Q6 V2 vs Sawyer
Side-by-side comparison of Q6 V2 (ideaForge) and Sawyer (Rethink Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Q6 V2India
- SawyerUnited States
Year First Available
- Q6 V22025
- Sawyer2015
Verified Deployments
- Q6 V20 Deployments
- Sawyer0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Q6 V2$29,693
- Sawyer$34,900
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Q6 V21.2 hrs
- Sawyer—
Availability Status
- Q6 V2ACTIVE
- SawyerACTIVE
Cross-Category Comparison
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | India | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2025 | 2015 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $29,693 | $34,900 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 1.2 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
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Frequently asked
Who makes Q6 V2 and Sawyer?
Q6 V2 is made by ideaForge, based in IN. Sawyer is made by Rethink Robotics, based in US.
When were Q6 V2 and Sawyer launched?
Q6 V2 launched in 2025. Sawyer launched in 2015.
How much does Q6 V2 cost compared to Sawyer?
Q6 V2 is listed at $29,693. Sawyer is listed at $34,900.
How do Q6 V2 and Sawyer compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Q6 V2 scores 68/100. Sawyer scores 68/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Q6 V2 and Sawyer comparable?
Q6 V2 is categorized as Aerial; Sawyer as Cobot. The Product Score is calculated per category, so the absolute scores reflect their respective category tiers.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Aerial And Cobot robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Aerial And Cobot TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Cobot TCO and Payback Math: Hardware, EOAT, and Zero-Fencing Savings.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Q6 V2 and Sawyer?
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
Q6 V2 vs Sawyer compares two robots in the aerial and cobot categories. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robolist Product Score is calculated.