Qoobo vs Zumi
Side-by-side comparison of Qoobo (Yukai Engineering Inc.) and Zumi (Robolink) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- QooboJapan
- ZumiUnited States
Year First Available
- Qoobo2018
- Zumi2019
Verified Deployments
- Qoobo0 Deployments
- Zumi0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Qoobo$120 USD
- ZumiUp to $1,699 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Qoobo8 hrs
- Zumi0.7 hrs
Availability Status
- QooboACTIVE
- ZumiACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Autonomy Level
- Qoobofully autonomous
- Zumi—
| ||
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | 2019 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $120 USD | Up to $1,699 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | 8 hrs | 0.7 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | fully autonomous | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Payload Capacity, Reach, Max Speed, 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 | Qoobo | Zumi |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $120 | $1,699 |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $249,880 | $248,301 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +208233% | +14615% |
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 Qoobo and Zumi?
Qoobo is made by Yukai Engineering Inc., based in JP. Zumi is made by Robolink, based in US.
When were Qoobo and Zumi launched?
Qoobo launched in 2018. Zumi launched in 2019.
How do Qoobo and Zumi compare on the Robo Score?
Qoobo scores 64.1 on the Robo Score. Zumi scores 55.5. 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.
Are Qoobo and Zumi 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 Qoobo and Zumi?
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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Qoobo vs Zumi 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 Score is calculated.