TORY® RFID vs Vigil Shelf
Side-by-side comparison of TORY® RFID (MetraLabs) 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
- TORY® RFIDGermany
- Vigil ShelfUnited States
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Year First Available
- TORY® RFID2015
- Vigil Shelf2026
Verified Deployments
- TORY® RFID0 Deployments
- Vigil Shelf0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- TORY® RFIDACTIVE
- Vigil ShelfACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | 2026 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, Payload Capacity, Reach, Max Speed, IP Rating, Autonomy Level
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 | TORY® RFID | Vigil Shelf |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
TORY® RFID, 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 TORY® RFID and Vigil Shelf?
TORY® RFID is made by MetraLabs, based in DE. Vigil Shelf is made by Vigil AI Inc, based in US.
When were TORY® RFID and Vigil Shelf launched?
TORY® RFID launched in 2015. Vigil Shelf launched in 2026.
How do TORY® RFID and Vigil Shelf compare on the Robo Index?
TORY® RFID grades AA 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 TORY® RFID 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 TORY® RFID 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
TORY® RFID 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.