Skypod vs S-series sort
Side-by-side comparison of Skypod (Exotec SAS) and S-series sort (Beijing Geekplus Technology Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Optimized for Warehousing & Logistics buyers. Priority specs lifted to the top and marked with a target.
Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- SkypodFrance
- S-series sortChina
Year First Available
- Skypod2015
- S-series sort2015
Verified Deployments
- Skypod0 Deployments
- S-series sort0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Skypod$65,000–$180,000 USD
- S-series sort$7,900 USD
Availability Status
- SkypodACTIVE
- S-series sortACTIVE
Payload & Form Factor
Payload
- Skypod30 kg
- S-series sort100 kg
AMR Subtype
- Skypodgoods to person
- S-series sortgoods to person
Robot Weight
- Skypod—
- S-series sort235 kg
Navigation & Sensing
Navigation Type
- Skypodother
- S-series sortother
Battery
Battery Chemistry
- Skypodli ion
- S-series sortli ion
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Skypod$65,000–$180,000 USD
- S-series sort$7,900 USD
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | France | China |
| Year First Available | 2015 | 2015 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $65,000–$180,000 USD | $7,900 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload & Form Factor | ||
| Payload (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 30 kg | 100 kg |
| AMR Subtype | goods to person | goods to person |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 235 kg |
| Navigation & Sensing | ||
| Navigation Type | other | other |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Chemistry | li ion | li ion |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $65,000–$180,000 USD | $7,900 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, 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, WMS Integrations, 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 | Skypod | S-series sort |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $122,500 | $7,900 |
| Payback period | 29.4 mo | 1.9 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $127,500 | $242,100 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +104% | +3065% |
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 Skypod and S-series sort?
Skypod is made by Exotec SAS, based in FR. S-series sort is made by Beijing Geekplus Technology Co., Ltd., based in CN.
When were Skypod and S-series sort launched?
Skypod launched in 2015. S-series sort launched in 2015.
How do Skypod and S-series sort compare on the Robo Index?
Skypod grades AA on the Robo Index. S-series sort grades AA. 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 Skypod and S-series sort 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 Skypod and S-series sort?
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.
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About this comparison
Skypod vs S-series sort 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 Index is calculated.