Argus S5.3 vs Throwbot
Side-by-side comparison of Argus S5.3 (SMP Robotics) and Throwbot (ReconRobotics) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Argus S5.3United States
- ThrowbotUnited States
Year First Available
- Argus S5.32024
- Throwbot2012
Verified Deployments
- Argus S5.30 Deployments
- Throwbot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Argus S5.3Contact for quote
- Throwbot$13,950
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Argus S5.38 hrs
- Throwbot1.8 hrs
Availability Status
- Argus S5.3ACTIVE
- ThrowbotACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Argus S5.3—
- Throwbot1.8 kg
Max Speed
- Argus S5.31.7 m/s
- Throwbot0.6 m/s
IP Rating
- Argus S5.3IP65
- Throwbot—
Autonomy Level
- Argus S5.3—
- Throwbotteleoperated
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | United States | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2024 | 2012 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $13,950 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 8 hrs | 1.8 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | — | 1.8 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 1.7 m/s | 0.6 m/s |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP65 | — |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | teleoperated |
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Frequently asked
Who makes Argus S5.3 and Throwbot?
Argus S5.3 is made by SMP Robotics, based in US. Throwbot is made by ReconRobotics, based in US.
When were Argus S5.3 and Throwbot launched?
Argus S5.3 launched in 2024. Throwbot launched in 2012.
How do Argus S5.3 and Throwbot compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Argus S5.3 scores 47/100. Throwbot scores 69/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Argus S5.3 and Throwbot in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Security on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Argus S5.3 and Throwbot?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: The security-robot vendor RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
Argus S5.3 vs Throwbot compares two robots in the security category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robolist Product Score is calculated.