Spot vs D1 Pro
Side-by-side comparison of Spot (Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary)) and D1 Pro (Agibot Innovation (Shanghai) Technology Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- SpotUnited States
- D1 ProChina
Year First Available
- Spot2015
- D1 Pro2024
Verified Deployments
- Spot0 Deployments
- D1 Pro0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Spot$74,500 USD
- D1 Pro$3,200–$3,850 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Spot1.5 hrs
- D1 Pro2 hrs
Availability Status
- SpotACTIVE
- D1 ProACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Spot14 kg
- D1 Pro5 kg
Max Speed
- Spot—
- D1 Pro3.5 m/s
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | 2024 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $74,500 USD | $3,200–$3,850 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 1.5 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 14 kg | 5 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 3.5 m/s |
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The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: 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 | Spot | D1 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $74,500 | $3,525 |
| Payback period | 17.9 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $175,500 | $246,475 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +236% | +6992% |
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 Spot and D1 Pro?
Spot is made by Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary), based in US. D1 Pro is made by Agibot Innovation (Shanghai) Technology Co., Ltd., based in CN.
When were Spot and D1 Pro launched?
Spot launched in 2015. D1 Pro launched in 2024.
How do Spot and D1 Pro compare on the Robo Score?
Spot scores 76.9 on the Robo Score. D1 Pro scores 57.1. The Robo Score is a 0–100 credibility figure blending commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
What is the payload difference between Spot and D1 Pro?
Spot carries up to 14 kg. D1 Pro carries up to 5 kg.
Are Spot and D1 Pro in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Quadruped on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Spot and D1 Pro?
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 quadruped vendor RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
Spot vs D1 Pro compares two robots in the quadruped category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Score is calculated.