Saildrone Explorer vs Yamaha Fazer R G2
Side-by-side comparison of Saildrone Explorer (Saildrone Inc.) and Yamaha Fazer R G2 (Yamaha Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Saildrone ExplorerUnited States
- Yamaha Fazer R G2Japan
Year First Available
- Saildrone Explorer2015
- Yamaha Fazer R G22022
Verified Deployments
- Saildrone Explorer0 Deployments
- Yamaha Fazer R G20 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Saildrone ExplorerContact for quote
- Yamaha Fazer R G2$130,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Saildrone Explorer8,760 hrs
- Yamaha Fazer R G2—
Availability Status
- Saildrone ExplorerACTIVE
- Yamaha Fazer R G2ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Saildrone Explorer20 kg
- Yamaha Fazer R G250 kg
Reach
- Saildrone Explorer900 mm
- Yamaha Fazer R G2—
Max Speed
- Saildrone Explorer8 m/s
- Yamaha Fazer R G220 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Saildrone Explorerfully autonomous
- Yamaha Fazer R G2—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | Japan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $130,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 8,760 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 20 kg | 50 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 900 mm | — |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 8 m/s | 20 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | fully autonomous | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: IP Rating
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 | Saildrone Explorer | Yamaha Fazer R G2 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $130,000 |
| Payback period | — | 31.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $120,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +92% |
Saildrone Explorer 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 Saildrone Explorer and Yamaha Fazer R G2?
Saildrone Explorer is made by Saildrone Inc., based in US. Yamaha Fazer R G2 is made by Yamaha Robotics, based in JP.
When were Saildrone Explorer and Yamaha Fazer R G2 launched?
Saildrone Explorer launched in 2015. Yamaha Fazer R G2 launched in 2022.
How do Saildrone Explorer and Yamaha Fazer R G2 compare on the Robo Index?
Saildrone Explorer grades AA on the Robo Index. Yamaha Fazer R G2 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.
Are Saildrone Explorer and Yamaha Fazer R G2 in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Research on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Research robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Research TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: The real cost of a research platform.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Saildrone Explorer and Yamaha Fazer R G2?
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 research-robot procurement RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
Saildrone Explorer vs Yamaha Fazer R G2 compares two robots in the research 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.