Sony
Sony Aibo Elder Edition
ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS
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Not manufacturer-provided.
$2,900
2h runtime
What problem does this solve?
Eldercare & Companion applications.
Who is this for?
Small-to-mid operations evaluating automation for the first time. Low barrier to entry, fast deployment.
BEST FOR
Eldercare & Companion applications
AVOID IF
Budget is primary constraint and manual alternatives exist
PAYBACK
TBD
COMPLEXITY
TBD
Sony's robot dog companion configured for elderly companionship. Learns owner routines and preferences. Patrol mode for home monitoring. Provides emotional comfort without pet care burden.
The Sony Aibo Elder Edition earns a RoboScore of 77.1/100, placing it in the solid tier for eldercare applications robots. At $2,900 it sits in the entry-level segment, making it a reasonable choice for teams where overall capability and reliability is the priority. It offers 2 hours of battery life. Sony delivers a competent platform at this price point. Deployment requirements vary by facility — consult the manufacturer.
Small teams and individual operators testing automation for the first time. If overall capability and reliability is your primary decision criterion, the Sony Aibo Elder Edition deserves a place on your shortlist.
Enterprise operations needing industrial-grade durability and uptime guarantees. If your requirements center on a different set of capabilities, compare alternatives in the eldercare category before committing.
Physical
| Weight Kg | 2.2 — Portable — one person can move it |
Performance
| Battery Hrs | 2 — Short-duration tasks, frequent chargingshort shifts — requires charging mid-shift |
Intelligence
| Sensors | Camera, touch, cliff detect |
Other
| Ai | Personality learning AI |
| Form | Robot dog |
| Functions | Companionship, routine learning, home patrol, photo capture |
| Connectivity | WiFi + LTE optional |
The Real Cost of Ownership
Purchase price is only 40-60% of the true cost. Here's the full picture.
Purchase Costs
MSRP
$2,900
CURRENT
$2,900
Operating Costs (Annual)
MAINTENANCE LOW
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MAINTENANCE HIGH
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5-Year Summary
$2,900
Purchase price + estimated 5 years maintenance
Monthly savings
$8,333
Payback period
1mo
3-year net ROI
10245%
5-year savings
$497,100
| Interval | Task | Est. Time | Est. Cost | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | Visual inspection & debris removal | 5–10 min | — | Operator |
| Weekly | Sensor calibration check & log review | 15–30 min | — | Operator |
| Monthly | Lubrication, belt/chain tension check | 1–2 hrs | $50–150 | Technician |
| 6-Month | Full mechanical inspection & software update | 4–8 hrs | $500–2,000 | Certified Tech |
| Annual | Comprehensive overhaul & recalibration | 1–2 days | $2,000–10,000 | OEM / Partner |
Service Details
Operator Training
Contact Vendor
Typical Training Plan
SAFETY & BASICS
2–4 hours
OPERATIONS
4–16 hours
TROUBLESHOOTING
2–8 hours
MAINTENANCE
4–16 hours
Before purchasing the Sony Aibo Elder Edition, ask the vendor these critical questions:
- 01What is the total cost of ownership over 5 years?
- 02What does the warranty cover, and what's excluded?
- 03What is your average response time for critical issues?
- 04Can you provide references from similar deployments?
- 05Is a pilot program available before full commitment?
... and 15 more critical questions
Purchase Price
$2,900
Est. Annual Maintenance
Est. $50–200/year
5-Year Total
Requires pricing data
Cost per Shift
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Cost per Hour
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Based on industry averages. Actual costs vary.
Sony
Founded
EST. 1946(80 years)
Funding
Undisclosed
Employees
Undisclosed
HQ
JP
Vendor Health Score
Health score pending verification
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