1X NEO vs PARO Therapeutic Robot
A side-by-side look at how these two home & companion robots stack up on specs, owner ratings and estimated price — plus our verdict on which to buy.
1X Technologies
1X NEO
Humanoid home robot for everyday chores
$20,000est.
PARO Robots
PARO Therapeutic Robot
Therapeutic baby seal robot for care settings
$6,100est.
Our verdict
On balance the PARO Therapeutic Robot is the stronger pick, edging out the 1X NEO on owner rating while also coming in at a lower estimated price. That said, the 1X NEO can still be the right call depending on your specific requirements and budget.
Specs side by side
| Metric | 1X NEO | PARO Therapeutic Robot |
|---|---|---|
| Owner rating | 4.2 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Estimated price | $20,000 | $6,100 |
| Payload | 25 kg | 2.7 kg |
| Reach | 1670 mm | — |
| Repeatability | ±20 mm | ±20 mm |
| Power draw | 400 W | 8 W |
| Availability | 52 wk lead time | 6 wk lead time |
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger figure on each metric. Prices are estimates and may differ from the retailer's live price.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the 1X NEO or the PARO Therapeutic Robot?
On balance the PARO Therapeutic Robot is the stronger pick, edging out the 1X NEO on owner rating while also coming in at a lower estimated price. That said, the 1X NEO can still be the right call depending on your specific requirements and budget.
Which costs less, the 1X NEO or the PARO Therapeutic Robot?
Based on our current estimated pricing, the PARO Therapeutic Robot carries the lower price at $6,100. Prices are estimates and change often — tap through to the retailer for the live price before deciding.
What type of robots are the 1X NEO and PARO Therapeutic Robot?
Both are in our Home & Companion Robots category. The 1X NEO is humanoid home robot for everyday chores, while the PARO Therapeutic Robot is therapeutic baby seal robot for care settings.