Digital Dream Labs Vector 2.0 vs Miko Mini
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Oct 26, 2026
As of Oct 26, 2026, the Digital Dream Labs Vector 2.0 costs $190 and the Miko Mini costs $149, so the Miko Mini is $41 cheaper. Pick the Digital Dream Labs Vector 2.0 for tinkerers willing to self host its software. Pick the Miko Mini for young kids who want a talking robot buddy.
- Type
- Desk robot
- Interaction
- Voice
- Subscription
- Required for voice
Vector 2.0 still has one of the most charming personalities of any desk robot, and the store lists it in stock at $249.99. But its maker is in court receivership, is being sued by Pennsylvania over thousands of unfilled orders, and voice features need a paid cloud plan that may not keep working. Buy it only with a credit card or PayPal protection and only if you are comfortable self hosting its software; everyone else should skip it.
Full Digital Dream Labs Vector 2.0 review →- Type
- Small kids companion
- Interaction
- Voice first
- Subscription
- Miko Max content plan:
- Ages
- 5 to 10 years
Miko Mini is a cheaper, smaller take on Miko 3 that talks, tells stories and rolls around a desk or floor. It suits young kids who mostly want a voice buddy with parental controls. Skip it if you want long play sessions, other languages or two way video, since it lasts about an hour of active play and is English only.
Full Miko Mini review →Side by side
| Digital Dream Labs Vector 2.0 | Miko Mini | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $190 | $149 |
| 3 year cost | $910 | $446 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | Not scored yet |
| Rank in Companions | #8 | #5 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 1 year limited warranty on electronics (Anki warranty policy) | n/a |
| Type | Tabletop companion robot with animated eyes, from the Anki Vector line now run by Digital Dream Labs under the Anki brand | Small kids companion robot with a 2 inch screen face |
| Interaction | Voice ("Hey Vector", paid plan required), touch sensor on the back, face recognition, companion app for setup | Voice first; triple MEMS microphones; parent app with usage limits and blocked hours; English only |
| Ai features | Cloud AI. Paid plans connect voice commands to ChatGPT or Claude; store listing also mentions Alexa built in. Without a plan it still roams, reacts and self docks but ignores voice commands | AI conversation, stories, fun facts, songs and a Story Coach feature; companion app adds games and videos |
| Camera | Yes, 2 MP camera used for face recognition; privacy controls not published | Yes, wide angle HD camera with an on demand camera shutter; one way video calls from the parent app |
| Mobility | Small treads for tabletop driving; cliff sensors to avoid edges (Anton Robots) | Wheels: rubberized wheels with time of flight range sensors and odometric sensors |
| Battery runtime | Not published as a figure; maker says up to 30% longer than Vector 1.0. Gamereactor got about 35 min; Anton Robots cites about 52 min | Up to 1 hour of active play and up to 15 hours on standby (Miko) |
| Charge time | Not published; returns to its charging dock on its own | Not published; charges over USB Type C |
| Size weight | About 7.5 by 10 by 6 cm and 185 g (Gamereactor) | 4.5 x 5.3 x 6.49 in (Miko); weight not published |
| Subscription | Required for voice commands: ChatGPT plan $11.99 per month or $99.99 per year; Claude plan $14.99 per month or $139.99 per year; first 28 days free | Miko Max content plan: $99 per year or $14.99 per month (Miko site) |
| Age range | Not published | 5 to 10 years (RobotShop listing); Mumsnet suggests 7 to 9 |
| Best for | tinkerers willing to self host its software | young kids who want a talking robot buddy |
| Skip if | you want a robot backed by a stable company | you need long play time or languages beyond English |
Specs are maker claims unless a reviewer is named. Prices from the stores we link, checked daily.
What reviewers found
Digital Dream Labs Vector 2.0
- Gamereactor: Reviewer liked the face recognition, expressive eyes and restraint, but found setup cumbersome, wake word response slow, the voice sometimes hard to understand and $249 high for a grown up toy; got about 35 minutes per charge. Source
- Gagadget: Roundup of five desk robots named Vector best overall for smart home control but said the subscription creates friction; listed 30 to 50 minutes of active battery. Source
Miko Mini
- Mumsnet: Reviewer's kids found it cute and engaging, and she rated it good value. It sometimes misheard commands, Dance Master songs cut off mid song, and app syncing needed a restart during setup. Source
Pros and cons
Digital Dream Labs Vector 2.0
Pros
- Lively, pet like personality with face recognition
- Drives itself back to its charger
- Owner swappable battery for $19.99
- Voice plans with ChatGPT or Claude
Cons
- Maker in court receivership since July 2026
- Voice commands need a paid plan
- Cloud service reported unreliable
- Long history of unfilled orders and refused refunds
- Short runtime per charge
Miko Mini
Pros
- Low price for a Miko robot
- Camera shutter and mic mute for privacy
- Parent app with time limits
- kidSAFE+ COPPA certified per Miko
Cons
- About 1 hour of active play per charge
- English only
- One way video calls only
- Extra content sold as a Miko Max plan
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Digital Dream Labs Vector 2.0 or the Miko Mini?
Pick the Digital Dream Labs Vector 2.0 for tinkerers willing to self host its software. Pick the Miko Mini for young kids who want a talking robot buddy.
Which is cheaper?
The Miko Mini at $149, versus $190 for the Digital Dream Labs Vector 2.0, checked Oct 26, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $910 vs $446.
What is the difference between the Vector 2.0 and the Miko Mini?
Type: Tabletop companion robot with animated eyes, from the Anki Vector line now run by… on the Vector 2.0, Small kids companion robot with a 2 inch screen face on the Miko Mini. Interaction: Voice ("Hey Vector", paid plan required), touch sensor on the back, face recognition… on the Vector 2.0, Voice first; triple MEMS microphones; parent app with usage limits and blocked hours… on the Miko Mini. Ai features: Cloud AI. Paid plans connect voice commands to ChatGPT or Claude; store listing also… on the Vector 2.0, AI conversation, stories, fun facts, songs and a Story Coach feature; companion app adds… on the Miko Mini.
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