Living AI EMO vs Miko 3
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Oct 26, 2026
As of Oct 26, 2026, the Living AI EMO costs $279 and the Miko 3 costs $299, so the Living AI EMO is $20 cheaper. The Miko 3 has a published review score and ranks #2 in our robot pets and companions ranking; the Living AI EMO is not scored yet. Pick the Living AI EMO for a desk pet with personality and no plan. Pick the Miko 3 for young kids who like stories and games.
- Type
- Desk pet
- Interaction
- Voice
- Subscription
- None
EMO suits adults and older kids who want a lively desk pet with real personality, face recognition and casual voice chat, with no subscription. Skip it if you need a practical assistant or smart home hub, or if a 2 week factory dispatch and mixed delivery reports worry you.
Full Living AI EMO review →- Type
- Kids companion
- Interaction
- Voice
- Subscription
- Optional
- Ages
- 5 to 10
Miko 3 fits families who want a screen based learning buddy that moves, talks and video calls relatives, and who will pay for Miko Max. Skip it if you mainly want smart conversation or have privacy worries, since reviewers found the AI slow and senators flagged exposed child audio data in 2026.
Full Miko 3 review →Side by side
| Living AI EMO | Miko 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $279 | $299 |
| 3 year cost | $279 | $596 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | 7.0/10 |
| Rank in Companions | #9 | #2 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 1 year, per a 2022 Living AI forum post; current terms not clearly published | 1 year |
| Type | Small walking desktop pet robot with an LED face | Kids AI companion and learning robot |
| Interaction | Voice ("Hey EMO"), touch sensor on the head, gestures, face recognition, companion app | Voice, 4.7 inch touchscreen, parent app; video calls with family |
| Ai features | Mix of on device and cloud. A built in neural network processor (rated up to 1.2 TOPS) handles sensing and behaviors; ChatGPT style answers, weather and news need internet. Recognizes up to 10 people; object recognition added in firmware 3.0.0 | Face and voice recognition, moderated conversation, learning games and stories; runs online (WiFi needed for most features); Miko does not name the AI model |
| Camera | Yes, HD wide angle front camera; privacy controls not published | Yes, wide angle HD; on demand camera shutter and one tap camera or mic disable |
| Mobility | Walks on two legs driven by four servos; drop sensors under the feet and a laser distance sensor keep it on the desk; skateboard accessory included | Rubberized wheels with time of flight and odometric sensors |
| Battery runtime | Up to 2.5 hours of play (Living AI battery docs, as cited by Anton Robots) | 6 to 7 hours continuous play (product page); up to 5 hours active play on Miko's comparison page |
| Charge time | About 3 hours (Living AI docs, as cited by Anton Robots); GO HOME version docks itself | About 4 hours with the 15W adapter |
| Size weight | Not published by maker; retail listings report about 95 by 67 by 118 mm and 248 g | 6.3 x 5.5 x 8.67 in, about 2 lb |
| Subscription | None required; no paid plan advertised | Optional Miko Max: $99 a year (on sale for $89 when checked) or $14.99 a month; free tier has limited content |
| Age range | Not published | 5 to 10 |
| Best for | a desk pet with personality and no plan | young kids who like stories and games |
| Skip if | you want a useful home assistant | you will not pay for Miko Max |
Specs are maker claims unless a reviewer is named. Prices from the stores we link, checked daily.
What reviewers found
Living AI EMO
- Gagadget: Named Editor's Choice in a five robot roundup, calling it the richest personality the reviewer had seen in a desktop companion, with ChatGPT conversation and no mandatory subscription. Source
- Ikana Business Review: Praised personality, music driven dancing, face and voice recognition and games, but found smart home integration limited, practical use thin and the price high for an entertainment device. Source
Miko 3
- The Gadgeteer: Content was good with Max and the robot survived several 2 foot falls, but without Max the library was thin and the conversational AI was slow and often could not answer. Reviewer said it feels like a pricey tablet. Source
- Serious Insights (3): Kid friendly hardware and familiar subscription content, but laggy voice recognition, answers too advanced for young kids, slow charging and weak standby battery. Source
- TTPM (4/5): Packed with stories, dances and learning missions and answered most questions well; battery lasted about 5 hours of active play and WiFi is required. Source
Pros and cons
Living AI EMO
Pros
- Over 1,000 expressions and animations
- No subscription required
- Recognizes up to 10 faces
- Avoids desk edges with drop sensors
- Regular firmware updates through 2026
Cons
- Ships from the factory in about 2 weeks
- Self charging dock costs extra
- Limited smart home use
- Mixed delivery reports on Trustpilot
Miko 3
Pros
- Sturdy, kid sized build
- Camera shutter and one tap mic and camera off
- Video calling with family built in
- Large library with Miko Max
Cons
- Thin content without the paid Max plan
- Conversation is slow and often misses questions
- Battery drains quickly on standby
- 2026 report of exposed child audio data
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Living AI EMO or the Miko 3?
The Miko 3 has a published review score and ranks #2 in our robot pets and companions ranking; the Living AI EMO is not scored yet. Pick the Living AI EMO for a desk pet with personality and no plan. Pick the Miko 3 for young kids who like stories and games.
Which is cheaper?
The Living AI EMO at $279, versus $299 for the Miko 3, checked Oct 26, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $279 vs $596.
What is the difference between the EMO and the Miko 3?
Type: Small walking desktop pet robot with an LED face on the EMO, Kids AI companion and learning robot on the Miko 3. Interaction: Voice ("Hey EMO"), touch sensor on the head, gestures, face recognition, companion app on the EMO, Voice, 4.7 inch touchscreen, parent app; video calls with family on the Miko 3. Ai features: Mix of on device and cloud. A built in neural network processor (rated up to 1.2 TOPS)… on the EMO, Face and voice recognition, moderated conversation, learning games and stories; runs… on the Miko 3.
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