Lego Boost vs Reachy Mini
Side-by-side comparison of Lego Boost (Lego) and Reachy Mini (Pollen Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Lego Boost—
- Reachy MiniFrance
Year First Available
- Lego Boost2017
- Reachy Mini2025
Verified Deployments
- Lego Boost0 Deployments
- Reachy Mini0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Lego Boost$160 USD
- Reachy Mini$449 USD
Availability Status
- Lego BoostACTIVE
- Reachy MiniACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Lego Boost5 kg
- Reachy Mini1 kg
Reach
- Lego Boost850 mm
- Reachy Mini—
Max Speed
- Lego Boost1 m/s
- Reachy Mini—
Autonomy Level
- Lego Boost—
- Reachy Minifully autonomous
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | France |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2017 | 2025 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $160 USD | $449 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 5 kg | 1 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 850 mm | — |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 1 m/s | — |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | fully autonomous |
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The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, IP Rating
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Frequently asked
Who makes Lego Boost and Reachy Mini?
Lego Boost is made by Lego. Reachy Mini is made by Pollen Robotics, based in FR.
When were Lego Boost and Reachy Mini launched?
Lego Boost launched in 2017. Reachy Mini launched in 2025.
How much does Lego Boost cost compared to Reachy Mini?
Lego Boost is listed at $160. Reachy Mini is listed at $449.
How do Lego Boost and Reachy Mini compare on the Robo Index?
Lego Boost scores 80/100. Reachy Mini scores 78/100. The Robo Index blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Lego Boost and Reachy Mini 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 Reachy Mini?
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 Reachy Mini 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.