KEYi Loona: Specs, Price & Verdict

KEYi Loona

Families wanting a playful robot for under $500

about $499, list $529

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about $499, list $529 (Oct 2026). Prices checked 15 October 2026. We may earn a commission from retailer links.

Key specs

Category: Wheeled companion robot
Subscription: None required at the time of writing
Type: Wheeled companion robot (pet-like, not dog-shaped)
Movement: Wheels

Our verdict

A fun, affordable companion for families. Buy it for personality and play, not realism.

What we like

Affordable
No subscription needed currently
A tenth of the price of an aibo
No subscription currently required
Playful games and expressions

What to know

Rolls rather than walks
Entertainment rather than chores
Rolls rather than walks, so it is not a true robot dog
Price has risen from $429 earlier in 2026
Less lifelike than aibo

How it compares

Spec	KEYi Loona	Petoi Bittle	Joy for All Companion Pet Pup	Unitree Go2 Air
Price	about $499, list $529	from about $289; Bittle X about $319 (RoboZaps, 2026)	$179.99	$1,600 plus shipping (Unitree, Oct 2026)
Category	Wheeled companion robot	-	-	-
Subscription	None required at the time of writing	-	-	-
Type	Wheeled companion robot (pet-like, not dog-shaped)	Programmable kit	Plush companion (toy category)	Quadruped robot
Movement	Wheels	-	Does not walk	-
Size	-	Palm-sized	-	-
Programming	-	Open source	-	-
Responds to	-	-	Touch, sound and motion (per Alzheimer's Society product trial notes)	-
Setup	-	-	No app or Wi-Fi needed	-

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Researched by our editorial team. Specs come from the manufacturer; strengths and weaknesses summarise independent tests and owner reviews cited in our guides. We have not tested this robot ourselves. How we research.