S-series sort vs Max Series
Side-by-side comparison of S-series sort (Beijing Geekplus Technology Co., Ltd.) and Max Series (ForwardX Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- S-series sortChina
- Max SeriesChina
Year First Available
- S-series sort2015
- Max Series—
Verified Deployments
- S-series sort0 Deployments
- Max Series0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- S-series sort$7,900 USD
- Max SeriesContact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- S-series sort—
- Max Series8 hrs
Availability Status
- S-series sortACTIVE
- Max SeriesACTIVE
Payload & Form Factor
Payload
- S-series sort100 kg
- Max Series1,500 kg
AMR Subtype
- S-series sortgoods to person
- Max Seriesunit load carrier
Robot Weight
- S-series sort235 kg
- Max Series250 kg
Navigation & Sensing
Navigation Type
- S-series sortother
- Max Serieshybrid
Battery
Battery Chemistry
- S-series sortli ion
- Max Seriesli ion
Commercial
Price (USD)
- S-series sort$7,900 USD
- Max SeriesContact for quote
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $7,900 USD | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | — | 8 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload & Form Factor | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 100 kg | 1,500 kg |
| AMR Subtype (values differ) | goods to person | unit load carrier |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 235 kg | 250 kg |
| Navigation & Sensing | ||
| Navigation Type (values differ) | other | hybrid |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Chemistry | li ion | li ion |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $7,900 USD | Contact for quote |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: 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 | S-series sort | Max Series |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $7,900 | No price |
| Payback period | 1.9 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $242,100 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +3065% | — |
Max Series 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 S-series sort and Max Series?
S-series sort is made by Beijing Geekplus Technology Co., Ltd., based in CN. Max Series is made by ForwardX Robotics, based in CN.
How do S-series sort and Max Series compare on the Robo Index?
S-series sort grades AA on the Robo Index. Max Series grades A. 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 S-series sort and Max Series 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 S-series sort and Max Series?
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
S-series sort vs Max Series 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.