Spot Gamma vs SpotMini
Side-by-side comparison of Spot Gamma (Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary)) and SpotMini (Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary)) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Spot GammaUnited States
- SpotMiniUnited States
Year First Available
- Spot Gamma—
- SpotMini2017
Verified Deployments
- Spot Gamma0 Deployments
- SpotMini0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Spot Gamma$74,500–$75,000 USD
- SpotMini$75,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Spot Gamma1.5 hrs
- SpotMini1.5 hrs
Availability Status
- Spot GammaACTIVE
- SpotMiniACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Spot Gamma14 kg
- SpotMini14 kg
Max Speed
- Spot Gamma—
- SpotMini1.9 m/s
IP Rating
- Spot GammaIP54
- SpotMiniIP42
Autonomy Level
- Spot Gamma—
- SpotMinisemi-autonomous
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | United States | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $74,500–$75,000 USD | $75,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) | 1.5 hrs | 1.5 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) | 14 kg | 14 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 1.9 m/s |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP54 | IP42 |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | semi-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 | Spot Gamma | SpotMini |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $74,750 | $75,000 |
| Payback period | 17.9 mo | 18.0 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $175,250 | $175,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +234% | +233% |
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 Spot Gamma and SpotMini?
Spot Gamma is made by Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary), based in US. SpotMini is made by Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary), based in US.
How do Spot Gamma and SpotMini compare on the Robo Score?
Spot Gamma scores 68.5 on the Robo Score. SpotMini scores 41.1. The Robo Score is a 0–100 credibility figure blending commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
What is the payload difference between Spot Gamma and SpotMini?
Spot Gamma carries up to 14 kg. SpotMini carries up to 14 kg.
Are Spot Gamma and SpotMini in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Quadruped on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Spot Gamma and SpotMini?
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 quadruped vendor RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
Spot Gamma vs SpotMini compares two robots in the quadruped category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Score is calculated.