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K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR)

Built by Knightscope · United States

Updated Oct 2026·methodology

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The K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) is a Security robot developed by Knightscope (United States), launched 2023.

RoboScore

49.0/ 100

Adequate evidence

No confirmed deployment on record — this score reflects the rest of the record, not verified adoption.

5 of 9 signals present

Recomputed nightly from public data. Missing data is skipped, never zero-filled — and rankings are never for sale.

Weighted factors

average of the 5 scored · blanks don't count

Commercial maturity20%75/100
Deployment footprint20%unknown
Proven track record12%30/100
Spec completeness12%96/100
Company financial health12%unknown
Company maturity8%65/100
Manufacturer portfolio6%51/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%unknown
Independent recognition4%unknown

Ranked #29 of 53 in the Security standing.

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Where it has stood71 days · best #27 · worst #32
#1 · started #29#53

2 days carry something the board can name:

  • 9 Sept RoboScore fell 0.63 — its evidence changed.
  • 15 Sept Its maker's news lifted the score 2.97 — the board noticed.

One reading per day since 3 Aug, when the current ordering began. The rank above is the reading for 13 Oct, taken against 53 robots — the standing itself is live, so a robot added since then counts there and not here yet.

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Overview

The K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) is an innovative, fully-autonomous solution designed to enhance safety at your property. With its cutting-edge features, sophisticated technology, and unmatched intelligence, the K5 offers an elevated level of protection for businesses, campuses, and public spaces.

At a glance

  • Built for warehouse transport, goods to person and last mile delivery
  • Used across logistics and hospitality service
  • Navigates using autonomous
  • Programmed through proprietary app
  • Sold in United States

Buyer decision signals

Viability

US$25.0M raised in 1 confirmed roundest. 2013

First Annual Autonomous Security Force Day features K7 demonstrations

Price

raas

Availability

available

Specifications

Category: Security
Payload
100 kg
Reach
1,500 mm
Speed
1.34 m/s
Weight
190.5 kg
Battery
1.5 h
Launch year
2023
Price
Contact for quote
Status
active
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Confirmed funding
US$25.0M· 1 round
Founded
2013

Detailed specifications

What it is built for3
Applications
security patrol
Sub Category
autonomous-security-robot
Industries Served
businesses,campuses,public spaces
Movement & precision4
Dof
6
Max Speed M S
1.34
Navigation Type
vision
Repeatability Mm
0.05
Sensing & perception1
Microphone Present
Yes
Power & runtime1
Auto Charging
Yes
Controls & integration6
Fleet Software
Knightscope Security Operations Center (KSOC)
Compatible Vision
AI cameras for real-time threat detection
Software Platform
KSOC (Knightscope Security Operations Center)
Training Required
none
Voice Interaction
Yes
Programming Interface
proprietary app
Buying & support6
Price Tier
40-80K
Datasheet Url
Preview PDF online
Pricing Model
raas
Model Variants
K5
Availability Status
available
Countries Available
United States
Other details8
Terrain
Indoor & Outdoor
Width In
34.9
Height In
64.6
Length In
44.6
Weatherproof
Yes
Outdoor Capable
Yes
Ramp Accessible
Yes
Fleet Management
Yes

Who runs it· deployment evidence

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Company milestones

  • Apr 2026MilestoneFirst Annual Autonomous Security Force Day
  • Apr 2026MilestoneFirst Annual Autonomous Security Force Day features K7
  • Apr 2026MilestoneFirst Annual Autonomous Security Force Day features K7 demonstrations
  • Jul 2024DeploymentSecureSpace expands K5 deployment across all locations
  • Jun 2024DeploymentTwo K5 ASRs deployed at California self-storage facilities
  • Sep 2023DeploymentKnightscope Robot Roadshow lands in Dallas at GSX 2023
  • Jan 2022FundingIPO completed
  • Apr 2013MilestoneCompany founded

Knightscope in the news

the maker

8 events

Robots vs. the Homeless: Knightscope Robot Deployed by SPCA Displaced by Law

News about Knightscope, the maker — not about this robot specifically, except rows marked this robot. Collected and classified independently across 13 outlets, so a maker cannot add to it. It never changes this robot's RoboScore — the evidence half of the RoboIndex — and it can move it up a board by at most 15 points. See all Knightscope news

Frequently asked questions

Who makes the K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR)?
The K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) is developed by Knightscope, based in United States.
What type of robot is the K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR)?
The K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) is a Security robot made by Knightscope.
How much does the K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) cost?
Pricing for the K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) is not publicly listed — contact Knightscope for a quote.
When was the K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) launched?
The K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) was launched in 2023.

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