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Mabu

Built by Catalia Health · United States

Updated May 2026·methodology
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The Mabu is a Surgical / Medical robot developed by Catalia Health (United States), launched 2015. Key specifications: type other, arms 1, console type other, regulatory unknown.

Robo Index

AA

Very strong evidence

6 of 10 signals present

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Weighted factors

average of the 6 scored · blanks don't count

Commercial maturity20%100/100
Deployment footprint18%unknown
Proven track record12%100/100
Spec completeness12%78/100
Company financial health12%77/100
Company maturity8%60/100
Manufacturer portfolio6%unknown
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%unknown
Independent recognition4%unknown
Market momentum2%unknown

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Overview

Mabu is a personal healthcare companion robot designed to help patients dealing with chronic illness. It features an engaging interface that blinks, makes eye contact, and uses AI to have intelligent, tailored conversations. The robot improves patient care via daily check-ins and data-driven conversations that can reduce hospital re-admissions. With 6 degrees of freedom, it can move its head and eyes and is powered by an Android tablet.

Buyer decision signals

Deployments

2 known operators in United States

Kaiser Permanente, Pfizer

Viability

$8.0M raisedest. 2014

Catalia Health and Pfizer launch Mabu pilot

Specifications

Category: Surgical / Medical
Type
other
Arms
1
Console type
other
Regulatory
unknown
Maturity
commercial shipping
Pricing model
unknown
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Funding raised
$8.0M
Founded
2014

Who runs it· deployment evidence

2 on record · none maker-verified yet. Each links to its source — open it and judge.

Verified — maker-confirmedReported — in a public source, not maker-confirmed

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Company milestones

  • Sep 2019PartnershipCatalia Health and Pfizer launch Mabu pilot
  • Nov 2017Funding$4M Seed round announced
  • 2019PartnershipAmerican Heart Association collaboration
  • 2019DeploymentMabu brought into Kaiser Permanente homes
  • 2015LaunchMabu introduced
  • 2015LaunchFirst version of Mabu introduced
  • 2014MilestoneFounded by Cory Kidd

Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Mabu?
The Mabu is developed by Catalia Health, based in United States.
What type of robot is the Mabu?
The Mabu is a Surgical / Medical robot made by Catalia Health.
How much does the Mabu cost?
Pricing for the Mabu is not publicly listed — contact Catalia Health for a quote.
When was the Mabu launched?
The Mabu was launched in 2015.
What are the key specifications of the Mabu?
Key specifications of the Mabu: type other, arms 1, console type other, regulatory unknown, maturity commercial shipping.

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