — | purchase |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 2 yrs |
| Applications (values differ) | emotion expression, culture-specific greetings, human-like speech simulation, robot comedian | research, teleoperation |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Running Capable, Payload (Peak), 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, Noise Level, RaaS / Month, Developer Unit Price, Delivery Lead Time, Production Pilots
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Frequently asked
Who makes Kobian and Wanderer?
Kobian is made by Waseda University, based in JP. Wanderer is made by RoboDynamics.
When were Kobian and Wanderer launched?
Kobian launched in 2007. Wanderer launched in 2022.
How do Kobian and Wanderer compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Kobian scores 38/100. Wanderer scores 46/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Kobian and Wanderer 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 Kobian and Wanderer?
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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Humanoid TCO: Hardware, Cloud Subscriptions, and the Cost of Teleop Time
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About this comparison
Kobian vs Wanderer 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 Robolist Product Score is calculated.