FlashBot Max vs Relay
Side-by-side comparison of FlashBot Max (Shenzhen Pudu Technology Co., Ltd.) and Relay (Relay Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- FlashBot MaxChina
- RelayUnited States
Year First Available
- FlashBot Max2021
- Relay2014
Verified Deployments
- FlashBot Max0 Deployments
- Relay0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- FlashBot MaxContact for quote
- Relay$26,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- FlashBot Max—
- Relay16 hrs
Availability Status
- FlashBot MaxACTIVE
- RelayACTIVE
Physical
Compartment Type
- FlashBot Max—
- Relayhybrid
Navigation & Safety
Navigation Type
- FlashBot Maxvision
- Relaylidar slam,vision
Power
Battery Runtime
- FlashBot Max—
- Relay16 hrs
Auto Docking
- FlashBot Max—
- RelayYes
Integration
Elevator API
- FlashBot Max—
- RelayYes
Floor Compatibility
- FlashBot Max—
- Relayhard floor,carpet
Commercial
Price (USD)
- FlashBot MaxContact for quote
- Relay$26,000 USD
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2021 | 2014 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $26,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 16 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical | ||
| Compartment Type (values differ) | — | hybrid |
| Navigation & Safety | ||
| Navigation Type (values differ) | vision | lidar slam,vision |
| Power | ||
| Battery Runtime (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 16 hrs |
| Auto Docking (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Integration | ||
| Elevator API (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Floor Compatibility (values differ) | — | hard floor,carpet |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $26,000 USD |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Payload, Robot Weight, Dimensions, Tray Count, Tray Capacity, IP Rating, Max Speed, Min Passable Width, Obstacle Detection Range, Min Object Detection Height, Charge Time, Hot-Swap Battery, PMS / POS Integration, Fleet Management, Noise Level, Display Size, RaaS / Month, Warranty
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 | FlashBot Max | Relay |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $26,000 |
| Payback period | — | 6.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $224,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +862% |
FlashBot Max 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 FlashBot Max and Relay?
FlashBot Max is made by Shenzhen Pudu Technology Co., Ltd., based in CN. Relay is made by Relay Robotics, based in US.
When were FlashBot Max and Relay launched?
FlashBot Max launched in 2021. Relay launched in 2014.
How do FlashBot Max and Relay compare on the Robo Index?
FlashBot Max grades BB on the Robo Index. Relay 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 FlashBot Max and Relay in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Delivery on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between FlashBot Max and Relay?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Delivery Robot Vendor Selection: Insurance, Telemetry, and Fallback Procedures.
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About this comparison
FlashBot Max vs Relay compares two robots in the delivery 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.