R.Bot 100 Promo vs Relay
Side-by-side comparison of R.Bot 100 Promo (R.Bot) and Relay (Relay Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- R.Bot 100 PromoRussia
- RelayUnited States
Year First Available
- R.Bot 100 Promo2008
- Relay2014
Verified Deployments
- R.Bot 100 Promo0 Deployments
- Relay0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- R.Bot 100 Promo$3,000 USD
- Relay$26,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- R.Bot 100 Promo8 hrs
- Relay16 hrs
Availability Status
- R.Bot 100 PromoACTIVE
- RelayACTIVE
Physical
Robot Weight
- R.Bot 100 Promo42 kg
- Relay—
Dimensions
- R.Bot 100 Promo550x550x1050
- Relay—
Compartment Type
- R.Bot 100 Promo—
- Relayhybrid
Navigation & Safety
Navigation Type
- R.Bot 100 Promo—
- Relaylidar slam,vision
Max Speed
- R.Bot 100 Promo1.4 m/s
- Relay—
Min Passable Width
- R.Bot 100 Promo55 cm
- Relay—
Power
Battery Runtime
- R.Bot 100 Promo8 hrs
- Relay16 hrs
Charge Time
- R.Bot 100 Promo5 hrs
- Relay—
Auto Docking
- R.Bot 100 PromoYes
- RelayYes
Integration
Elevator API
- R.Bot 100 PromoYes
- RelayYes
Floor Compatibility
- R.Bot 100 Promohard floor
- Relayhard floor,carpet
Commercial
Price (USD)
- R.Bot 100 Promo$3,000 USD
- Relay$26,000 USD
Warranty
- R.Bot 100 Promo2 yrs
- Relay—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Russia | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2008 | 2014 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $3,000 USD | $26,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 8 hrs | 16 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical | ||
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 42 kg | — |
| Dimensions (values differ) | 550x550x1050 | — |
| Compartment Type (values differ) | — | hybrid |
| Navigation & Safety | ||
| Navigation Type (values differ) | — | lidar slam,vision |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 1.4 m/s | — |
| Min Passable Width (values differ) | 55 cm | — |
| Power | ||
| Battery Runtime (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 8 hrs | 16 hrs |
| Charge Time (values differ) | 5 hrs | — |
| Auto Docking | Yes | Yes |
| Integration | ||
| Elevator API (values differ) | Yes | Yes |
| Floor Compatibility (values differ) | hard floor | hard floor,carpet |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $3,000 USD | $26,000 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | 2 yrs | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Payload, Tray Count, Tray Capacity, IP Rating, Obstacle Detection Range, Min Object Detection Height, Hot-Swap Battery, PMS / POS Integration, Fleet Management, Noise Level, Display Size, RaaS / Month
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 | R.Bot 100 Promo | Relay |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $3,000 | $26,000 |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | 6.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $247,000 | $224,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +8233% | +862% |
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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes R.Bot 100 Promo and Relay?
R.Bot 100 Promo is made by R.Bot, based in RU. Relay is made by Relay Robotics, based in US.
When were R.Bot 100 Promo and Relay launched?
R.Bot 100 Promo launched in 2008. Relay launched in 2014.
How much does R.Bot 100 Promo cost compared to Relay?
R.Bot 100 Promo is listed at $3,000. Relay is listed at $26,000.
How do R.Bot 100 Promo and Relay compare on the Robo Index?
R.Bot 100 Promo grades A on the Robo Index. Relay grades AA. 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 R.Bot 100 Promo and Relay in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Delivery on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between R.Bot 100 Promo and Relay?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Delivery Robot Vendor Selection: Insurance, Telemetry, and Fallback Procedures.
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About this comparison
R.Bot 100 Promo vs Relay compares two robots in the delivery 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.