Ozobot STEAM Kits vs Root
Side-by-side comparison of Ozobot STEAM Kits (Ozobot) and Root (iRobot Corporation (Amazon subsidiary)) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Ozobot STEAM KitsUnited States
- RootUnited States
Year First Available
- Ozobot STEAM Kits—
- Root2018
Verified Deployments
- Ozobot STEAM Kits0 Deployments
- Root0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Ozobot STEAM Kits$215 USD
- Root$199 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Ozobot STEAM Kits1 hrs
- Root—
Availability Status
- Ozobot STEAM KitsACTIVE
- RootACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Max Speed
- Ozobot STEAM Kits—
- Root0.1 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Ozobot STEAM Kits—
- Rootsemi-autonomous
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | United States | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2018 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $215 USD | $199 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 1 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 0.1 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | semi-autonomous |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Payload Capacity, Reach, 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 | Ozobot STEAM Kits | Root |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $215 | $199 |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $249,785 | $249,801 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +116179% | +125528% |
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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes Ozobot STEAM Kits and Root?
Ozobot STEAM Kits is made by Ozobot, based in US. Root is made by iRobot Corporation (Amazon subsidiary), based in US.
How much does Ozobot STEAM Kits cost compared to Root?
Ozobot STEAM Kits is listed at $215. Root is listed at $199.
How do Ozobot STEAM Kits and Root compare on the Robo Index?
Ozobot STEAM Kits grades BBB on the Robo Index. Root grades AA. 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 Ozobot STEAM Kits and Root 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 Ozobot STEAM Kits and Root?
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
Ozobot STEAM Kits vs Root 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.