DEEPRobotics Lynx vs SpotMini
Side-by-side comparison of DEEPRobotics Lynx (Hangzhou DEEP Robotics Co., Ltd.) and SpotMini (Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary)) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- DEEPRobotics LynxChina
- SpotMiniUnited States
Year First Available
- DEEPRobotics Lynx—
- SpotMini2017
Verified Deployments
- DEEPRobotics Lynx0 Deployments
- SpotMini0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- DEEPRobotics LynxContact for quote
- SpotMini$75,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- DEEPRobotics Lynx—
- SpotMini1.5 hrs
Availability Status
- DEEPRobotics LynxACTIVE
- SpotMiniACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- DEEPRobotics Lynx—
- SpotMini14 kg
Max Speed
- DEEPRobotics Lynx—
- SpotMini1.9 m/s
IP Rating
- DEEPRobotics Lynx—
- SpotMiniIP42
Autonomy Level
- DEEPRobotics Lynx—
- SpotMinisemi-autonomous
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $75,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | — | 1.5 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | — | 14 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 1.9 m/s |
| IP Rating (values differ) | — | IP42 |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | semi-autonomous |
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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 | DEEPRobotics Lynx | SpotMini |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $75,000 |
| Payback period | — | 18.0 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $175,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +233% |
DEEPRobotics Lynx 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 DEEPRobotics Lynx and SpotMini?
DEEPRobotics Lynx is made by Hangzhou DEEP Robotics Co., Ltd., based in CN. SpotMini is made by Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary), based in US.
How do DEEPRobotics Lynx and SpotMini compare on the Robo Score?
DEEPRobotics Lynx scores 51.6 on the Robo Score. SpotMini scores 41.1. 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.
Are DEEPRobotics Lynx and SpotMini 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 DEEPRobotics Lynx and SpotMini?
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
DEEPRobotics Lynx vs SpotMini 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.