temi vs PARO
Compare temi (temi Inc.) and PARO (AIST / PARO Robots) side by side: degrees of freedom, weight, payload, battery life, actuators, and status.
| Spec | temi | PARO |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | temi Inc. | AIST / PARO Robots |
| Category | Specialty | Specialty |
| Country | Israel | Japan |
| Degrees of freedom | 3 | 0 |
| Weight (kg) | 8.5 | 2.5 |
| Battery life (h) | 8 | 6 |
| Payload | N/A (screen-based) | N/A (therapeutic) |
| Max speed | 1.0 m/s | N/A (stationary) |
| Actuators | Electric Stepper Motors | None (therapeutic robot) |
| Primary sensor | 360-degree LiDAR + RGB Camera + 4x Microphones | Tactile Sensors + Microphones + Posture |
| Function | Home assistance | Companionship |
| Released | 2018 | 2004 |
| Status | Active | Active |
Verdict
temi leads on 3 of the 3 weighted dimensions both makers disclose.
temi leads on price ($1,000 vs ~$6,000), degrees of freedom (3 vs 0) and battery life (8 h vs 6 h).
Left out because at least one manufacturer does not publish a figure: payload and max speed.
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.
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.