EngineAI SA01 EDU vs RoboMaster S1
Side-by-side comparison of EngineAI SA01 EDU (EngineAI Robotics) and RoboMaster S1 (DJI) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- EngineAI SA01 EDUChina
- RoboMaster S1China
Year First Available
- EngineAI SA01 EDU2025
- RoboMaster S12019
Verified Deployments
- EngineAI SA01 EDU0 Deployments
- RoboMaster S10 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- EngineAI SA01 EDU$10,000
- RoboMaster S1$499
Battery / Shift Runtime
- EngineAI SA01 EDU2 hrs
- RoboMaster S10.6 hrs
Availability Status
- EngineAI SA01 EDUACTIVE
- RoboMaster S1ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- EngineAI SA01 EDU15 kg
- RoboMaster S11 kg
Max Speed
- EngineAI SA01 EDU1 m/s
- RoboMaster S13.5 m/s
Autonomy Level
- EngineAI SA01 EDU—
- RoboMaster S1semi-autonomous
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2025 | 2019 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $10,000 | $499 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 2 hrs | 0.6 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 15 kg | 1 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 1 m/s | 3.5 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | semi-autonomous |
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Frequently asked
Who makes EngineAI SA01 EDU and RoboMaster S1?
EngineAI SA01 EDU is made by EngineAI Robotics, based in CN. RoboMaster S1 is made by DJI, based in CN.
When were EngineAI SA01 EDU and RoboMaster S1 launched?
EngineAI SA01 EDU launched in 2025. RoboMaster S1 launched in 2019.
How much does EngineAI SA01 EDU cost compared to RoboMaster S1?
EngineAI SA01 EDU is listed at $10,000. RoboMaster S1 is listed at $499.
How do EngineAI SA01 EDU and RoboMaster S1 compare on the Robolist Product Score?
EngineAI SA01 EDU scores 42/100. RoboMaster S1 scores 69/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are EngineAI SA01 EDU and RoboMaster S1 in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Education on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between EngineAI SA01 EDU and RoboMaster S1?
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 Education Robot Vendor RFP: Questions and Red Flags.
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About this comparison
EngineAI SA01 EDU vs RoboMaster S1 compares two robots in the education category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robolist Product Score is calculated.