Astro vs NETRA 5
Side-by-side comparison of Astro (Amazon) and NETRA 5 (ideaForge) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AstroUnited States
- NETRA 5India
Year First Available
- Astro2021
- NETRA 52025
Verified Deployments
- Astro0 Deployments
- NETRA 50 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Astro$1,600 USD
- NETRA 5Contact for quote
Availability Status
- AstroACTIVE
- NETRA 5ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Astro—
- NETRA 52 kg
Max Speed
- Astro1 m/s
- NETRA 5—
Autonomy Level
- Astrosemi-autonomous
- NETRA 5semi-autonomous
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | India |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2021 | 2025 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $1,600 USD | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | — | 2 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 1 m/s | — |
| Autonomy Level | semi-autonomous | semi-autonomous |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Reach, IP Rating
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 | Astro | NETRA 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $1,600 | No price |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $248,400 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +15525% | — |
NETRA 5 has 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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes Astro and NETRA 5?
Astro is made by Amazon, based in US. NETRA 5 is made by ideaForge, based in IN.
When were Astro and NETRA 5 launched?
Astro launched in 2021. NETRA 5 launched in 2025.
How do Astro and NETRA 5 compare on the Robo Index?
Astro grades A on the Robo Index. NETRA 5 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.
Are Astro and NETRA 5 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 Astro and NETRA 5?
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
Astro vs NETRA 5 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 Robo Index is calculated.