Miko Mini vs Yukai Engineering Mirumi
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Nov 11, 2026
As of Nov 11, 2026, the Miko Mini costs $149 and the Yukai Engineering Mirumi costs $150, so the Miko Mini is $1 cheaper. Pick the Miko Mini for young kids who want a talking robot buddy. Pick the Yukai Engineering Mirumi for cute tech gifts and bag charm fans. The Yukai Engineering Mirumi wins 2 of 3 points we can measure (1 tied).
Who wins, point by point
The Yukai Engineering Mirumi wins 2 of 3 points we can measure (1 tied). Built from today's prices, the specs and independent tests for these two robots.
| Miko Mini | Mirumi | Winner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price today | $149 | $150 | Tie |
| 3 year cost | $446 | $150 | Mirumi |
| Runtime | 60 min | 8 h | Mirumi |
- Best for young kids who want a talking robot buddy
- You care most about 3 year cost ($150 vs $446)
- You care most about runtime (8 h vs 60 min)
- Best for cute tech gifts and bag charm fans
- Type
- Small kids companion
- Interaction
- Voice first
- Subscription
- Miko Max content plan:
- Ages
- 5 to 10 years
Pocket sized voice first AI robot for kids 5 to 10
Full Miko Mini review, pros and cons →- Type
- Small plush charm robot
- Interaction
- Turns its head toward
- Subscription
- None
Fuzzy bag charm robot that turns its head to glance at people
Full Yukai Engineering Mirumi review, pros and cons →Side by side
| Miko Mini | Yukai Engineering Mirumi | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $149 | $150 |
| 3 year cost | $446 | $150 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | Not scored yet |
| Rank in Companions | #9 | #11 |
| Status | on sale | preorder |
| Warranty | n/a | n/a |
| Type | Small kids companion robot with a 2 inch screen face | Small plush charm robot with long bendable arms that clip onto a bag strap or wrist; colors Pink, Ivory and Gray |
| Interaction | Voice first; triple MEMS microphones; parent app with usage limits and blocked hours; English only | Turns its head toward sounds and voices, hides its face when shy, reacts when petted on the head and shakes its head when shaken; makes no sounds |
| Ai features | AI conversation, stories, fun facts, songs and a Story Coach feature; companion app adds games and videos | None; reactive behaviors only, no voice assistant or chat |
| Camera | Yes, wide angle HD camera with an on demand camera shutter; one way video calls from the parent app | No |
| Mobility | Wheels: rubberized wheels with time of flight range sensors and odometric sensors | Head motion only; arms grip but do not move |
| Battery runtime | Up to 1 hour of active play and up to 15 hours on standby (Miko) | About 8 hours on a full charge, varies with use (launch specs); built in lithium polymer battery |
| Charge time | Not published; charges over USB Type C | About 2 hours, rated 5V 1A |
| Size weight | 4.5 x 5.3 x 6.49 in (Miko); weight not published | About 100 x 110 x 140 mm (3.9 x 4.3 x 5.5 in) including arms, about 155 g (5.5 oz) |
| Subscription | Miko Max content plan: $99 per year or $14.99 per month (Miko site) | None; no app |
| Age range | 5 to 10 years (RobotShop listing); Mumsnet suggests 7 to 9 | Not published |
| Sensors | n/a | Microphone and head touch sensor at launch; the CES 2025 prototype Engadget tried used a distance sensor and an IMU |
| Materials | n/a | ABS mechanism, TPU arms, 100% acrylic outer fabric |
| Best for | young kids who want a talking robot buddy | cute tech gifts and bag charm fans |
| Skip if | you need long play time or languages beyond English | you want a robot that talks or learns |
Specs are maker claims unless a reviewer is named. Prices from the stores we link, checked daily.
What reviewers found
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
Yukai Engineering Mirumi
- Engadget: CES 2025 hands on: it stared at people, hid its face when shy and shook its head when shaken; no sounds, but its movement gave a faint purr like vibration. Its arms clung well to a wrist or strap. Yukai quoted about 8 hours of battery and around $70 at the time. Source
- TechRadar: CES 2025 show floor look: called it adorable, like a small gray chick with very long arms; saw it turn to look at people, hide when shy and shake its head in protest. No price was announced then. Source
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Miko Mini or the Yukai Engineering Mirumi?
Pick the Miko Mini for young kids who want a talking robot buddy. Pick the Yukai Engineering Mirumi for cute tech gifts and bag charm fans.
Which is cheaper?
The Miko Mini at $149, versus $150 for the Yukai Engineering Mirumi, checked Nov 11, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $446 vs $150.
What is the difference between the Miko Mini and the Mirumi?
Type: Small kids companion robot with a 2 inch screen face on the Miko Mini, Small plush charm robot with long bendable arms that clip onto a bag strap or wrist… on the Mirumi. Interaction: Voice first; triple MEMS microphones; parent app with usage limits and blocked hours… on the Miko Mini, Turns its head toward sounds and voices, hides its face when shy, reacts when petted on… on the Mirumi. Ai features: AI conversation, stories, fun facts, songs and a Story Coach feature; companion app adds… on the Miko Mini, None; reactive behaviors only, no voice assistant or chat on the Mirumi.
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