EK Automation AGV vs TZAGV-B02
Side-by-side comparison of EK Automation AGV (EK Automation) and TZAGV-B02 (Zhejiang Tongzhu Technology Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- EK Automation AGVGermany
- TZAGV-B02China
Verified Deployments
- EK Automation AGV0 Deployments
- TZAGV-B020 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- EK Automation AGVContact for quote
- TZAGV-B02$4,000–$6,000 USD
Availability Status
- EK Automation AGVACTIVE
- TZAGV-B02ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- EK Automation AGV2,500 kg
- TZAGV-B02200 kg
Max Speed
- EK Automation AGV3.3 m/s
- TZAGV-B021.1 m/s
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | China |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $4,000–$6,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 2,500 kg | 200 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 m/s |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Year First Available, 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 | TZAGV-B02 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $5,000 |
| Payback period | — | 1.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $245,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +4900% |
EK Automation AGV 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 EK Automation AGV and TZAGV-B02?
EK Automation AGV is made by EK Automation, based in DE. TZAGV-B02 is made by Zhejiang Tongzhu Technology Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How do EK Automation AGV and TZAGV-B02 compare on the Robo Index?
EK Automation AGV grades A on the Robo Index. TZAGV-B02 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 TZAGV-B02?
EK Automation AGV carries up to 2500 kg. TZAGV-B02 carries up to 200 kg.
Are EK Automation AGV and TZAGV-B02 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 TZAGV-B02?
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 TZAGV-B02 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.