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AIST PARO

Name: AIST PARO
Brand: AIST

AIST PARO is a robot for wellbeing and healthcare.

AIST PARO is intended for wellbeing and healthcare. For a business comparison, the task, work environment and configuration also matter. Availability and support must be checked per supplier.

Status 2026

Commercially availableThis model is listed as commercially available. Delivery, configuration and support vary by supplier and region.

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Type: Healthcare robots
Origin: Japan
Deployment: Not confirmed
Region: International
Applications: 3 applications

CareCare support
Takes over tasks around care, leaving more time for people.

ModularTherapeutic robot
In the healthcare robots category.

What is AIST PARO?

AIST PARO is a healthcare robot from AIST from Japan, listed for wellbeing, healthcare and guidance. Market status: commercially available. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.

Application

What was PARO developed for?

Wellbeing
Healthcare
Guidance

Business fit

When might PARO be a fit?

An initial view based on the recorded category and model information

May be suitable for

Organisations assessing a robot for a defined task and work environment.
Teams comparing the robot's recorded profile with other options.
Businesses that want to validate the application and integration requirements.

Considerations

Confirm capabilities and current availability with the manufacturer or supplier.
Check the work environment, integration needs and local support before selecting a model.

Facts

Did you know?

Notable facts about PARO, its manufacturer and this type of robot

In healthcare, robots are often first deployed for logistics: delivering meals, linen or medication.

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PARO in action

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Market and supply

Is PARO available?

A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time

What is settled?

Checked 14 May 2026

Market status
Commercially available
The model is on sale; you can request it from a supplier.
confirmed
Region
Not confirmed for the Netherlands
Not known whether it is supplied in the Netherlands. Ask a supplier.
not confirmed
Lease / RaaS
Not confirmed
No supplier has confirmed lease or robot-as-a-service.
not confirmed
Rental
Not confirmed
No supplier has confirmed rental.
not confirmed

1 of 4 settled. The rest depends on the supplier.

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Manufacturer

AIST

AIST is listed in the Robotleasen directory with one robot model.

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OUR INTERPRETATION

Our perspective on PARO

AIST PARO is intended for wellbeing and healthcare. For a business comparison, the task, work environment and configuration also matter. Availability and support must be checked per supplier.

Lease or rent

Can you lease this robot?

Leasing options for this model are not in our data. Ask the supplier about leasing, rental or Robot-as-a-Service, or use our request page for advice.

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Compare

Compare PARO with alternatives

Open comparison overview

Feature	PAROAIST · this robot	Labrador RetrieverLabrador Systems	LokomatHocoma	AndagoHocoma
Market status	Commercially available	Showcase	Showcase	Showcase
Application	Wellbeing, Healthcare	Professional care pilots for carrying items, Exploring internal assistance in senior living	Gait training in rehabilitation centres, Practical education for therapy professionals	Overground gait training, Robot operator education
Deployment	Not confirmed	Not confirmed	Not confirmed	Not confirmed
Region	International	Not publicly confirmed	Not publicly confirmed	Not publicly confirmed
Difference	—	Different market status: showcase	Different market status: showcase	Different market status: showcase
Link		View robot	View robot	View robot

Frequently asked questions

Questions about PARO

What is the AIST PARO?

Which supplier is listed for the AIST PARO?

AIST PARO is listed under AIST, based in Japan. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.

Is the AIST PARO available to buy or lease in the Netherlands?

Commercially available. Deployment: not confirmed. Whether this model is available to buy, rent or lease in the Netherlands depends on the supplier. Ask a supplier to confirm current availability.

How much does the AIST PARO cost?

No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier. Ask a supplier for price information

What is the AIST PARO used for?

The applications listed for the AIST PARO include wellbeing, healthcare and guidance.

What are alternatives to the AIST PARO?

Profiles include Labrador Systems Labrador Retriever, Hocoma Lokomat and Hocoma Andago. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.

Could PARO fit your organisation?

Review the recorded market status, applications and alternatives for this robot. We do not sell robots ourselves, but help you compare suppliers and terms.