DT46 vs Skydio X10
Side-by-side comparison of DT46 (Delair) and Skydio X10 (Skydio, Inc.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- DT46France
- Skydio X10United States
Year First Available
- DT462022
- Skydio X102014
Verified Deployments
- DT460 Deployments
- Skydio X100 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- DT46Contact for quote
- Skydio X10$16,192–$25,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- DT463.5 hrs
- Skydio X100.7 hrs
Availability Status
- DT46ACTIVE
- Skydio X10ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- DT465 kg
- Skydio X100.4 kg
Reach
- DT46—
- Skydio X102,100 mm
Max Speed
- DT46—
- Skydio X1020.1 m/s
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | France | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2022 | 2014 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $16,192–$25,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 3.5 hrs | 0.7 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 5 kg | 0.4 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | — | 2,100 mm |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 20.1 m/s |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: 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 | DT46 | Skydio X10 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $20,596 |
| Payback period | — | 4.9 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $229,404 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +1114% |
DT46 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 DT46 and Skydio X10?
DT46 is made by Delair, based in FR. Skydio X10 is made by Skydio, Inc., based in US.
When were DT46 and Skydio X10 launched?
DT46 launched in 2022. Skydio X10 launched in 2014.
How do DT46 and Skydio X10 compare on the Robo Index?
DT46 grades B on the Robo Index. Skydio X10 grades AA. 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 DT46 and Skydio X10 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 DT46 and Skydio X10?
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
DT46 vs Skydio X10 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.