Vector 2.0

Bricked twice: Anki collapsed, then its rescuer entered receivership

Best for: Nobody at retail — self-hosting fans buying used, eyes open

Key facts

Figures are from public sources and classified for confidence in our evidence ledger. Prices change often — confirm on the official site. Data checked 2026-07-10.

Strengths

• Charming, proven personality design (ex-Anki)
• Escape Pod allows self-hosted servers
• Active fan community keeps it alive

Limitations

• Already bricked once when Anki collapsed
• DDL servers down for over a year; court receiver took its assets in July 2026
• Only the community Escape Pod keeps units alive

Scores by category

Editorial 0–100 scores, weighted per the v1.0 methodology. The ⓘ links go to each score's source.

Longevity & independence

This product is discontinued, so it carries no buying-decision longevity grade. Cloud features at risk. See the robot graveyard.

Alternatives

Source ledger

Every category score links to the public source it was reasoned from. Factual figures (price, status, subscription) are classified in the evidence ledger.

No mandatory subscription in the current data. True 3-year cost = purchase price + required subscription × 36 months (optional accessories excluded).