The Knightscope K5 is a Security robot developed by Knightscope (United States), launched 2013.
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Not in the Security standing. The standings cover robots first sold from 2020 onward, and this one launched in 2013. 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
Discover how Knightscope’s robots enhance public safety by reducing crime with AI-powered solutions.
At a glance
- Built for security patrol
- Used across security
- Navigates using LiDAR
- Programmed through no code gui
- Rated for operation at 0 46 C outside ambient
Buyer decision signals
Viability
First Annual Autonomous Security Force Day
Price
lease
Availability
Specifications
Category: Security- Speed
- 1.34 m/s
- Weight
- 190.5 kg
- Launch year
- 2013
- Price
- Contact for quote
- Status
- active
Company profile
- Founded
- 2013
Detailed specifications
What it is built for3
- Applications
- security patrol
- Sub Category
- autonomous security robot
- Industries Served
- security
Movement & precision2
- Max Speed M S
- 1.34
- Navigation Type
- LiDAR
Power & runtime1
- Auto Charging
- true
Controls & integration2
- Fleet Software
- Knightscope Security Operations Center
- Programming Interface
- no code gui
Safety & certification1
- Operating Temp
- 0-46 C outside ambient
Buying & support5
- Price Tier
- 150K+
- Datasheet Url
- Preview PDF online
- Pricing Model
- lease
- Deployment Count
- 10000
- Availability Status
- available
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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
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Knightscope K5?
- The Knightscope K5 is developed by Knightscope, based in United States.
- What type of robot is the Knightscope K5?
- The Knightscope K5 is a Security robot made by Knightscope.
- How much does the Knightscope K5 cost?
- Pricing for the Knightscope K5 is not publicly listed — contact Knightscope for a quote.
- When was the Knightscope K5 launched?
- The Knightscope K5 was launched in 2013.
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