Simon vs Yamaha Fazer R G2
Side-by-side comparison of Simon (Georgia Tech) and Yamaha Fazer R G2 (Yamaha Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Simon—
- Yamaha Fazer R G2Japan
Year First Available
- Simon2008
- Yamaha Fazer R G22022
Verified Deployments
- Simon0 Deployments
- Yamaha Fazer R G20 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Simon$500,000 USD
- Yamaha Fazer R G2$130,000 USD
Availability Status
- SimonACTIVE
- Yamaha Fazer R G2ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Simon—
- Yamaha Fazer R G250 kg
Max Speed
- Simon—
- Yamaha Fazer R G220 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Simonsemi-autonomous
- Yamaha Fazer R G2—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | Japan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2008 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $500,000 USD | $130,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | — | 50 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 20 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: Battery / Shift Runtime, 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 | Simon | Yamaha Fazer R G2 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $500,000 | $130,000 |
| Payback period | 120.0 mo | 31.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | -$250,000 | $120,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | -50% | +92% |
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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes Simon and Yamaha Fazer R G2?
Simon is made by Georgia Tech. Yamaha Fazer R G2 is made by Yamaha Robotics, based in JP.
When were Simon and Yamaha Fazer R G2 launched?
Simon launched in 2008. Yamaha Fazer R G2 launched in 2022.
How much does Simon cost compared to Yamaha Fazer R G2?
Simon is listed at $500,000. Yamaha Fazer R G2 is listed at $130,000.
How do Simon and Yamaha Fazer R G2 compare on the Robo Index?
Simon grades BBB on the Robo Index. Yamaha Fazer R G2 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 Simon and Yamaha Fazer R G2 in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Research on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Research robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Research TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: The real cost of a research platform.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Simon and Yamaha Fazer R G2?
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 research-robot procurement RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
Simon vs Yamaha Fazer R G2 compares two robots in the research 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.