Blackbird vs THeMIS
Side-by-side comparison of Blackbird (Nightingale Security) and THeMIS (Milrem Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- BlackbirdUnited States
- THeMISEstonia
Year First Available
- Blackbird2026
- THeMIS2015
Verified Deployments
- Blackbird0 Deployments
- THeMIS0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Blackbird$50,000–$101,200 USD
- THeMISContact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Blackbird0.5 hrs
- THeMIS1.5 hrs
Availability Status
- BlackbirdACTIVE
- THeMISACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Blackbird6.5 kg
- THeMIS1,200 kg
Max Speed
- Blackbird14.8 m/s
- THeMIS5.6 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Blackbirdfully autonomous
- THeMIS—
| ||
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | Estonia |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2026 | 2015 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $50,000–$101,200 USD | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 0.5 hrs | 1.5 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 6.5 kg | 1,200 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 14.8 m/s | 5.6 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | fully autonomous | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: 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 | Blackbird | THeMIS |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $75,600 | No price |
| Payback period | 18.1 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $174,400 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +231% | — |
THeMIS 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 Blackbird and THeMIS?
Blackbird is made by Nightingale Security, based in US. THeMIS is made by Milrem Robotics, based in EE.
When were Blackbird and THeMIS launched?
Blackbird launched in 2026. THeMIS launched in 2015.
How do Blackbird and THeMIS compare on the Robo Index?
Blackbird grades BBB on the Robo Index. THeMIS grades AA. 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 Blackbird and THeMIS 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 Blackbird and THeMIS?
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
Blackbird vs THeMIS 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.