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 | ||
| Primary sensor | ||
| 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
temi, from temi Inc. No maker specification sheet is on file, so no dimensions, price or performance figures are listed.
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.