Mini vs TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB
Side-by-side comparison of Mini (Sphero) and TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB (TurtleBot) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- MiniUnited States
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GBSouth Korea
Year First Available
- Mini2017
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB2022
Verified Deployments
- Mini0 Deployments
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Mini$130 USD
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB$1,015 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Mini1 hrs
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB—
Availability Status
- MiniACTIVE
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GBACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Reach
- Mini1,700 mm
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB—
Payload Capacity
- Mini20 kg
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB—
Max Speed
- Mini1 m/s
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB0.2 m/s
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | South Korea |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2017 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $130 USD | $1,015 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 1 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 1,700 mm | — |
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 20 kg | — |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 1 m/s | 0.2 m/s |
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Frequently asked
Who makes Mini and TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB?
Mini is made by Sphero, based in US. TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB is made by TurtleBot, based in KR.
When were Mini and TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB launched?
Mini launched in 2017. TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB launched in 2022.
How much does Mini cost compared to TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB?
Mini is listed at $130. TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB is listed at $1,015.
How do Mini and TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB compare on the Robo Index?
Mini grades AA on the Robo Index. TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB 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 Mini and TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB 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 Mini and TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB?
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
Mini vs TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB 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.