MiR500 vs Next Generation of Skypod System
Side-by-side comparison of MiR500 (MiR) and Next Generation of Skypod System (Exotec SAS) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- MiR500Denmark
- Next Generation of Skypod SystemFrance
Year First Available
- MiR5002018
- Next Generation of Skypod System2025
Verified Deployments
- MiR5000 Deployments
- Next Generation of Skypod System0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Battery / Shift Runtime
- MiR50017.5 hrs
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
Availability Status
- MiR500ACTIVE
- Next Generation of Skypod SystemACTIVE
Payload & Form Factor
Payload
- MiR500500 kg
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
AMR Subtype
- MiR500unit load carrier
- Next Generation of Skypod Systemg2p shelf
Length
- MiR500800 mm
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
Width
- MiR500580 mm
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
Min Aisle Width
- MiR500850 mm
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
Ground Clearance
- MiR50025 mm
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
Robot Weight
- MiR50094 kg
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
Navigation & Sensing
Navigation Type
- MiR500other
- Next Generation of Skypod Systemother
Localization Accuracy
- MiR50060 mm
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
Docking Repeatability
- MiR5003 mm
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
Obstacle Detection Range
- MiR5001.2 m
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
Min Object Detection Height
- MiR5009.8 cm
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
Pedestrian Detection
- MiR500Yes
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
Battery
Battery Chemistry
- MiR500li ion
- Next Generation of Skypod Systemother
Runtime (Loaded)
- MiR50013 hrs
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
Opportunity Charging
- MiR500Yes
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
Auto Docking
- MiR500Yes
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
Charge Cycles (Rated)
- MiR5003000
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
Safety
ISO 3691-4 Certified
- MiR500Yes
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
R15.08 Certified
- MiR500Yes
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
Emergency Stops
- MiR5001
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
Safety LiDAR Coverage
- MiR500360 °
- Next Generation of Skypod System—
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Denmark | France |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | 2025 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 17.5 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload & Form Factor | ||
| Payload (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 500 kg | — |
| AMR Subtype (values differ) | unit load carrier | g2p shelf |
| Length (values differ) | 800 mm | — |
| Width (values differ) | 580 mm | — |
| Min Aisle Width (values differ) | 850 mm | — |
| Ground Clearance (values differ) | 25 mm | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 94 kg | — |
| Navigation & Sensing | ||
| Navigation Type | other | other |
| Localization Accuracy (values differ) | 60 mm | — |
| Docking Repeatability (values differ) | 3 mm | — |
| Obstacle Detection Range (values differ) | 1.2 m | — |
| Min Object Detection Height (values differ) | 9.8 cm | — |
| Pedestrian Detection (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Chemistry (values differ) | li ion | other |
| Runtime (Loaded) (values differ) | 13 hrs | — |
| Opportunity Charging (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Auto Docking (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Charge Cycles (Rated) (values differ) | 3000 | — |
| Safety | ||
| ISO 3691-4 Certified (values differ) | Yes | — |
| R15.08 Certified (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Emergency Stops (values differ) | 1 | — |
| Safety LiDAR Coverage (values differ) | 360 ° | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Turning Radius, Max Speed (Loaded), Max Speed (Unloaded), Picks / Hour / Robot, Battery Capacity, Charging Time, Battery Swap, Safety Category, 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, Price (USD), 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 | MiR500 | Next Generation of Skypod System |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
MiR500, Next Generation of Skypod System 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 MiR500 and Next Generation of Skypod System?
MiR500 is made by MiR, based in DK. Next Generation of Skypod System is made by Exotec SAS, based in FR.
When were MiR500 and Next Generation of Skypod System launched?
MiR500 launched in 2018. Next Generation of Skypod System launched in 2025.
How do MiR500 and Next Generation of Skypod System compare on the Robo Score?
MiR500 scores 73.5 on the Robo Score. Next Generation of Skypod System scores 55.9. 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.
Are MiR500 and Next Generation of Skypod System 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 MiR500 and Next Generation of Skypod System?
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
MiR500 vs Next Generation of Skypod System 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 Score is calculated.