Sawyer vs ZOLT
Side-by-side comparison of Sawyer (Rethink Robotics) and ZOLT (ideaForge) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- SawyerUnited States
- ZOLTIndia
Year First Available
- Sawyer2015
- ZOLT2025
Verified Deployments
- Sawyer0 Deployments
- ZOLT0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Sawyer$34,900
- ZOLT$155
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Sawyer—
- ZOLT6 hrs
Availability Status
- SawyerACTIVE
- ZOLTACTIVE
Cross-Category Comparison
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | India |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | 2025 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $34,900 | $155 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | — | 6 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
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Frequently asked
Who makes Sawyer and ZOLT?
Sawyer is made by Rethink Robotics, based in US. ZOLT is made by ideaForge, based in IN.
When were Sawyer and ZOLT launched?
Sawyer launched in 2015. ZOLT launched in 2025.
How much does Sawyer cost compared to ZOLT?
Sawyer is listed at $34,900. ZOLT is listed at $155.
How do Sawyer and ZOLT compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Sawyer scores 68/100. ZOLT scores 68/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Sawyer and ZOLT comparable?
Sawyer is categorized as Cobot; ZOLT as Aerial. 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 Cobot And Aerial robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Cobot And Aerial 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 Sawyer and ZOLT?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Cobot Vendor Red Flags: Questions That Filter Out the Marketing.
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About this comparison
Sawyer vs ZOLT compares two robots in the cobot and aerial 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.