DT26 Open Payload vs FPV.One Pilot
Side-by-side comparison of DT26 Open Payload (Delair) and FPV.One Pilot (Orqa) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- DT26 Open PayloadFrance
- FPV.One PilotHR
Year First Available
- DT26 Open Payload2019
- FPV.One Pilot2022
Verified Deployments
- DT26 Open Payload0 Deployments
- FPV.One Pilot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- DT26 Open PayloadContact for quote
- FPV.One Pilot$647 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- DT26 Open Payload170 hrs
- FPV.One Pilot—
Availability Status
- DT26 Open PayloadACTIVE
- FPV.One PilotACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- DT26 Open Payload3 kg
- FPV.One Pilot—
Max Speed
- DT26 Open Payload31 m/s
- FPV.One Pilot—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | France | HR |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2019 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $647 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 170 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 3 kg | — |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 31 m/s | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Reach, IP Rating, Autonomy Level
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 | FPV.One Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $647 |
| Payback period | — | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $249,353 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +38540% |
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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes DT26 Open Payload and FPV.One Pilot?
DT26 Open Payload is made by Delair, based in FR. FPV.One Pilot is made by Orqa, based in HR.
When were DT26 Open Payload and FPV.One Pilot launched?
DT26 Open Payload launched in 2019. FPV.One Pilot launched in 2022.
How do DT26 Open Payload and FPV.One Pilot compare on the Robo Index?
DT26 Open Payload grades BB on the Robo Index. FPV.One Pilot grades BBB. 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 FPV.One Pilot 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 FPV.One Pilot?
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 FPV.One Pilot 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.