Colias vs Reach Remote 1
Side-by-side comparison of Colias (Computer Intelligence Lab at the University of Lincoln) and Reach Remote 1 (Kongsberg Maritime) — specs, pricing, Robolist Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Colias—
- Reach Remote 1Norway
Year First Available
- Colias2018
- Reach Remote 12024
Verified Deployments
- Colias0 Deployments
- Reach Remote 10 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Colias$80
- Reach Remote 1Contact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Colias1.5 hrs
- Reach Remote 1720 hrs
Availability Status
- ColiasACTIVE
- Reach Remote 1ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Colias5 kg
- Reach Remote 125 kg
Reach
- Colias850 mm
- Reach Remote 11,831 mm
Max Speed
- Colias0.4 m/s
- Reach Remote 15.7 m/s
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | Norway |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | 2024 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $80 | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 1.5 hrs | 720 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 5 kg | 25 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 850 mm | 1,831 mm |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 0.4 m/s | 5.7 m/s |
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Frequently asked
Who makes Colias and Reach Remote 1?
Colias is made by Computer Intelligence Lab at the University of Lincoln. Reach Remote 1 is made by Kongsberg Maritime, based in NO.
When were Colias and Reach Remote 1 launched?
Colias launched in 2018. Reach Remote 1 launched in 2024.
How do Colias and Reach Remote 1 compare on the Robolist Index?
Colias scores 100/100. Reach Remote 1 scores 81/100. The Robolist Index blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Colias and Reach Remote 1 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 Reach Remote 1?
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 Reach Remote 1 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 Robolist Index is calculated.