AM15 vs EK Automation AGV
Side-by-side comparison of AM15 (LogisTech) and EK Automation AGV (EK Automation) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Optimized for Manufacturing buyers. Priority specs lifted to the top and marked with a target.
Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AM15—
- EK Automation AGVGermany
Verified Deployments
- AM150 Deployments
- EK Automation AGV0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- AM15ACTIVE
- EK Automation AGVACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- AM151,500 kg
- EK Automation AGV2,500 kg
Max Speed
- AM151.5 m/s
- EK Automation AGV3.3 m/s
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | Germany |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 1,500 kg | 2,500 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 1.5 m/s | 3.3 m/s |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Year First Available, Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, Reach, IP Rating, Autonomy Level
ROI Comparison
Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.
Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | AM15 | EK Automation AGV |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
AM15, EK Automation AGV have no listed price, so payback can't be computed. Contact the manufacturer for a quote.
Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes AM15 and EK Automation AGV?
AM15 is made by LogisTech. EK Automation AGV is made by EK Automation, based in DE.
How do AM15 and EK Automation AGV compare on the Robo Index?
AM15 grades BBB on the Robo Index. EK Automation AGV grades A. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
What is the payload difference between AM15 and EK Automation AGV?
AM15 carries up to 1500 kg. EK Automation AGV carries up to 2500 kg.
Are AM15 and EK Automation AGV in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Agv on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Agv robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Agv TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: AGV TCO: hardware, infrastructure, and maintenance.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between AM15 and EK Automation AGV?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: AGV RFP red flags: avoiding vendor lock-in.
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About this comparison
AM15 vs EK Automation AGV compares two robots in the agv category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Index is calculated.