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TurtleBot 3 Burger

Built by ROBOTIS · South Korea

Updated Jun 2026·methodology
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The TurtleBot 3 Burger is a Education robot developed by ROBOTIS (South Korea), launched 2017, listed at $549 USD (unverified).

RoboScore

59.3/ 100

Strong evidence

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

5 of 9 signals present

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Weighted factors

average of the 5 scored · blanks don't count

Commercial maturity20%75/100
Deployment footprint20%unknown
Proven track record12%70/100
Spec completeness12%100/100
Company financial health12%unknown
Company maturity8%100/100
Manufacturer portfolio6%51/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%unknown
Independent recognition4%unknown

Not in the Education standing. The standings cover robots first sold from 2020 onward, and this one launched in 2017. 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

TurtleBot3 is a small programmable mobile robot powered by the Robot Operating System (ROS). It carries lidar and 3D sensors and navigates autonomously using simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM). It has a modular design, making it a versatile educational tool for learning robotics.

At a glance

  • Built for pick and place, warehouse transport and package delivery
  • Used across education and research
  • Navigates using LiDAR SLAM
  • Programmed through ROS and python
  • Public API for integration
  • Compatible with ROS

Buyer decision signals

Viability

est. 1999

Cloud Robotics tutorial for TurtleBot3

Price

$549

purchase

Aggregated from public sources — unverified

Availability

available4-week lead time1-yr warranty

Specifications

Category: Education
Payload
15 kg
Reach
1,300 mm
Speed
0.22 m/s
Weight
1 kg
Battery
2.5 h
Autonomy
fully autonomous
Launch year
2017
Price
$549 USD

Aggregated from public sources — unverified

Status
active
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Founded
1999

Detailed specifications

What it is built for3
Applications
pick and place,warehouse transport,package delivery,security patrol
Sub Category
mobile robot platform
Industries Served
education,research
Movement & precision4
Dof
2
Max Speed M S
0.22
Navigation Type
lidar slam
Repeatability Mm
0.03
Power & runtime2
Auto Charging
false
Charge Time Hours
2.5
Controls & integration9
Api Available
true
Ros Compatible
true
Controller Model
OpenCR (32-bit ARM Cortex-M7)
Setup Time Hours
8
Compatible Vision
Raspberry Pi Camera
Software Platform
DYNAMIXEL SDK, DYNAMIXEL Workbench, R+ Task 2.0, R+ Manager 2.0
Training Required
basic_<1day
Compatible Grippers
Robotiq 2F-85,OnRobot RG2,OnRobot RG6,Schunk PG Plus
Programming Interface
code ros,code python,drag and drop
Safety & certification3
Force Limiting
true
Operating Temp
0–50°C
Safety Certification
ISO 10218-1,ISO/TS 15066,CE
Buying & support8
Price Tier
<10K
Datasheet Url
View Link
Pricing Model
purchase
Model Variants
TurtleBot3 Waffle,TurtleBot3 Waffle Pi
Warranty Years
1
Lead Time Weeks
4
Availability Status
available
Countries Available
US

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Company milestones

  • Feb 2020MilestoneCloud Robotics tutorial for TurtleBot3
  • 2010DeploymentDARwIn-OP units built for 11 partner universities
  • 2010MilestoneDARwIn-OP demo at IEEE Humanoids 2010
  • 2010MilestoneDARwIn-OP introduced as an open-platform humanoid robot
  • 1999MilestoneCompany founded
  • LaunchTurtleBot3 Burger product availability
  • MilestoneTurtleBot3 Burger assembly demo
  • LaunchROBOTIS OP user guide published

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Frequently asked questions

Who makes the TurtleBot 3 Burger?
The TurtleBot 3 Burger is developed by ROBOTIS, based in South Korea.
What type of robot is the TurtleBot 3 Burger?
The TurtleBot 3 Burger is a Education robot made by ROBOTIS.
How much does the TurtleBot 3 Burger cost?
The TurtleBot 3 Burger is listed at $549 USD in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure is unverified and not confirmed by ROBOTIS — contact them for a quote.
When was the TurtleBot 3 Burger launched?
The TurtleBot 3 Burger was launched in 2017.

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