Colias vs The Flex Robotic System
Side-by-side comparison of Colias (Computer Intelligence Lab at the University of Lincoln) and The Flex Robotic System (Medrobotics) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Year First Available
- Colias2018
- The Flex Robotic System2014
Verified Deployments
- Colias0 Deployments
- The Flex Robotic System0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Colias$80
- The Flex Robotic System$38,125
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Colias1.5 hrs
- The Flex Robotic System8 hrs
Availability Status
- ColiasACTIVE
- The Flex Robotic SystemACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Reach
- Colias850 mm
- The Flex Robotic System1,400 mm
Payload Capacity
- Colias5 kg
- The Flex Robotic System10 kg
Max Speed
- Colias0.4 m/s
- The Flex Robotic System—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | 2014 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $80 | $38,125 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 1.5 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 850 mm | 1,400 mm |
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 5 kg | 10 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 0.4 m/s | — |
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Frequently asked
Who makes Colias and The Flex Robotic System?
Colias is made by Computer Intelligence Lab at the University of Lincoln. The Flex Robotic System is made by Medrobotics.
When were Colias and The Flex Robotic System launched?
Colias launched in 2018. The Flex Robotic System launched in 2014.
How much does Colias cost compared to The Flex Robotic System?
Colias is listed at $80. The Flex Robotic System is listed at $38,125.
How do Colias and The Flex Robotic System compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Colias scores 100/100. The Flex Robotic System scores 87/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Colias and The Flex Robotic System 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 The Flex Robotic System?
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 The Flex Robotic System 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 Product Score is calculated.