JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0 vs Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI
Side-by-side comparison of JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0 (JD Logistics) and Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI (Zhen Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0China
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINIChina
Year First Available
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.02019
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI—
Verified Deployments
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.00 Deployments
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Battery / Shift Runtime
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0—
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI8 hrs
Availability Status
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0ACTIVE
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINIACTIVE
Physical
IP Rating
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0IP67
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINIIP54
Payload
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0100 kg
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI10 kg
Robot Weight
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0520 kg
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI30 kg
Dimensions
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0945x2158x1755
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI620x660x770
Tray Count
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0—
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI1
Compartment Type
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0enclosed locked
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINIenclosed locked
Navigation & Safety
Navigation Type
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0gps,hybrid
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINIlidar slam,vision,hybrid
Max Speed
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.08.3 m/s
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI1.5 m/s
Power
Battery Runtime
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0—
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI8 hrs
Auto Docking
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0—
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINIYes
Hot-Swap Battery
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0—
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MININo
Integration
Elevator API
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0Yes
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINIYes
PMS / POS Integration
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0Yes
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MININo
Fleet Management
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0centralized cloud
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINIcentralized cloud
Floor Compatibility
- JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0hard floor,low pile carpet
- Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINIhard floor
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2019 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | — | 8 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical | ||
| IP Rating (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | IP67 | IP54 |
| Payload (values differ) | 100 kg | 10 kg |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 520 kg | 30 kg |
| Dimensions (values differ) | 945x2158x1755 | 620x660x770 |
| Tray Count (values differ) | — | 1 |
| Compartment Type | enclosed locked | enclosed locked |
| Navigation & Safety | ||
| Navigation Type (values differ) | gps,hybrid | lidar slam,vision,hybrid |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 8.3 m/s | 1.5 m/s |
| Power | ||
| Battery Runtime (values differ) | — | 8 hrs |
| Auto Docking (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Hot-Swap Battery (values differ) | — | No |
| Integration | ||
| Elevator API (values differ) | Yes | Yes |
| PMS / POS Integration (values differ) | Yes | No |
| Fleet Management | centralized cloud | centralized cloud |
| Floor Compatibility (values differ) | hard floor,low pile carpet | hard floor |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Tray Capacity, Min Passable Width, Obstacle Detection Range, Min Object Detection Height, Charge Time, Noise Level, Display Size, Price (USD), 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 | JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0 | Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0, Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0 and Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI?
JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0 is made by JD Logistics, based in CN. Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI is made by Zhen Robotics, based in CN.
How do JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0 and Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI compare on the Robo Score?
JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0 scores 65.5 on the Robo Score. Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI scores 55.6. 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 JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0 and Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI?
JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0 carries up to 100 kg. Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI carries up to 10 kg.
Are JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0 and Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI 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 JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0 and Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI?
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
JD Autonomous Delivery Robot 4.0 vs Zhen Robotics RoboPony MINI 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 Score is calculated.