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DEEP Robotics Lite3 vs Sony aibo (ERS-1000)

The DEEP Robotics Lite3 costs ¥16,900 new; the Sony aibo (ERS-1000) costs ¥272,800. The Lite3 is taller (1'4" vs 1'0"). Full verified comparison below, in your selected currency and units.

More affordableaibo (ERS-1000)Sony aibo (ERS-1000) is cheaper new
Holds value better (modeled)Lite3DEEP Robotics Lite3 — ≈36%/yr vs ≈40%/yr modeled depreciation
TallerLite3DEEP Robotics Lite3 (1'4" / 0.406 m)
HeavierLite3DEEP Robotics Lite3 (26 lb / 12 kg)
DEEP Robotics Lite3DEEP RoboticsLite3Sony aibo (ERS-1000)Sonyaibo (ERS-1000)
MakerDEEP RoboticsSony
FormQuadrupedQuadruped
TierResearchConsumer
AvailabilityShippingDiscontinued
New price$2,500$1,670
Est. used (modeled)$589$720
Height1'4"1'0"
Weight26 lb5 lb
DoF22
Debut20232017
Perfect forResearchHome

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Frequently asked

Is the DEEP Robotics Lite3 or the Sony aibo (ERS-1000) cheaper?

Sony aibo (ERS-1000) is cheaper new.

Which is bigger, the Lite3 or the aibo (ERS-1000)?

DEEP Robotics Lite3 (1'4" / 0.406 m) is the larger of the two on this measure.

DEEP Robotics Lite3 vs Sony aibo (ERS-1000): which should you choose?

You can buy the Lite3 today (¥16,900); the aibo (ERS-1000) is discontinued. Both are quadruped humanoids. Sony aibo (ERS-1000) is cheaper new. The Lite3 suits research, while the aibo (ERS-1000) suits home. Compare the verified specs above and see each model page for depreciation and resale estimates.

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