ARM vs Autel Alpha
Side-by-side comparison of ARM (RE2) and Autel Alpha (Autel Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ARM—
- Autel AlphaChina
Year First Available
- ARM2010
- Autel Alpha2024
Verified Deployments
- ARM0 Deployments
- Autel Alpha0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- ARM$500,000
- Autel Alpha$27,471
Battery / Shift Runtime
- ARM8 hrs
- Autel Alpha0.7 hrs
Availability Status
- ARMACTIVE
- Autel AlphaACTIVE
Cross-Category Comparison
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2010 | 2024 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $500,000 | $27,471 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 8 hrs | 0.7 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
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Frequently asked
Who makes ARM and Autel Alpha?
ARM is made by RE2. Autel Alpha is made by Autel Robotics, based in CN.
When were ARM and Autel Alpha launched?
ARM launched in 2010. Autel Alpha launched in 2024.
How much does ARM cost compared to Autel Alpha?
ARM is listed at $500,000. Autel Alpha is listed at $27,471.
How do ARM and Autel Alpha compare on the Robolist Product Score?
ARM scores 56/100. Autel Alpha scores 64/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are ARM and Autel Alpha comparable?
ARM is categorized as Research; Autel Alpha as Aerial. The Product Score is calculated per category, so the absolute scores reflect their respective category tiers.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Research And Aerial robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Research And Aerial TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: The real cost of a research platform.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between ARM and Autel Alpha?
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 research-robot procurement RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
ARM vs Autel Alpha compares two robots in the research and aerial categories. 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.