TurtleBot 3 Burger vs TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB
Side-by-side comparison of TurtleBot 3 Burger (ROBOTIS Co., Ltd.) and TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB (TurtleBot) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- TurtleBot 3 BurgerSouth Korea
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GBSouth Korea
Year First Available
- TurtleBot 3 Burger2017
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB2022
Verified Deployments
- TurtleBot 3 Burger0 Deployments
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- TurtleBot 3 Burger$549 USD
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB$1,015 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- TurtleBot 3 Burger2.5 hrs
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB—
Availability Status
- TurtleBot 3 BurgerACTIVE
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GBACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- TurtleBot 3 Burger15 kg
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB—
Reach
- TurtleBot 3 Burger1,300 mm
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB—
Max Speed
- TurtleBot 3 Burger0.2 m/s
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB0.2 m/s
Autonomy Level
- TurtleBot 3 Burgerfully autonomous
- TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | South Korea | South Korea |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2017 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $549 USD | $1,015 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 2.5 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 15 kg | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,300 mm | — |
| Max Speed | 0.2 m/s | 0.2 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | fully autonomous | — |
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The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: 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 | TurtleBot 3 Burger | TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $549 | $1,015 |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $249,451 | $248,985 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +45437% | +24531% |
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 TurtleBot 3 Burger and TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB?
TurtleBot 3 Burger is made by ROBOTIS Co., Ltd., based in KR. TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB is made by TurtleBot, based in KR.
When were TurtleBot 3 Burger and TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB launched?
TurtleBot 3 Burger launched in 2017. TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB launched in 2022.
How much does TurtleBot 3 Burger cost compared to TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB?
TurtleBot 3 Burger is listed at $549. TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB is listed at $1,015.
How do TurtleBot 3 Burger and TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB compare on the Robo Index?
TurtleBot 3 Burger grades A on the Robo Index. TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB 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 TurtleBot 3 Burger and TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB 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 TurtleBot 3 Burger and TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB?
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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About this comparison
TurtleBot 3 Burger vs TurtleBot 3 Burger RPi4 2GB 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.