What is RoboScore?
RoboScore is Robotomated's proprietary rating system for evaluating robots. Every robot in our database receives a score from 0 to 100, calculated across 8 weighted dimensions.
Our methodology is fully public. No black boxes. No pay-to-play. Every score is explainable.
The 8 Dimensions
| Dimension | Weight | What We Measure | |-----------|--------|-----------------| | Performance | 25% | Speed, accuracy, throughput, task completion rate | | Reliability | 20% | Uptime, MTBF, build quality, warranty | | Ease of Use | 15% | Setup time, learning curve, documentation quality | | Intelligence | 15% | Autonomy level, sensor fusion, decision-making | | Value | 10% | Price-to-capability ratio, TCO, ROI timeline | | Ecosystem | 8% | Integrations, accessories, community, support | | Safety | 5% | Certifications, collision avoidance, fail-safes | | Design | 2% | Industrial design, ergonomics, form factor |
How We Score
- Data Collection — We gather specs, run benchmarks, and conduct hands-on testing where possible.
- Dimension Scoring — Each dimension receives a 0–100 score based on objective criteria.
- Weighted Average — Dimension scores are combined using the weights above.
- Peer Calibration — Scores are calibrated against the full database to ensure consistency.
Editorial Independence
This is non-negotiable. Manufacturers cannot pay to influence scores. We don't accept sponsored reviews. Our revenue comes from affiliate commissions and subscriptions — never from manufacturers trying to boost their ratings.
If we ever discover a conflict of interest, we disclose it publicly and re-score affected robots.
Score Interpretation
- 90–100: Exceptional. Best-in-class across most dimensions.
- 80–89: Excellent. Strong performer with minor trade-offs.
- 70–79: Good. Solid choice for most use cases.
- 60–69: Average. Gets the job done but has notable weaknesses.
- Below 60: Below average. Consider alternatives unless it uniquely fits your needs.