Neo vs PL-DFC/RB/W003
Side-by-side comparison of Neo (Shanghai Lanyou Lighting Co., Ltd.) and PL-DFC/RB/W003 (Shenzhen Poolux Lighting Co., Ltd) — specs, pricing, Robolist Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Year First Available
- Neo2026
- PL-DFC/RB/W0032022
Verified Deployments
- Neo0 Deployments
- PL-DFC/RB/W0030 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Neo$38,899
- PL-DFC/RB/W003$106
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Neo4 hrs
- PL-DFC/RB/W0033 hrs
Availability Status
- NeoACTIVE
- PL-DFC/RB/W003ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Neo25 kg
- PL-DFC/RB/W003—
IP Rating
- Neo—
- PL-DFC/RB/W003IPX8
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2026 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $38,899 | $106 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 4 hrs | 3 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 25 kg | — |
| IP Rating (values differ) | — | IPX8 |
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Frequently asked
Who makes Neo and PL-DFC/RB/W003?
Neo is made by Shanghai Lanyou Lighting Co., Ltd.. PL-DFC/RB/W003 is made by Shenzhen Poolux Lighting Co., Ltd.
When were Neo and PL-DFC/RB/W003 launched?
Neo launched in 2026. PL-DFC/RB/W003 launched in 2022.
How much does Neo cost compared to PL-DFC/RB/W003?
Neo is listed at $38,899. PL-DFC/RB/W003 is listed at $106.
How do Neo and PL-DFC/RB/W003 compare on the Robolist Index?
Neo scores 83/100. PL-DFC/RB/W003 scores 72/100. The Robolist Index blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Neo and PL-DFC/RB/W003 in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Cleaning on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Cleaning robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Cleaning TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Cleaning robot TCO: hardware, consumables, and human-in-the-loop time.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Neo and PL-DFC/RB/W003?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Cleaning robot vendor evaluation: SLAs, fleet management, and reporting.
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About this comparison
Neo vs PL-DFC/RB/W003 compares two robots in the cleaning category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robolist Index is calculated.