EMMA vs Skypod
Side-by-side comparison of EMMA (IPLUSMOBOT) and Skypod (Exotec SAS) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- EMMAChina
- SkypodFrance
Year First Available
- EMMA2016
- Skypod2017
Verified Deployments
- EMMA0 Deployments
- Skypod0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- EMMAContact for quote
- Skypod$65,000–$180,000 USD
Availability Status
- EMMAACTIVE
- SkypodACTIVE
Payload & Form Factor
Payload
- EMMA—
- Skypod30 kg
AMR Subtype
- EMMAother
- Skypodgoods to person
Navigation & Sensing
Navigation Type
- EMMAlidar slam,natural landmark
- Skypodother
Battery
Battery Chemistry
- EMMA—
- Skypodli ion
Connectivity
WMS Integrations
- EMMAiWMS
- Skypod—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- EMMAContact for quote
- Skypod$65,000–$180,000 USD
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | France |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $65,000–$180,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload & Form Factor | ||
| Payload (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | — | 30 kg |
| AMR Subtype (values differ) | other | goods to person |
| Navigation & Sensing | ||
| Navigation Type (values differ) | lidar slam,natural landmark | other |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Chemistry (values differ) | — | li ion |
| Connectivity | ||
| WMS Integrations (values differ) | iWMS | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $65,000–$180,000 USD |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Length, Width, Turning Radius, Min Aisle Width, Ground Clearance, Robot Weight, Localization Accuracy, Docking Repeatability, Obstacle Detection Range, Min Object Detection Height, Pedestrian Detection, Max Speed (Loaded), Max Speed (Unloaded), Picks / Hour / Robot, Battery Capacity, Runtime (Loaded), Charging Time, Opportunity Charging, Auto Docking, Battery Swap, Charge Cycles (Rated), ISO 3691-4 Certified, R15.08 Certified, Safety Category, Emergency Stops, Safety LiDAR Coverage, Safety Zone Count, Audible Alert, API Type, Fleet Size Supported, Multi-Robot Traffic Mgmt, OTA Updates, Cybersecurity Certs, MTBF, Uptime SLA, Predictive Maintenance, Field Service Response, Spare Parts Lead Time, RaaS / Month, Pricing Models, Warranty, Expected Service Life
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 | EMMA | Skypod |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $122,500 |
| Payback period | — | 29.4 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $127,500 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +104% |
EMMA 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 EMMA and Skypod?
EMMA is made by IPLUSMOBOT, based in CN. Skypod is made by Exotec SAS, based in FR.
When were EMMA and Skypod launched?
EMMA launched in 2016. Skypod launched in 2017.
How do EMMA and Skypod compare on the Robo Score?
EMMA scores 54.3 on the Robo Score. Skypod scores 72.5. The Robo Score is a 0–100 credibility figure blending commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are EMMA and Skypod in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Amr Warehouse on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Amr Warehouse robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Amr Warehouse TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: AMR TCO: Fleet Size, Charging Infrastructure, and WMS Integration.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between EMMA and Skypod?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: AMR Vendor Selection: Orchestration, Integration, and Scaling.
Going deeper — picking the right robot
AMR TCO: Fleet Size, Charging Infrastructure, and WMS Integration
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AMR Vendor Selection: Orchestration, Integration, and Scaling
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AMR Pilot in an Existing Warehouse: The 90-Day Playbook
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About this comparison
EMMA vs Skypod compares two robots in the amr-warehouse category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Score is calculated.