Husky vs VNP 15
Side-by-side comparison of Husky (Clearpath Robotics) and VNP 15 (VisionNav Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- HuskyCanada
- VNP 15China
Year First Available
- Husky2011
- VNP 15—
Verified Deployments
- Husky0 Deployments
- VNP 150 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Husky12 hrs
- VNP 15—
Availability Status
- HuskyACTIVE
- VNP 15ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Husky100 kg
- VNP 151,500 kg
Max Speed
- Husky2 m/s
- VNP 151.5 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Huskyfully autonomous
- VNP 15—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Canada | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2011 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 12 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 100 kg | 1,500 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 2 m/s | 1.5 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | fully autonomous | — |
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The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Reach, IP Rating
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 | Husky | VNP 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Husky, VNP 15 have 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 Husky and VNP 15?
Husky is made by Clearpath Robotics, based in CA. VNP 15 is made by VisionNav Robotics, based in CN.
How do Husky and VNP 15 compare on the Robo Score?
Husky scores 59.6 on the Robo Score. VNP 15 scores 47.2. 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.
What is the payload difference between Husky and VNP 15?
Husky carries up to 100 kg. VNP 15 carries up to 1500 kg.
Are Husky and VNP 15 in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Agv on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Agv robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Agv TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: AGV TCO: hardware, infrastructure, and maintenance.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Husky and VNP 15?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: AGV RFP red flags: avoiding vendor lock-in.
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About this comparison
Husky vs VNP 15 compares two robots in the agv 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.