Tally vs Vigil Shelf
Side-by-side comparison of Tally (Simbe) and Vigil Shelf (Vigil AI Inc) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- TallyUnited States
- Vigil ShelfUnited States
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Year First Available
- Tally2021
- Vigil Shelf2026
Verified Deployments
- Tally0 Deployments
- Vigil Shelf0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Tally1.5 hrs
- Vigil Shelf—
Availability Status
- TallyACTIVE
- Vigil ShelfACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Max Speed
- Tally0.5 m/s
- Vigil Shelf—
Autonomy Level
- Tallyfully autonomous
- Vigil Shelf—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | United States | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2021 | 2026 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 1.5 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Max Speed (values differ) | 0.5 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: Price, Payload Capacity, Reach, 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 | Tally | Vigil Shelf |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Tally, Vigil Shelf have 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 Tally and Vigil Shelf?
Tally is made by Simbe, based in US. Vigil Shelf is made by Vigil AI Inc, based in US.
When were Tally and Vigil Shelf launched?
Tally launched in 2021. Vigil Shelf launched in 2026.
How do Tally and Vigil Shelf compare on the Robo Index?
Tally grades A on the Robo Index. Vigil Shelf grades BB. 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 Tally and Vigil Shelf in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Retail on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Tally and Vigil Shelf?
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 hidden specs vendors hope you'll miss.
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About this comparison
Tally vs Vigil Shelf compares two robots in the retail 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.