Whiz vs X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robot
Side-by-side comparison of Whiz (SoftBank Robotics) and X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robot (Ningbo GLGW Nova Materials Technology Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- WhizUnited States
- X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robot—
Year First Available
- Whiz2019
- X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robot2022
Verified Deployments
- Whiz0 Deployments
- X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- WhizUp to $27,400 USD
- X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robot$1,029 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Whiz3 hrs
- X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robot4 hrs
Availability Status
- WhizACTIVE
- X3 Solar Panel Cleaning RobotACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
IP Rating
- Whiz—
- X3 Solar Panel Cleaning RobotIP44
Max Speed
- Whiz0.5 m/s
- X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robot—
Autonomy Level
- Whizfully autonomous
- X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robotautonomous
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2019 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Up to $27,400 USD | $1,029 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 3 hrs | 4 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | IP44 |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 0.5 m/s | — |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | fully autonomous | autonomous |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Payload Capacity, Reach
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 | Whiz | X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robot |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $27,400 | $1,029 |
| Payback period | 6.6 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $222,600 | $248,971 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +812% | +24195% |
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 Whiz and X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robot?
Whiz is made by SoftBank Robotics, based in US. X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robot is made by Ningbo GLGW Nova Materials Technology Co., Ltd..
When were Whiz and X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robot launched?
Whiz launched in 2019. X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robot launched in 2022.
How do Whiz and X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robot compare on the Robo Index?
Whiz grades AA on the Robo Index. X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robot grades BBB. 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 Whiz and X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robot in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Cleaning on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Cleaning robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Cleaning TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Cleaning robot TCO: hardware, consumables, and human-in-the-loop time.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Whiz and X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robot?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Cleaning robot vendor evaluation: SLAs, fleet management, and reporting.
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About this comparison
Whiz vs X3 Solar Panel Cleaning Robot compares two robots in the cleaning 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.