EK Automation AGV vs S4 Flyways
Side-by-side comparison of EK Automation AGV (EK Automation) and S4 Flyways (Planar Motor) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- EK Automation AGVGermany
- S4 FlywaysCanada
Verified Deployments
- EK Automation AGV0 Deployments
- S4 Flyways0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- EK Automation AGVACTIVE
- S4 FlywaysACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- EK Automation AGV2,500 kg
- S4 Flyways—
Max Speed
- EK Automation AGV3.3 m/s
- S4 Flyways3 m/s
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | Canada |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 2,500 kg | — |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 3.3 m/s | 3 m/s |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Year First Available, Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, 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 | EK Automation AGV | S4 Flyways |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
EK Automation AGV, S4 Flyways 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes EK Automation AGV and S4 Flyways?
EK Automation AGV is made by EK Automation, based in DE. S4 Flyways is made by Planar Motor, based in CA.
How do EK Automation AGV and S4 Flyways compare on the Robo Index?
EK Automation AGV grades A on the Robo Index. S4 Flyways 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 EK Automation AGV and S4 Flyways 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 S4 Flyways?
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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About this comparison
EK Automation AGV vs S4 Flyways 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.