Platform Comparison
Which Robot Is Right
for Your Facility?
Last updated: September 29, 2026
Autonomous robot platforms differ primarily by environment, mobility, and use case: ground-based warehouse intelligence (Dexory™) and aerial drones (Corvus One™) for warehouse inventory, autonomous mobile robots (Locus Robotics) for order fulfillment, quadruped ground robots (Boston Dynamics Spot™ for inspection, Ghost Robotics Vision 60™ for outdoor security), and integrated ground+aerial systems (Asylon DroneDog™) for large-site perimeter security. Actel Robotics is the authorized integrator for all six across Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma.
Actel Robotics deploys six autonomous platforms — each purpose-built for a different operational problem. Use this guide to understand what each does, where it excels, and how to choose the right one for your operation.
Detailed Comparison
Side-by-Side Specifications
| Specification | Dexory™ | Corvus One™ | LocusBots™ | Spot™ | Vision 60™ | DroneDog™ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BASICS | ||||||
| Robot Type | Autonomous Ground Robot | Autonomous UAV (Drone) | Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) | Quadruped Robot (Ground) | Quadruped UGV (Ground) | Ground Robot + Aerial Drone |
| Primary Use Case | Real-time inventory intelligence & digital twin | Warehouse inventory counting & cycle counting automation | Order picking, putaway & returns | Industrial inspection & hazardous zone monitoring | Outdoor perimeter security & all-terrain patrol | Integrated ground + aerial facility security |
| Environment | Indoor warehouse, ambient | Indoor warehouse / cold storage to -20°F | Indoor warehouses & fulfillment centers | Indoor + outdoor, stairs, rubble, slopes | Outdoor all-terrain — mud, ice, rubble, rain | Outdoor ground + aerial, all weather |
| Operator Required? | ✓ Fully autonomous No operator ever needed |
✓ Fully autonomous No pilot ever needed |
✓ Works alongside staff Bots autonomous; associates pick |
✓ Autonomous missions Remote control also available |
✓ Autonomous patrol Human monitoring recommended |
✓ Autonomous + RSOC Human oversight included |
| KEY SPECIFICATIONS | ||||||
| Speed | Up to 15,000 pallets/hr scanned | 2–3 mph (walking speed) | Average human walking speed | Up to 3.1 mph | Up to 3 m/s (~6.7 mph) | Ground: 3 mph · Aerial: varies |
| Battery / Uptime | Auto-docks & recharges Daily, or multiple scans/day |
Auto-recharges at cradle 80+ flights/week continuous |
Auto-charges between tasks Runs across full shifts |
~90 min per charge Hot-swap batteries available |
3+ hours per charge Hot-swap capable |
Auto-dock charges both systems 24/7 with dock |
| Payload / Sensors | Multi-layer LiDAR · Point-cloud capture · Cameras | 14 cameras · Industrial barcode scanner · AI compute | Tote & shelf modules · LiDAR · cameras | 4K thermal · Acoustic · LIDAR · 3D scan · Radiation | Thermal · RGB cameras · LiDAR · Acoustic | Thermal · PTZ cameras · Spotlight · Speaker · AI detection |
| Weather Rating | Indoor · climate-controlled | Indoor · -20°F cold chain rated | Indoor · climate-controlled | IP54 · Light rain, dust | IP67 · Full weather immersion | IP67 ground · All-weather outdoor |
| Navigation | LiDAR-based SLAM · No GPS · No markers | AI world model · No GPS · No markers · No WiFi | Autonomous SLAM · dynamic obstacle avoidance · no fixed track | SLAM · Vision · GPS (outdoor) | GPS + IMU + vision · All terrain | GPS + vision + AI anomaly detection |
| PERFORMANCE & ROI | ||||||
| Speed vs. Manual | 99.9% inventory accuracy |
20× faster cycle counting |
2–3× more picks per hour |
10× more data per inspection |
400% more patrols vs. guard |
400% more patrols + aerial response |
| Annual Savings (typical) | 219% 3-yr ROI Forrester TEI study |
$150K–$500K+ Depends on facility size & labor |
Major labor productivity gains Scales with order volume |
$200K+/site Boston Dynamics published benchmark |
50–60% guard cost reduction | Up to 50% operating cost reduction |
| Typical ROI Payback | Under 6 months | 10–22 months | 12 months or less | 12 months average (BD data) | 12–18 months | 12–24 months |
| DEPLOYMENT | ||||||
| Go-Live Timeline | 1–2 weeks Signed agreement → live scanning |
~3 months Proposal → live on Corvus One |
Weeks Phased rollout · no racking changes |
6–8 weeks Config + safety induction |
4–8 weeks Route config + CFATS if applicable |
6–10 weeks RSOC onboarding + drone setup |
| Infrastructure Needed | None No racking sensors, RFID, or fixed cameras |
Power + ethernet drop only No WiFi, GPS, or racking changes |
WiFi + charging docks Keep your existing racking |
Charging dock Network for Orbit integration |
Charging dock + cellular/WiFi Minimal site prep |
Docking station + network Power + clear landing area |
| Price Model | RaaS Monthly Subscription No CapEx · Hardware + software + monitoring |
RaaS Monthly Subscription No CapEx · All-inclusive |
RaaS / Subscription Rent extra bots for peak |
Hardware Purchase + Software | Hardware Purchase + Support | RaaS / Managed Service |
| COMPLIANCE & REGULATORY | ||||||
| FAA Required? | ✓ No — ground robot | ✓ No — indoor drone, FAA exempt | ✓ No — ground robot | ✓ No — ground robot | ✓ No — ground robot | ~ Outdoor drone: check local regs |
| CFATS Patrol Docs | ✗ N/A — indoor inventory | ✗ N/A — indoor inventory | ✗ N/A — fulfillment | ~ Inspection records only | ✓ GPS-tracked patrol logs | ✓ RSOC + full documentation |
| Works in H₂S/Hazardous Zones | ✗ Indoor warehouse only | ✗ Indoor warehouse only | ✗ Indoor fulfillment only | ✓ Via remote operation | ✓ All outdoor terrain | ✓ Outdoor industrial zones |
| Explore Dexory → | Explore Corvus One → | Explore Locus → | Explore Spot → | Explore Vision 60 → | Explore DroneDog → | |
Decision Guide
Which Platform Fits Your Operation?
Choose Dexory™ if…
Inventory · Warehousing · Distribution
You want a ground robot, not an aerial drone
You need real-time visibility, not just periodic counts
You want slotting and space-utilization insights too
Fast deployment matters — live in 1 to 2 weeks
You run a multi-site operation needing one dashboard
You want zero fixed infrastructure to install or maintain
No CapEx budget — prefer monthly subscription
Choose Corvus One™ if…
Inventory · Warehousing · Distribution
You have racked pallet storage (50"+ aisles)
Manual cycle counting consumes 1+ FTE
Inventory accuracy affects order fulfillment
You run annual physical inventories
You want daily inventory visibility without labor
Cold storage or frozen warehouse operation
No CapEx budget — prefer monthly subscription
Choose LocusBots™ if…
Fulfillment · Order Picking · E-Commerce
You run high-volume order picking or fulfillment
Pickers walk excessive distances every shift
Peak and seasonal volume swings strain labor
You want to lift picking productivity 2–3×
Hiring and retaining warehouse associates is hard
E-commerce, retail, or 3PL distribution operation
You want to scale robots up or down with demand
Choose Spot™ if…
Inspection · Maintenance · Hazardous Access
You have equipment that requires regular inspection
Some inspection zones are hazardous or restricted
Unplanned downtime costs thousands per hour
You want thermal, acoustic, or radiation data
PSM / mechanical integrity documentation required
You have stairs, rubble, or complex indoor terrain
Refinery, chemical plant, power generation, or manufacturing
Choose Vision 60™ if…
Perimeter Security · Outdoor Patrol · CFATS
You need outdoor perimeter security — not indoor
Terrain is challenging: mud, gravel, ice, slopes
Gulf Coast heat and humidity are a factor
CFATS patrol documentation required
Military-grade reliability is a priority
Oil & gas, petrochemical, or pipeline site
Large footprint with complex fence line
Choose DroneDog™ if…
Integrated Security · Large Sites · RSOC
You want both ground AND aerial coverage
Site is too large for ground robot alone
24/7 human monitoring (RSOC) is important
Rapid aerial response to ground detections needed
Enterprise-grade security with managed service model
Distribution center, stadium, or corporate campus
Want all-in-one security platform vs. point solutions
Multi-Platform Deployments
Many Facilities Deploy
More Than One Platform
These robots solve different problems — and in many industrial facilities, multiple problems exist simultaneously. Actel Robotics regularly deploys combinations of platforms for customers who need both inventory management and inspection or security coverage.
A refinery might deploy Spot for inspection inside the process units and Vision 60 for perimeter patrol of the outer fence line. A distribution center might use Corvus One for inventory inside the warehouse and DroneDog for overnight security in the trailer yard.
As your authorized integrator for all six platforms, Actel Robotics can scope, deploy, and support multi-robot programs under a single relationship — no juggling multiple vendors.
Discuss a Multi-Platform Deployment →🏭 Refinery / Petrochemical
Corvus One (MRO storeroom) + Spot (process inspection) + Vision 60 (perimeter)
📦 Distribution Center
Corvus One (warehouse inventory) + DroneDog (overnight yard & perimeter security)
⚡ Power Generation
Spot (substation thermal inspection) + Vision 60 (perimeter fence patrol)
🏗️ Construction Site
DroneDog (overnight security) + Spot (site documentation & progress tracking)
Explore Each Platform
Dive Into the Details
Full specs, capabilities, and deployment details for every platform Actel Robotics deploys and supports.
Dexory Warehouse Intelligence →
Corvus Warehouse Drones →
Locus Fulfillment AMRs →
Boston Dynamics Spot →
Ghost Robotics Vision 60 →
Vision 60 vs Spot — Head to Head →
Vision 60 vs DroneDog — Head to Head →
Asylon DroneDog →
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