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NICOBO or Loona?

NICOBO is best suited to households looking for responsive tabletop housemate and voice, face and touch interaction; Loona is best suited to families who want an interactive robot pet. Compare their features and compromises below.

ProductLocal priceStatus
Choose NICOBO if...

Households looking for responsive tabletop housemate and voice, face and touch interaction.

Main compromise: buyers expecting useful physical household work rather than interaction, entertainment or monitoring.
Choose Loona if...

Families who want an interactive robot pet.

Main compromise: buyers expecting useful household assistance.

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The meaningful differences.

SpecificationPanasonic NICOBOKEYi Tech Loona
Release dateOctober 2023—
Warranty100 days from delivery—
In the boxrobot unit, charging dock (ねどこ), AC adapter, instruction manual, NICOBO note—
RequirementsMonthly Basic Plan subscription (¥1,100/month, credit card only); Wi-Fi internet connection; smartphone with NICOBO app (iOS/Android)—
Primary role—Entertainment and companionship
Processor—5 TOPS
Cameras—720p RGB + 3D ToF
Interaction—Voice, gesture and app
Runtime—Around 2 hours play
Connectivity—Dual-band Wi-Fi
Dimensions—8.3"L x 6.8"W x 6.8"H
Weight—2.42 lbs
Battery—1350 mAh, 11.1V Lithium-Ion (2 hours continuous playtime)
Display—2.4" LCD
Camera—720P RGB
Sensors—3D ToF, accelerometer, gyroscope, touch sensor
Microphone—4-array
Speaker—2W
Wi-Fi—dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4G/5.8G)

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