Sony Aibo (ERS-1000) vs Loona
A head-to-head on the things that decide it: price, true cost of ownership, and whether the robot will still work in a few years. Editorial scores from public data.
Sony Aibo (ERS-1000)
77/100
Loona
68/100
Our pick
Sony Aibo (ERS-1000)
Quick verdict
Sony Aibo (ERS-1000) scores higher overall (77 vs 68) and is the safer default. But the right answer depends on what you weigh most — cost, capability, or longevity. The differences are below, each traceable to its source on the two profiles.
Who each suits
- Sony Aibo (ERS-1000) — Companion buyers who want premium quality from a stable maker.
- Loona — Families wanting an affordable, characterful companion.
Key differences
| Sony Aibo (ERS-1000) | Loona | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 77/100 | 68/100 |
| Price | $2,900 | $500 |
| True 3-year cost | $2,900 | $500 |
| Subscription | None required | None required |
| Longevity grade | B | C |
| Server dependency | Cloud-required, stable maker | Degrades without cloud |
| Capability | 80 | 72 |
| Value | 55 | 85 |
| Repairability | 70 | 45 |
| Support | 88 | 60 |
Full profiles
See the complete assessment, all eight category scores with sources, and the longevity breakdown on each profile:
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