Side-by-side comparison of Root (iRobot Corporation (Amazon subsidiary)) and Vector (Digital Dream Labs) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | United States | United States |
| Year First Available | 2018 | 2018 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $199 USD | $250 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | 1 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
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Frequently asked
Root is made by iRobot Corporation (Amazon subsidiary), based in US. Vector is made by Digital Dream Labs, based in US.
Root launched in 2018. Vector launched in 2018.
Root is listed at $199. Vector is listed at $250.
Root grades AA on the Robo Index. Vector grades B. 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.
Root is categorized as Education; Vector as Companion. The Robo Index is calculated per category, so the absolute scores reflect their respective category tiers.
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 Vector compares two robots in the education and companion categories. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Index is calculated.