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OT-2

Built by Opentrons · United States

Updated May 2026·methodology
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The OT-2 is a Research robot developed by Opentrons (United States), priced at $15,950 USD.

RoboScore

39.9/ 100

Speculative — thin 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%25/100
Deployment footprint20%unknown
Proven track record12%unknown
Spec completeness12%82/100
Company financial health12%92/100
Company maturity8%60/100
Manufacturer portfolio6%72/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%unknown
Independent recognition4%unknown

Ranked #30 of 69 in the Research standing.

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Where it has stood41 days · best #21 · worst #30
#1 · started #26#69

One day of that is about OT-2 itself:

  • 5 Sept Robo Score rose 0.87 — its evidence changed.

One reading per day since 3 Aug, when the current ordering began. The rank above is the reading for 12 Sept, taken against 69 robots — the standing itself is live, so a robot added since then counts there and not here yet.

+0.87since the 6 Sept readingManufacturer portfolio now counts.

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Overview

Ideal for education, the OT-2 is aimed at simplifying laboratory processes with its user-friendly interface and efficient protocols.

At a glance

  • Built for pipetting and sample handling
  • Used across pharma, biotech and life sciences
  • Programmed through python
  • Public API for integration
  • Certified to CE and FCC
  • Rated for operation at 20 24°C

Buyer decision signals

Viability

US$210.0M raised in 2 confirmed roundsest. 2014

Merck partnership

Price

$15,950

Availability

available1-week lead time

Specifications

Category: Research
Weight
48 kg
Price
$15,950 USD
Status
active
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Confirmed funding
US$210.0M· 2 rounds
Founded
2014

Detailed specifications

What it is built for1
Sub Category
liquid handling robot
Controls & integration3
Software Platform
Opentrons API
Training Required
basic_<1day
Programming Interface
code python
Safety & certification1
Operating Temp
20-24°C
Buying & support3
Lead Time Weeks
1
Availability Status
available
Countries Available
US,40+ countries

Who runs it· deployment evidence

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Company milestones

  • Jan 2025PartnershipMerck partnership
  • Mar 2022LaunchOT-2 workstation expansion announced
  • 2026LaunchOpentrons Compliance Ready Software for Flex
  • 2026LaunchOpentrons App 9.0 with Protocol Visualization for Flex
  • 2026DeploymentOpentrons Flex Compliance Ready Software at SLAS Europe 2026
  • 2024DeploymentUK Roadshow Spring 2024 featuring Flex Robot
  • 2014MilestoneCompany founded
  • MilestoneOT-2 available for purchase

More videos

Introducing the OT-2 Pipetting Robot

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Opentrons 8.0 Software Release - New features for Flex and OT-2 users

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Automate Luciferase Reporter Assays with the Opentrons OT-2 Robot

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Strategies for Automating PCR and PCR Prep on the Opentrons Flex and OT-2

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[SPANISH] Usando un Opentrons OT-2 Robot en el Laboratorio: Un Tutorial de el iGEM Design League

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Attaching Pipettes to the OT-2

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Frequently asked questions

Who makes the OT-2?
The OT-2 is developed by Opentrons, based in United States.
What type of robot is the OT-2?
The OT-2 is a Research robot made by Opentrons.
How much does the OT-2 cost?
The OT-2 is priced at $15,950 USD.

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