Miso Robotics Flippy 2 — Specs & Review
Specifications
| Brand | Miso Robotics |
|---|---|
| Model | Flippy 2 |
| Year | 2022 |
| Category | Cooking Kitchen |
| Autonomy | fully-autonomous |
| Environment | indoor |
| Dimensions | 200cm L × 60cm W × 180cm H |
| Connectivity | WiFi, Ethernet, App Control |
| Country of origin | US |
Key features
- 60 fryer baskets per hour
- AI cooking time and temp management
- Computer vision food identification
- Overhead rail fryer system
- Burn injury risk elimination
- ~$3,000/month subscription
- White Castle commercial deployment
What is it?
Miso Robotics Flippy 2 is an AI-powered robotic kitchen assistant that autonomously operates commercial fryers and grills at quick-service restaurants, managing cooking from raw to finished without human intervention.
Who is it for?
- QSR chains with high-volume fryer operations seeking labour cost reduction
- Restaurant operators facing kitchen staffing shortages in fry cook positions
- Chains wanting to reduce fryer-related workplace injuries from burns and repetitive strain
- White Castle franchisees and operators exploring kitchen automation
Key specs
- Cooking: fryer automation, 60 baskets/hour
- Arm: robotic with custom fryer end effectors
- Vision: computer vision food identification
- AI: cooking time and temperature management
- Rail: overhead rail fryer line system
- Model: ~$3,000/month subscription
How it compares
Vs human fry cooks: Flippy 2 operates continuously without breaks, maintains consistent cook quality, and eliminates burn injuries from fryer operation. It costs approximately $3,000/month vs $2,500–$3,500/month in labour for a full-time fry cook position.
Limitations
- Limited to fryer and grill tasks — not a general kitchen robot
- Requires dedicated rail installation over the fryer line
- Integration with existing kitchen workflow requires operational change management
- Subscription model with ongoing monthly cost
FAQ
How much does the Miso Robotics Flippy 2 cost?
Flippy 2 is available through Miso Robotics robot-as-a-service contracts. Pricing starts at approximately $3,000/month. Contact Miso Robotics for current pricing.
What does the Miso Robotics Flippy 2 do?
Flippy 2 is an AI-powered robotic kitchen assistant that autonomously cooks items in fryers and on grills at fast food restaurants — managing cooking times, temperatures, and basket handling without human intervention.
What are the key specs of Flippy 2?
Flippy 2 uses a robotic arm with custom end effectors for fryer basket handling, computer vision for food identification, AI cooking management, and operates on a rail system over the fryer line. It can cook up to 60 baskets of fries per hour.
Where is Miso Robotics Flippy 2 deployed?
Flippy 2 is deployed at White Castle restaurants across the US and has been piloted at other QSR chains. White Castle is the primary commercial customer.
What is the health and safety benefit of Flippy?
Miso Robotics Flippy reduces burns and repetitive strain injuries associated with fryer operation, one of the most hazardous tasks in quick-service restaurant kitchens.