Meka M1 vs RB-VULCANO
Side-by-side comparison of Meka M1 (Meka Robotics) and RB-VULCANO (Robotnik) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Meka M1United States
- RB-VULCANOSpain
Year First Available
- Meka M12011
- RB-VULCANO2019
Verified Deployments
- Meka M10 Deployments
- RB-VULCANO0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Meka M1$320,000 USD
- RB-VULCANOContact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Meka M11 hrs
- RB-VULCANO—
Availability Status
- Meka M1ACTIVE
- RB-VULCANOACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Meka M11.5 kg
- RB-VULCANO1,750 kg
Reach
- Meka M1—
- RB-VULCANO3,000 mm
Max Speed
- Meka M11 m/s
- RB-VULCANO1 m/s
IP Rating
- Meka M1—
- RB-VULCANOIP21
Autonomy Level
- Meka M1partially autonomous
- RB-VULCANOfully autonomous
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | Spain |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2011 | 2019 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $320,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 1 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 1.5 kg | 1,750 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | — | 3,000 mm |
| Max Speed | 1 m/s | 1 m/s |
| IP Rating (values differ) | — | IP21 |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | partially autonomous | fully autonomous |
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 | Meka M1 | RB-VULCANO |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $320,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 76.8 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | -$70,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | -22% | — |
RB-VULCANO 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 Meka M1 and RB-VULCANO?
Meka M1 is made by Meka Robotics, based in US. RB-VULCANO is made by Robotnik, based in ES.
When were Meka M1 and RB-VULCANO launched?
Meka M1 launched in 2011. RB-VULCANO launched in 2019.
How do Meka M1 and RB-VULCANO compare on the Robo Index?
Meka M1 grades A on the Robo Index. RB-VULCANO 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.
What is the payload difference between Meka M1 and RB-VULCANO?
Meka M1 carries up to 1.5 kg. RB-VULCANO carries up to 1750 kg.
Are Meka M1 and RB-VULCANO in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Mobile Manipulator on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Meka M1 and RB-VULCANO?
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 mobile manipulator vendor RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
Meka M1 vs RB-VULCANO compares two robots in the mobile-manipulator 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.