Lego Boost vs Professor Einstein
Side-by-side comparison of Lego Boost (Lego) and Professor Einstein (Hanson Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Lego Boost—
- Professor EinsteinHong Kong
Year First Available
- Lego Boost2017
- Professor Einstein2017
Verified Deployments
- Lego Boost0 Deployments
- Professor Einstein0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Lego Boost$160 USD
- Professor Einstein$249 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Lego Boost—
- Professor Einstein3.5 hrs
Availability Status
- Lego BoostACTIVE
- Professor EinsteinACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Lego Boost5 kg
- Professor Einstein0.1 kg
Reach
- Lego Boost850 mm
- Professor Einstein1,400 mm
Max Speed
- Lego Boost1 m/s
- Professor Einstein—
Autonomy Level
- Lego Boost—
- Professor Einsteinsemi-autonomous
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | Hong Kong |
| Year First Available | 2017 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $160 USD | $249 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | 3.5 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 5 kg | 0.1 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 850 mm | 1,400 mm |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 1 m/s | — |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | semi-autonomous |
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The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: 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 | Lego Boost | Professor Einstein |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $160 | $249 |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $249,840 | $249,751 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +156160% | +100302% |
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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes Lego Boost and Professor Einstein?
Lego Boost is made by Lego. Professor Einstein is made by Hanson Robotics, based in HK.
When were Lego Boost and Professor Einstein launched?
Lego Boost launched in 2017. Professor Einstein launched in 2017.
How much does Lego Boost cost compared to Professor Einstein?
Lego Boost is listed at $160. Professor Einstein is listed at $249.
How do Lego Boost and Professor Einstein compare on the Robo Score?
Lego Boost scores 56.6 on the Robo Score. Professor Einstein scores 60.6. The Robo Score is a 0–100 credibility figure blending commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Lego Boost and Professor Einstein 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 Professor Einstein?
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 Professor Einstein 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 Score is calculated.