QTrobot vs TUG
Side-by-side comparison of QTrobot (LuxAI) and TUG (Aethon) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- QTrobotLuxembourg
- TUGUnited States
Year First Available
- QTrobot2017
- TUG2022
Verified Deployments
- QTrobot0 Deployments
- TUG0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- QTrobot$7,476
- TUG$107,500
Battery / Shift Runtime
- QTrobot—
- TUG10 hrs
Availability Status
- QTrobotACTIVE
- TUGACTIVE
Cross-Category Comparison
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Luxembourg | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2017 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $7,476 | $107,500 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | 10 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
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Frequently asked
Who makes QTrobot and TUG?
QTrobot is made by LuxAI, based in LU. TUG is made by Aethon, based in US.
When were QTrobot and TUG launched?
QTrobot launched in 2017. TUG launched in 2022.
How much does QTrobot cost compared to TUG?
QTrobot is listed at $7,476. TUG is listed at $107,500.
How do QTrobot and TUG compare on the Robolist Product Score?
QTrobot scores 54/100. TUG scores 39/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are QTrobot and TUG comparable?
QTrobot is categorized as Education; TUG as Hospitality Service. The Product Score is calculated per category, so the absolute scores reflect their respective category tiers.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Education And Hospitality Service robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Education And Hospitality Service TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Service Robot TCO Across Hotels, Restaurants, Retail, and Senior Care.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between QTrobot and TUG?
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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Service Robot TCO Across Hotels, Restaurants, Retail, and Senior Care
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About this comparison
QTrobot vs TUG compares two robots in the education and hospitality-service categories. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robolist Product Score is calculated.