LittleDog vs Wildcat
Side-by-side comparison of LittleDog (Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary)) and Wildcat (Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary)) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- LittleDogUnited States
- WildcatUnited States
Year First Available
- LittleDog2019
- Wildcat2011
Verified Deployments
- LittleDog0 Deployments
- Wildcat0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- LittleDogContact for quote
- Wildcat$24,999
Battery / Shift Runtime
- LittleDog2 hrs
- Wildcat4 hrs
Availability Status
- LittleDogACTIVE
- WildcatACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- LittleDog5 kg
- Wildcat30 kg
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | United States | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2019 | 2011 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $24,999 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 2 hrs | 4 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 5 kg | 30 kg |
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The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Reach, Max Speed, IP Rating, Autonomy Level
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Frequently asked
Who makes LittleDog and Wildcat?
LittleDog is made by Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary), based in US. Wildcat is made by Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary), based in US.
When were LittleDog and Wildcat launched?
LittleDog launched in 2019. Wildcat launched in 2011.
How do LittleDog and Wildcat compare on the Robo Index?
LittleDog scores 72/100. Wildcat scores 86/100. The Robo Index blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
What is the payload difference between LittleDog and Wildcat?
LittleDog carries up to 5 kg. Wildcat carries up to 30 kg.
Are LittleDog and Wildcat 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 Wildcat?
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 Wildcat 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 Index is calculated.