Furhat Robotics
Furhat Elder Care
ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS
Independently verified.
Not manufacturer-provided.
$28,000
What problem does this solve?
Eldercare & Companion applications.
Who is this for?
Mid-market operations teams with proven use cases looking to scale beyond manual processes.
BEST FOR
Eldercare & Companion applications
AVOID IF
Budget is primary constraint and manual alternatives exist
PAYBACK
TBD
COMPLEXITY
TBD
Social robot with projected face for lifelike interaction in elder care. Furhat's unique back-projected face technology enables natural conversation. Multi-language support for diverse populations.
The Furhat Elder Care earns a RoboScore of 75.4/100, placing it in the solid tier for eldercare applications robots. At $28,000 it sits in the professional segment, making it a reasonable choice for teams where overall capability and reliability is the priority. Furhat Robotics delivers a competent platform at this price point. Deployment requirements vary by facility — consult the manufacturer.
Mid-market operations teams with proven ROI models and dedicated automation budgets. If overall capability and reliability is your primary decision criterion, the Furhat Elder Care deserves a place on your shortlist.
First-time buyers still evaluating whether automation makes sense for their workflow. If your requirements center on a different set of capabilities, compare alternatives in the eldercare category before committing.
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Independently verified.
Not manufacturer-provided.
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ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS
Independently verified.
Not manufacturer-provided.
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ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS
Independently verified.
Not manufacturer-provided.
Senior Activity Monitor robot that autonomously navigates senior living facilities. Checks on residents, detects falls, and alerts caregivers. Telepresence capability for remote family visits.
Other
| Ai | Conversational AI + NLP |
| Sdk | Furhat developer platform |
| Face | Back-projected animated |
| Form | Tabletop with projected face |
| Functions | Social interaction, cognitive exercises, reminiscence therapy |
| Languages | 30+ supported |
The Real Cost of Ownership
Purchase price is only 40-60% of the true cost. Here's the full picture.
Purchase Costs
MSRP
$28,000
CURRENT
$28,000
Operating Costs (Annual)
MAINTENANCE LOW
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MAINTENANCE HIGH
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5-Year Summary
$28,000
Purchase price + estimated 5 years maintenance
Monthly savings
$8,333
Payback period
4mo
3-year net ROI
971%
5-year savings
$472,000
| 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 Furhat Elder Care, 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
$28,000
Est. Annual Maintenance
Est. $2,240–$3,360/year (8–12%)
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.
Furhat Robotics
Founded
EST. 2014(12 years)
Funding
Undisclosed
Employees
Undisclosed
HQ
SE
Vendor Health Score
Health score pending verification
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