Lego Boost vs Photon
Side-by-side comparison of Lego Boost (Lego) and Photon (Photon Entertainment) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Lego Boost—
- PhotonPoland
Year First Available
- Lego Boost2017
- Photon2017
Verified Deployments
- Lego Boost0 Deployments
- Photon0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Lego Boost$160 USD
- Photon$215 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Lego Boost—
- Photon8 hrs
Availability Status
- Lego BoostACTIVE
- PhotonACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Lego Boost5 kg
- Photon—
Reach
- Lego Boost850 mm
- Photon—
Max Speed
- Lego Boost1 m/s
- Photon0.4 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Lego Boost—
- Photonsemi-autonomous
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | Poland |
| Year First Available | 2017 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $160 USD | $215 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | — | 8 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 5 kg | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 850 mm | — |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 1 m/s | 0.4 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | semi-autonomous |
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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 | Lego Boost | Photon |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $160 | $215 |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $249,840 | $249,785 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +156160% | +116179% |
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 Lego Boost and Photon?
Lego Boost is made by Lego. Photon is made by Photon Entertainment, based in PL.
When were Lego Boost and Photon launched?
Lego Boost launched in 2017. Photon launched in 2017.
How much does Lego Boost cost compared to Photon?
Lego Boost is listed at $160. Photon is listed at $215.
How do Lego Boost and Photon compare on the Robo Index?
Lego Boost grades A on the Robo Index. Photon 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 Lego Boost and Photon in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Education on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Lego Boost and Photon?
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 Education Robot Vendor RFP: Questions and Red Flags.
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About this comparison
Lego Boost vs Photon compares two robots in the education 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.