Knightscope
K3 Indoor Security Robot
ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS
Independently verified.
Not manufacturer-provided.
$6,000
What problem does this solve?
Facility security and patrol.
Who is this for?
Small-to-mid operations evaluating automation for the first time. Low barrier to entry, fast deployment.
BEST FOR
Facility security and patrol
AVOID IF
Budget is primary constraint and manual alternatives exist
PAYBACK
TBD
COMPLEXITY
TBD
Indoor autonomous security robot designed for shopping malls, hospitals, and office buildings. Compact form factor navigates hallways and elevators. Real-time anomaly detection with human-in-the-loop escalation. Continuous patrol with automatic charging.
The K3 Indoor Security Robot earns a RoboScore of 73.2/100, placing it in the solid tier for facility security and surveillance robots. At $6,000 it sits in the mid-range segment, making it a reasonable choice for teams where patrol range and detection accuracy is the priority. It offers an IPIP44 protection rating. Knightscope delivers a competent platform at this price point. Integration with existing security infrastructure determines deployment speed.
Growing operations that have validated their automation use case and need reliable throughput. If patrol range and detection accuracy is your primary decision criterion, the K3 Indoor Security 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 security category before committing.
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Physical
| Weight Kg | 159 — Permanently mounted — crane installation required |
| Ip Rating | IP44 |
Intelligence
| Sensors | HD cameras, thermal, microphone array, badge reader |
Other
| Height M | 1.22 |
| Connectivity | WiFi, 4G LTE, Bluetooth |
| Max Speed Ms | 1 |
| Operating Temp | 0C to 40C |
| Battery Life Hours | 10 |
The Real Cost of Ownership
Purchase price is only 40-60% of the true cost. Here's the full picture.
Purchase Costs
MSRP
$6,000
CURRENT
$6,000
Operating Costs (Annual)
MAINTENANCE LOW
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MAINTENANCE HIGH
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5-Year Summary
$6,000
Purchase price + estimated 5 years maintenance
Monthly savings
$8,333
Payback period
1mo
3-year net ROI
4900%
5-year savings
$494,000
| 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 K3 Indoor Security 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
$6,000
Est. Annual Maintenance
Est. $480–$720/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.
Knightscope
Founded
EST. 2013(13 years)
Funding
Undisclosed
Employees
Undisclosed
HQ
US
Vendor Health Score
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