Available in the UK
Evidence B
Robotic pets
by Ageless Innovation
A responsive robotic cat that purrs, meows and reacts to touch.
- Access
- Available from UK retailers and import sellers
- Cost
- £100–£200
- Camera
- No
Main limitation: It is a companion object, not a medical device, safety monitor or substitute for human contact.
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Limited / provider access
Evidence A
Robotic pets
by AIST / PARO Robots
A sophisticated seal-shaped interactive robot used in care and clinical settings.
- Access
- Specialist purchase; PARO lists a United Kingdom & Ireland distributor contact
- Cost
- Over £5,000
- Camera
- No conventional camera used for remote viewing
Main limitation: High cost, no practical-care function and not universally welcomed by users.
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Available in the UK
Evidence C
C
Robotic pets
by Chongker
A soft companion cat with touch responses, purring and a simulated heartbeat.
- Access
- Available through Amazon UK; direct manufacturer availability varies
- Cost
- £100–£200
- Camera
- No
Main limitation: Features differ between versions, and a realistic appearance does not mean the product provides monitoring, emergency help or physical care.
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Available in the UK
Evidence C
Robotic pets
by Ageless Innovation
A touch-responsive robotic dog with movement and sound.
- Access
- Available from some UK retailers and import sellers
- Cost
- £100–£200
- Camera
- No
Main limitation: No emergency, monitoring or practical-care function.
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Available in the UK
Evidence B
J
Home monitoring
by Just Checking
Camera-free movement and door sensors that build a chart of activity at home.
- Access
- Available to families and care organisations in the UK
- Cost
- Subscription or provider package
- Camera
- No
Main limitation: Movement data cannot explain why something happened or guarantee wellbeing.
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Available in the UK
Evidence B
C
Home monitoring
by Canary Care Global
A camera-free home monitoring system using movement, door, humidity and vibration sensors.
- Access
- Available to UK families and organisations
- Cost
- Package or subscription
- Camera
- No
Main limitation: It observes patterns, not health status, intention or the full context of events.
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