Spot vs MagicDog-W
Side-by-side comparison of Spot (Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary)) and MagicDog-W (Magiclab Robotics Technology (Wuxi) Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- SpotUnited States
- MagicDog-WChina
Year First Available
- Spot2015
- MagicDog-W—
Verified Deployments
- Spot0 Deployments
- MagicDog-W0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Spot$74,500 USD
- MagicDog-WContact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Spot1.5 hrs
- MagicDog-W4 hrs
Availability Status
- SpotACTIVE
- MagicDog-WACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Spot14 kg
- MagicDog-W10 kg
Max Speed
- Spot—
- MagicDog-W3 m/s
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $74,500 USD | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 1.5 hrs | 4 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 14 kg | 10 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 3 m/s |
Insufficient data for full comparison
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 | MagicDog-W |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $74,500 | No price |
| Payback period | 17.9 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $175,500 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +236% | — |
MagicDog-W 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 Spot and MagicDog-W?
Spot is made by Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary), based in US. MagicDog-W is made by Magiclab Robotics Technology (Wuxi) Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How do Spot and MagicDog-W compare on the Robo Score?
Spot scores 76.5 on the Robo Score. MagicDog-W scores 46.3. 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 MagicDog-W?
Spot carries up to 14 kg. MagicDog-W carries up to 10 kg.
Are Spot and MagicDog-W 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 MagicDog-W?
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 MagicDog-W 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.