Skypod vs VNST 20
Side-by-side comparison of Skypod (Exotec SAS) and VNST 20 (VisionNav) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- SkypodFrance
- VNST 20China
Year First Available
- Skypod2017
- VNST 202023
Verified Deployments
- Skypod0 Deployments
- VNST 200 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Skypod$65,000–$180,000 USD
- VNST 20Contact for quote
Availability Status
- SkypodACTIVE
- VNST 20ACTIVE
Payload & Form Factor
Payload
- Skypod30 kg
- VNST 202,000 kg
AMR Subtype
- Skypodgoods to person
- VNST 20pallet mover
Length
- Skypod—
- VNST 201,620 mm
Width
- Skypod—
- VNST 20800 mm
Turning Radius
- Skypod—
- VNST 201,431 mm
Min Aisle Width
- Skypod—
- VNST 201,900 mm
Navigation & Sensing
Navigation Type
- Skypodother
- VNST 20natural landmark
Docking Repeatability
- Skypod—
- VNST 2010 mm
Pedestrian Detection
- Skypod—
- VNST 20Yes
Performance
Max Speed (Loaded)
- Skypod—
- VNST 201.4 m/s
Max Speed (Unloaded)
- Skypod—
- VNST 201.8 m/s
Battery
Battery Chemistry
- Skypodli ion
- VNST 20—
Connectivity
WMS Integrations
- Skypod—
- VNST 20WMS
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Skypod$65,000–$180,000 USD
- VNST 20Contact for quote
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | France | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2017 | 2023 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $65,000–$180,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload & Form Factor | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 30 kg | 2,000 kg |
| AMR Subtype (values differ) | goods to person | pallet mover |
| Length (values differ) | — | 1,620 mm |
| Width (values differ) | — | 800 mm |
| Turning Radius (values differ) | — | 1,431 mm |
| Min Aisle Width (values differ) | — | 1,900 mm |
| Navigation & Sensing | ||
| Navigation Type (values differ) | other | natural landmark |
| Docking Repeatability (values differ) | — | 10 mm |
| Pedestrian Detection (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Performance | ||
| Max Speed (Loaded) (values differ) | — | 1.4 m/s |
| Max Speed (Unloaded) (values differ) | — | 1.8 m/s |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Chemistry (values differ) | li ion | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| WMS Integrations (values differ) | — | WMS |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $65,000–$180,000 USD | Contact for quote |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Ground Clearance, Robot Weight, Localization Accuracy, Obstacle Detection Range, Min Object Detection Height, 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 | Skypod | VNST 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $122,500 | No price |
| Payback period | 29.4 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $127,500 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +104% | — |
VNST 20 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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes Skypod and VNST 20?
Skypod is made by Exotec SAS, based in FR. VNST 20 is made by VisionNav, based in CN.
When were Skypod and VNST 20 launched?
Skypod launched in 2017. VNST 20 launched in 2023.
How do Skypod and VNST 20 compare on the Robo Score?
Skypod scores 72.5 on the Robo Score. VNST 20 scores 52.8. 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 Skypod and VNST 20 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 VNST 20?
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 VNST 20 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.