Nosh Robotics Launched a $1,500 Cooking Robot. Here's What It Does (and Doesn't Do)

A new player has entered the smart cooking robot market with the launch of Nosh One, a $1,500 AI-powered cooking robot designed to handle the entire cooking process autonomously. The device, developed by Nosh Robotics, a smart home robotics company based in Bengaluru, India, is now available on Kickstarter for a price tag of $1,499. The Nosh One can perform tasks such as ingredient selection, sautéing, plating, and self-cleaning, but it still requires users to load the right ingredients into cartridges every time they cook.

While the Nosh One has some features that set it apart from slow cookers and Instant Pots, its cooking functionality is limited. It can portion, chop, cook, and stir food in its built-in pot using highly programmed recipes, but it cannot bake, roast, boil, sear, or steam food. This means that users will have to rely on traditional cooking methods for a wide range of dishes.

The Nosh One is similar to the Thermomix, but it offers a unique feature of automatically delivering precise ingredient amounts to the chamber. However, its bulky design and high price tag may deter some home cooks from adopting the device. At 57 pounds and with a 21-by-17-inch frame, the Nosh One will command a significant amount of counter space, making it less practical for small kitchens.

The success of the Nosh One will depend on its ability to appeal to home cooks who value convenience and are willing to invest in a high-end cooking robot. However, for many users, the limitations of the device and its high price tag may make it a less attractive option.