PARO Intelligent System
PARO Therapeutic Robot
ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS
Independently verified.
Not manufacturer-provided.
$6,100
1.5h runtime
What problem does this solve?
Healthcare and clinical settings.
Who is this for?
Small-to-mid operations evaluating automation for the first time. Low barrier to entry, fast deployment.
BEST FOR
Healthcare and clinical settings
AVOID IF
Budget is primary constraint and manual alternatives exist
PAYBACK
TBD
COMPLEXITY
TBD
Therapeutic baby seal robot for dementia care. FDA-cleared Class II medical device. 5 sensors: tactile, light, auditory, temperature, posture. Reduces agitation by 60%.
The PARO Therapeutic Robot earns a RoboScore of 72.6/100, placing it in the solid tier for healthcare and clinical robots. At $6,100 it sits in the mid-range segment, making it a reasonable choice for teams where precision and regulatory compliance is the priority. It offers 1.5 hours of battery life. PARO Intelligent System delivers a competent platform at this price point. FDA clearance status and clinical validation data should be verified before procurement.
Growing operations that have validated their automation use case and need reliable throughput. If precision and regulatory compliance is your primary decision criterion, the PARO Therapeutic Robot deserves a place on your shortlist.
Budget-constrained teams where manual processes remain viable, or enterprises needing fleet-scale deployment. If your requirements center on a different set of capabilities, compare alternatives in the medical category before committing.
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Physical
| Weight Kg | 2.5 — Portable — one person can move it |
Performance
| Battery Hrs | 1.5 — Short-duration tasks, frequent chargingshort shifts — requires charging mid-shift |
Intelligence
| Sensors | 5 |
Other
| Fur | Antibacterial |
| Fda Class | II |
The Real Cost of Ownership
Purchase price is only 40-60% of the true cost. Here's the full picture.
Purchase Costs
MSRP
$6,100
CURRENT
$6,100
Operating Costs (Annual)
MAINTENANCE LOW
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MAINTENANCE HIGH
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5-Year Summary
$6,100
Purchase price + estimated 5 years maintenance
Monthly savings
$8,333
Payback period
1mo
3-year net ROI
4818%
5-year savings
$493,900
| 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 PARO Therapeutic Robot, 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
$6,100
Est. Annual Maintenance
Est. $488–$732/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.
PARO Intelligent System
Founded
EST. 2003(23 years)
Funding
Undisclosed
Employees
Undisclosed
HQ
JP
Vendor Health Score
Health score pending verification
Certifications data being verified. Contact manufacturer for compliance documentation.
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