Locus Robotics VectorvsNeura Robotics MAV

Locus Robotics Vector leads on 3 of 7 dimensions — strongest on deployment readiness.

Vector

2 wins

MAV

1 wins

Category breakdown

Readiness, uptime, navigation & connectivity

Vector

88
Deployment readiness
75
60
Maintenance confidence
60
Vision-led navigation (estimated)
Navigation
Vision-led navigation (estimated)
Wi-Fi / cloud fleet management (estimated)
Connectivity
Wi-Fi / cloud fleet management (estimated)

Price accessibility and ROI clarity

Even

Payload, speed, runtime & labor replacement

MAV

75
Labor replacement
72
Up to 600 lbs (272 kg)
Payload
MAV 500: up to 500 kg; MAV 1500: up to 1,500 kg
Not disclosed by manufacturer
Speed
Up to 1.5 m/s
8-10 hours on a single charge
Battery
MAV 500: up to 7.5 hours; MAV 1500: 10 hours running time, 2 hours charging time

Environment fit, footprint & long-term upside

Vector

79
Environment fit
78
74
Future potential
68
565 × 762 × 508 mm (W × D × H)
Footprint
MAV 500: 678 × 1255 × 294 mm; MAV 1500: 910 × 1530 × 293 mm

Vector · Best for

Wine and beverage distribution (case picking directly onto pallet dollies)

MAV · Best for

Automotive parts supply loop in restricted-aisle assembly plants (400+ parts/shift).

Final judgment

If immediate deployment is the priority, choose Vector. If the goal is to be ready when MAV's capabilities mature, track it.