PARO vs temi
Compare PARO (AIST / PARO Robots) and temi (temi Inc.) side by side: degrees of freedom, weight, payload, battery life, actuators, and status.
| Spec | PARO | temi |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AIST / PARO Robots | temi Inc. |
| Category | Specialty | Specialty |
| Country | Japan | Israel |
| Degrees of freedom | 0 | 3 |
| Weight (kg) | 2.5 | 8.5 |
| Battery life (h) | 6 | 8 |
| Payload | N/A (therapeutic) | N/A (screen-based) |
| Max speed | N/A (stationary) | 1.0 m/s |
| Actuators | None (therapeutic robot) | Electric Stepper Motors |
| Primary sensor | Tactile Sensors + Microphones + Posture | 360-degree LiDAR + RGB Camera + 4x Microphones |
| Function | Companionship | Home assistance |
| Released | 2004 | 2018 |
| Status | Active | Active |
PARO
Therapeutic baby-seal robot FDA-classified as a medical device in the US. Used in dementia care facilities worldwide for emotional engagement and calming therapy.
temi
A home and office companion robot featuring a 10-inch touchscreen, voice assistant, and autonomous navigation. temi serves as a telepresence, entertainment, and smart-home hub that follows users around the home.