Lucie vs Q6 V2
Side-by-side comparison of Lucie (Verity Studios) and Q6 V2 (ideaForge) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- LucieSwitzerland
- Q6 V2India
Year First Available
- Lucie2016
- Q6 V22025
Verified Deployments
- Lucie0 Deployments
- Q6 V20 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Lucie$75,000 USD
- Q6 V2$29,693 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Lucie0.1 hrs
- Q6 V21.2 hrs
Availability Status
- LucieACTIVE
- Q6 V2ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Lucie—
- Q6 V26 kg
Max Speed
- Lucie—
- Q6 V210 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Luciefully autonomous
- Q6 V2semi-autonomous
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Switzerland | India |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2025 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $75,000 USD | $29,693 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 0.1 hrs | 1.2 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 6 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 10 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | fully autonomous | semi-autonomous |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: 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 | Lucie | Q6 V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $75,000 | $29,693 |
| Payback period | 18.0 mo | 7.1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $175,000 | $220,307 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +233% | +742% |
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 Lucie and Q6 V2?
Lucie is made by Verity Studios, based in CH. Q6 V2 is made by ideaForge, based in IN.
When were Lucie and Q6 V2 launched?
Lucie launched in 2016. Q6 V2 launched in 2025.
How much does Lucie cost compared to Q6 V2?
Lucie is listed at $75,000. Q6 V2 is listed at $29,693.
How do Lucie and Q6 V2 compare on the Robo Index?
Lucie grades A on the Robo Index. Q6 V2 grades BBB. 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 Lucie and Q6 V2 in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Aerial on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Lucie and Q6 V2?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: The drone vendor RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
Lucie vs Q6 V2 compares two robots in the aerial 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.