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EK Automation AGV vs K-LONG Crawler X1

Side-by-side comparison of EK Automation AGV (EK Automation) and K-LONG Crawler X1 (LINYI K-LONG Machinery Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.

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EK Automation AGVA
K-LONG Crawler X1
K-LONG Crawler X1BBB

Layer 1: Identity & Trust

Manufacturer Country

  • EK Automation AGVGermany
  • K-LONG Crawler X1
    K-LONG Crawler X1China

Verified Deployments

  • EK Automation AGV0 Deployments
  • K-LONG Crawler X1
    K-LONG Crawler X10 Deployments

Layer 2: Operational

Battery / Shift Runtime

  • EK Automation AGV—
  • K-LONG Crawler X1
    K-LONG Crawler X12 hrs

Availability Status

  • EK Automation AGVACTIVE
  • K-LONG Crawler X1
    K-LONG Crawler X1ACTIVE

Layer 3: Category Specific

Payload Capacity

  • EK Automation AGV2,500 kg
  • K-LONG Crawler X1
    K-LONG Crawler X10.5 kg

Max Speed

  • EK Automation AGV3.3 m/s
  • K-LONG Crawler X1
    K-LONG Crawler X11 m/s

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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

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EK Automation AGV, K-LONG Crawler X1 have 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 EK Automation AGV and K-LONG Crawler X1?

EK Automation AGV is made by EK Automation, based in DE. K-LONG Crawler X1 is made by LINYI K-LONG Machinery Co., Ltd., based in CN.

How do EK Automation AGV and K-LONG Crawler X1 compare on the Robo Index?

EK Automation AGV grades A on the Robo Index. K-LONG Crawler X1 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.

What is the payload difference between EK Automation AGV and K-LONG Crawler X1?

EK Automation AGV carries up to 2500 kg. K-LONG Crawler X1 carries up to 0.5 kg.

Are EK Automation AGV and K-LONG Crawler X1 in the same category?

Both robots are classified as Agv on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.

What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Agv robots?

Hardware cost is one input. Agv TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: AGV TCO: hardware, infrastructure, and maintenance.

What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between EK Automation AGV and K-LONG Crawler X1?

Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: AGV RFP red flags: avoiding vendor lock-in.

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EK Automation AGV vs K-LONG Crawler X1 compares two robots in the agv 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.