Sony Aibo ERS-1000
Lifelike robotic dog with 22 axes of movement, OLED eyes, cameras and cloud AI that learns and develops its own personality over time.
Excellent companion robot (89/100). It stands out most for recognition (96/100). Highlight: remarkably lifelike. Main trade-off: expensive.
Score breakdown
Rated across 4 criteria
Specifications
- Interaction
- Adaptive personality
- voiceControl
- Yes
- facialRecognition
- Yes
- Runtime
- 120 min
- connectivity
- Wi-Fi + LTE
- Axes
- 22
Pros
- Remarkably lifelike
- Learns owners
- Expressive OLED eyes
Cons
- Expensive
- Cloud subscription
Owner reviews
A top-tier companion robot we recommend without hesitation
In our independent assessment, the Sony Aibo ERS-1000 earns 89/100 — an excellent companion robot.
Its strongest area is recognition (96/100), followed by interaction (92/100). In practice, remarkably lifelike.
The main caveat is battery life, where it scores 86/100. Specifically, expensive.
At €2900, it sits at the premium end of the category. For most buyers in this category, it's one of the best choices you can make.
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What does a companion robot actually do?
It interacts through voice, expressions and movement — recognizing faces, responding to touch, playing games and developing a personality over time.
Does it need a subscription?
Some cloud features (voice assistants, advanced AI) may require a subscription; core personality and play usually work offline. Check the maker’s terms.
Is it good for kids?
Many are designed for play and social-emotional learning, with kid-safe content; check the recommended age and parental controls.
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