The Aibo is a Companion robot developed by Sony (Japan), launched 2018, priced at $3,200 USD.
RoboScore
Very strong evidence
6 of 9 signals present
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Not in the Companion standing. The standings cover robots first sold from 2020 onward, and this one launched in 2018. Its Robo Score above is unaffected — the score is the evidence, the standing is only who it is listed against.
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Overview
Aibo is a friendly robotic dog whose personality and behavior evolves over time. It can recognize its owner's face, detect smiles and words of praise, and learn new tricks. The robot uses cloud-based AI, image recognition, and adaptive learning to develop a unique personality. It features OLED display eyes, SLAM capability for mapping and navigation, and self-charging functionality.
Flagship features
- Home companion robot with expressive design
- Equipped with OLED eyes, cameras, and multiple sensors
- Operates on mobile network and Wi-Fi
- Power consumption: 14 W
- Battery life: 120 minutes
- Dimensions: 180 x 293 x 305 mm
Buyer decision signals
Deployments
eldercare
Viability
Introducing the 'My aibo' App, a New Way to Capture Life with aibo
Price
Availability
Specifications
Category: Companion- Weight
- 2.2 kg
- Battery
- 2 h
- Autonomy
- fully autonomous
- Launch year
- 2018
- Price
- $3,200 USD
- Status
- active
Company profile
- Founded
- 1946
Detailed specifications
Sensing & perception2
- Camera Present
- Yes
- Microphone Present
- Yes
Controls & integration2
- Controller Model
- 64bit Quad-Core CPU[1]
- Connectivity Options
- wifi,cellular 4g
Buying & support2
- Price Tier
- 150K+
- Availability Status
- available
Other details2
- Ai Cloud Plan Price
- 25
- Starting Price Per Month
- 111
Who runs it· deployment evidence
1 on record · none maker-verified yet. Each links to its source — open it and judge.
- eldercaresource ↗
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Company milestones
- Mar 2027Launchaibo will take place in China for the very first time in 2027
- 2026LaunchIntroducing the 'My aibo' App, a New Way to Capture Life with aibo
- 2021MilestoneRenamed Sony Group Corporation
- 1999LaunchAIBO launch
- 1958MilestoneName changed to Sony
- —MilestoneCompany founded
Sony in the news
the maker8 events · last 12 months
Beni Is What Sony Aibo Grew Up to Be - A $549 Camera Robot That Captures Life While You Live It
Sony in the news
the maker8 events · last 12 months
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Aibo?
- The Aibo is developed by Sony, based in Japan.
- What type of robot is the Aibo?
- The Aibo is a Companion robot made by Sony.
- How much does the Aibo cost?
- The Aibo is priced at $3,200 USD.
- When was the Aibo launched?
- The Aibo was launched in 2018.
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