Keepon
DiscontinuedBuilt by BeatBots · Japan
The Keepon is a Research robot developed by BeatBots (Japan), launched 2011, listed at $30,000 USD (unverified). The Keepon has been discontinued by the manufacturer.
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Not in the Research standing. The standings cover robots first sold from 2020 onward, and this one launched in 2011. 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
Keepon is a social robot that interacts with people and dances when music is playing. It was created for autism research applications, with a research model (Keepon Pro) that can be teleoperated by therapists to engage with children. A consumer toy version called My Keepon is also available that responds to touch and dances to music autonomously.
Flagship features
- Initially developed for autism therapy and social development studies
- Features touch and dance modes with expressive responses to music and physical interactions
- Powered by 8 AA batteries or an optional 12V adapter
- A portion of sales supports research robots for autism therapy
- Suitable for children ages 6 and up, but also popular with older audiences
Buyer decision signals
Viability
Keepon Pro used in research and therapy settings
Price
purchase
Unverified — no source on record
Availability
Specifications
Category: Research- Weight
- 1.5 kg
- Autonomy
- semi-autonomous
- Launch year
- 2011
- Price
- $30,000 USD
- Status
- active
Unverified — no source on record
Company profile
- Founded
- 2007
Detailed specifications
What it is built for4
- Applications
- concierge,guided tours
- Sub Category
- concierge
- Industries Served
- medical,consumer
- Floor Compatibility
- hard floor
Size & capacity1
- Dimensions Mm
- 115x275x275
Movement & precision1
- Navigation Type
- lidar slam
Power & runtime2
- Auto Docking
- true
- Auto Charging
- true
Controls & integration2
- Api Available
- true
- Ros Compatible
- true
Buying & support5
- Price Tier
- <10K
- Pricing Model
- purchase
- Model Variants
- Keepon Pro,My Keepon
- Availability Status
- available
- Countries Available
- US,UK,Europe
Other details2
- Fleet Management
- single dashboard
- Voice Interaction
- true
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Company milestones
- 2003DeploymentKeepon Pro used in research and therapy settings
- —MilestoneBeatBots website content
- —LaunchKeepon Pro positioned as a research robot for children
- —LaunchMy Keepon consumer version introduced
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Keepon?
- The Keepon is developed by BeatBots, based in Japan.
- What type of robot is the Keepon?
- The Keepon is a Research robot made by BeatBots.
- How much does the Keepon cost?
- The Keepon is listed at $30,000 USD in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure is unverified and not confirmed by BeatBots — contact them for a quote.
- When was the Keepon launched?
- The Keepon was launched in 2011.
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