Colias vs Mission Specialist Wraith
Side-by-side comparison of Colias (Computer Intelligence Lab at the University of Lincoln) and Mission Specialist Wraith (VideoRay) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Colias—
- Mission Specialist WraithUnited States
Year First Available
- Colias2018
- Mission Specialist Wraith2024
Verified Deployments
- Colias0 Deployments
- Mission Specialist Wraith0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Colias1.5 hrs
- Mission Specialist Wraith4 hrs
Availability Status
- ColiasACTIVE
- Mission Specialist WraithACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Colias5 kg
- Mission Specialist Wraith36.3 kg
Reach
- Colias850 mm
- Mission Specialist Wraith4,000 mm
Max Speed
- Colias0.4 m/s
- Mission Specialist Wraith1.5 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Colias—
- Mission Specialist Wraithteleoperated
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | 2024 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | 1.5 hrs | 4 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | 5 kg | 36.3 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 850 mm | 4,000 mm |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 0.4 m/s | 1.5 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | teleoperated |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, 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 | Colias | Mission Specialist Wraith |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Colias, Mission Specialist Wraith have 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 Colias and Mission Specialist Wraith?
Colias is made by Computer Intelligence Lab at the University of Lincoln. Mission Specialist Wraith is made by VideoRay, based in US.
When were Colias and Mission Specialist Wraith launched?
Colias launched in 2018. Mission Specialist Wraith launched in 2024.
How do Colias and Mission Specialist Wraith compare on the Robo Score?
Colias scores 40.9 on the Robo Score. Mission Specialist Wraith scores 44.9. 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.
Are Colias and Mission Specialist Wraith in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Research on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Research robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Research 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 Colias and Mission Specialist Wraith?
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
Colias vs Mission Specialist Wraith compares two robots in the research 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.