Root vs Thymio AI
Side-by-side comparison of Root (iRobot Corporation (Amazon subsidiary)) and Thymio AI (Mobsya) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- RootUnited States
- Thymio AI—
Year First Available
- Root2018
- Thymio AI2011
Verified Deployments
- Root0 Deployments
- Thymio AI0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Root$199 USD
- Thymio AIContact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Root—
- Thymio AI5 hrs
Availability Status
- RootACTIVE
- Thymio AIACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Max Speed
- Root0.1 m/s
- Thymio AI0.1 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Rootsemi-autonomous
- Thymio AI—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | 2011 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $199 USD | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | — | 5 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Max Speed (values differ) | 0.1 m/s | 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 | Root | Thymio AI |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $199 | No price |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $249,801 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +125528% | — |
Thymio AI has no listed price, so payback can't be computed. Contact the manufacturer for a quote.
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 Root and Thymio AI?
Root is made by iRobot Corporation (Amazon subsidiary), based in US. Thymio AI is made by Mobsya.
When were Root and Thymio AI launched?
Root launched in 2018. Thymio AI launched in 2011.
How do Root and Thymio AI compare on the Robo Index?
Root grades AA on the Robo Index. Thymio AI 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 Root and Thymio AI 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 Root and Thymio AI?
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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Root vs Thymio AI 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.