LittleDog vs SpotMini
Side-by-side comparison of LittleDog (Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary)) and SpotMini (Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary)) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- LittleDogUnited States
- SpotMiniUnited States
Year First Available
- LittleDog2019
- SpotMini2017
Verified Deployments
- LittleDog0 Deployments
- SpotMini0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- LittleDogContact for quote
- SpotMini$75,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- LittleDog2 hrs
- SpotMini1.5 hrs
Availability Status
- LittleDogACTIVE
- SpotMiniACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- LittleDog5 kg
- SpotMini14 kg
IP Rating
- LittleDog—
- SpotMiniIP42
Max Speed
- LittleDog—
- SpotMini1.9 m/s
Autonomy Level
- LittleDog—
- SpotMinisemi-autonomous
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | United States | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2019 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $75,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 2 hrs | 1.5 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 5 kg | 14 kg |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | IP42 |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 1.9 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 | LittleDog | SpotMini |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $75,000 |
| Payback period | — | 18.0 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $175,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +233% |
LittleDog has 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes LittleDog and SpotMini?
LittleDog is made by Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary), based in US. SpotMini is made by Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary), based in US.
When were LittleDog and SpotMini launched?
LittleDog launched in 2019. SpotMini launched in 2017.
How do LittleDog and SpotMini compare on the Robo Score?
LittleDog scores 67.9 on the Robo Score. SpotMini scores 41.1. 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.
What is the payload difference between LittleDog and SpotMini?
LittleDog carries up to 5 kg. SpotMini carries up to 14 kg.
Are LittleDog and SpotMini in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Quadruped on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between LittleDog and SpotMini?
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 quadruped vendor RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
LittleDog vs SpotMini compares two robots in the quadruped 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.