AutoStore R5+ vs Dematic Colby Pallet AS/RS
Head-to-head comparison of AutoStore AutoStore R5+ and Dematic (KION) Dematic Colby Pallet AS/RS. Updated 2026.
Last updated: November 6, 2026
Overall Score
81.5/ 100
AutoStore R5+
AutoStore
81.6/ 100
Dematic Colby Pallet AS/RS
Dematic (KION)
Score Breakdown
82
Performance86
88
Reliability88
80
Ease of Use72
76
Intelligence78
78
Value72
80
Ecosystem86
86
Safety88
74
Design74
Specs Comparison
| Spec | AutoStore R5+ | Dematic Colby Pallet AS/RS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | — |
| Grid | Aluminum top-grid | — |
| Type | Cube storage robot | Pallet crane AS/RS |
| Bin Depth | Up to 24 deep | — |
| Bins Per Hour | 25 | — |
| Installations | 1100+ | — |
| Storage Density | 4x traditional | — |
| Height M | — | 45 |
| Payload Kg | — | 1500 |
| Application | — | Food, beverage, CPG high-bay |
| Aisle Width M | — | 1.5 |
| System Price Min | — | 5000000 |
| Storage Positions | — | 40000 |
| Double Cycles Per Hour | — | 200 |
Buyer Intelligence
| Metric | AutoStore R5+ | Dematic Colby Pallet AS/RS |
|---|---|---|
| Vendor Health Score | — | — |
| 5-Year TCO Estimate | — | — |
| Annual Maintenance | — | — |
| Support Model | — | — |
| Safety Certifications | — | — |