Robotnik RB-KAIROS vs TIAGo
Side-by-side comparison of Robotnik RB-KAIROS (Robotnik) and TIAGo (PAL Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Robotnik RB-KAIROSSpain
- TIAGoSpain
Year First Available
- Robotnik RB-KAIROS—
- TIAGo2016
Verified Deployments
- Robotnik RB-KAIROS0 Deployments
- TIAGo0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Robotnik RB-KAIROS$50,000 USD
- TIAGo$29,000–$100,370 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Robotnik RB-KAIROS6 hrs
- TIAGo5 hrs
Availability Status
- Robotnik RB-KAIROSACTIVE
- TIAGoACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Robotnik RB-KAIROS5 kg
- TIAGo3 kg
Reach
- Robotnik RB-KAIROS850 mm
- TIAGo—
Max Speed
- Robotnik RB-KAIROS1.5 m/s
- TIAGo1 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Robotnik RB-KAIROS—
- TIAGofully autonomous
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | Spain | Spain |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2016 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $50,000 USD | $29,000–$100,370 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 6 hrs | 5 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 5 kg | 3 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 850 mm | — |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 1.5 m/s | 1 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | fully autonomous |
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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 | Robotnik RB-KAIROS | TIAGo |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $50,000 | $64,685 |
| Payback period | 12.0 mo | 15.5 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $200,000 | $185,315 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +400% | +286% |
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 Robotnik RB-KAIROS and TIAGo?
Robotnik RB-KAIROS is made by Robotnik, based in ES. TIAGo is made by PAL Robotics, based in ES.
How do Robotnik RB-KAIROS and TIAGo compare on the Robo Index?
Robotnik RB-KAIROS grades A on the Robo Index. TIAGo 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.
What is the payload difference between Robotnik RB-KAIROS and TIAGo?
Robotnik RB-KAIROS carries up to 5 kg. TIAGo carries up to 3 kg.
Are Robotnik RB-KAIROS and TIAGo in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Mobile Manipulator on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Robotnik RB-KAIROS and TIAGo?
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 mobile manipulator vendor RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
Robotnik RB-KAIROS vs TIAGo compares two robots in the mobile-manipulator 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.