Boston Dynamics
Spot for Healthcare
ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS
Independently verified.
Not manufacturer-provided.
$80,000
14kg payload
What problem does this solve?
Healthcare and clinical settings.
Who is this for?
Enterprise operations teams with dedicated automation budgets and integration requirements.
BEST FOR
Healthcare and clinical settings
AVOID IF
Budget is primary constraint and manual alternatives exist
PAYBACK
TBD
COMPLEXITY
TBD
Spot adapted for healthcare facilities — autonomous patrol, UV-C disinfection payload, specimen transport, and facility monitoring. Navigates elevators and doors autonomously.
The Spot for Healthcare earns a RoboScore of 78/100, placing it in the solid tier for healthcare and clinical robots. At $80,000 it sits in the enterprise segment, making it a reasonable choice for teams where precision and regulatory compliance is the priority. Key specs include a 14kg payload capacity, and an IPIP54 protection rating. Boston Dynamics delivers a competent platform at this price point. FDA clearance status and clinical validation data should be verified before procurement.
Large-scale operations with integration teams, fleet management capabilities, and multi-year deployment plans. If precision and regulatory compliance is your primary decision criterion, the Spot for Healthcare deserves a place on your shortlist.
Small operations without dedicated integration resources or where payback period exceeds 3 years. 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 | 32 — Requires two people or a cart |
| Ip Rating | IP54 — Dust and splash resistant — suitable for most factory floors |
Performance
| Payload Kg | 14 — Medium-duty industrial taskshandles heavy parts and pallets for most operations |
Other
| Speed Mps | 1.6 |
| Uvc Capable | Yes |
| Battery Hours | 3 |
| Autonomous Elevator | Yes |
The Real Cost of Ownership
Purchase price is only 40-60% of the true cost. Here's the full picture.
Purchase Costs
MSRP
$80,000
CURRENT
$80,000
Operating Costs (Annual)
MAINTENANCE LOW
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MAINTENANCE HIGH
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5-Year Summary
$80,000
Purchase price + estimated 5 years maintenance
Monthly savings
$8,333
Payback period
10mo
3-year net ROI
275%
5-year savings
$420,000
| 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 Spot for Healthcare, 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
$80,000
Est. Annual Maintenance
Est. $6,400–$9,600/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.
Boston Dynamics
Founded
EST. 2005(21 years)
Funding
Undisclosed
Employees
Undisclosed
HQ
US
Vendor Health Score
Health score pending verification
Certifications data being verified. Contact manufacturer for compliance documentation.
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