DT26 Open Payload vs Elios 3
Side-by-side comparison of DT26 Open Payload (Delair) and Elios 3 (Flyability) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- DT26 Open PayloadFrance
- Elios 3Switzerland
Year First Available
- DT26 Open Payload2019
- Elios 32022
Verified Deployments
- DT26 Open Payload0 Deployments
- Elios 30 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- DT26 Open PayloadContact for quote
- Elios 3$50,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- DT26 Open Payload170 hrs
- Elios 30.2 hrs
Availability Status
- DT26 Open PayloadACTIVE
- Elios 3ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- DT26 Open Payload3 kg
- Elios 3—
IP Rating
- DT26 Open Payload—
- Elios 3IP44
Max Speed
- DT26 Open Payload31 m/s
- Elios 33 m/s
Autonomy Level
- DT26 Open Payload—
- Elios 3semi-autonomous
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | France | Switzerland |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2019 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $50,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 170 hrs | 0.2 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 3 kg | — |
| IP Rating (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | — | IP44 |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 31 m/s | 3 m/s |
| 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 | DT26 Open Payload | Elios 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $50,000 |
| Payback period | — | 12.0 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $200,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +400% |
DT26 Open Payload 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes DT26 Open Payload and Elios 3?
DT26 Open Payload is made by Delair, based in FR. Elios 3 is made by Flyability, based in CH.
When were DT26 Open Payload and Elios 3 launched?
DT26 Open Payload launched in 2019. Elios 3 launched in 2022.
How do DT26 Open Payload and Elios 3 compare on the Robo Index?
DT26 Open Payload grades BB on the Robo Index. Elios 3 grades BB. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are DT26 Open Payload and Elios 3 in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Aerial on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between DT26 Open Payload and Elios 3?
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 drone vendor RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
DT26 Open Payload vs Elios 3 compares two robots in the aerial category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Index is calculated.