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Amazon Scout

[DEL]· 2022
70.7

ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS

Performance22%
Reliability20%
Ease of Use15%
Intelligence15%
Vendor Reliability10%
Value9%
Ecosystem7%
Safety5%
Design4%

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What problem does this solve?

Last-mile delivery operations.

Who is this for?

Operations teams evaluating automation — contact the manufacturer for deployment consultation and pricing.

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BEST FOR

Last-mile delivery operations

AVOID IF

Budget is primary constraint and manual alternatives exist

PAYBACK

TBD

COMPLEXITY

TBD

Amazon's six-wheeled sidewalk delivery robot. Cooler-sized autonomous robot tested in Snohomish County, WA. Program paused in 2022 as Amazon shifted focus to drone delivery.

The Amazon Scout earns a RoboScore of 70.7/100, a solid result that positions it as a reasonable choice in delivery and last-mile logistics. Amazon has built a competent system for teams focused on range and payload capacity. Pricing is available on request from Amazon directly. Local regulations on autonomous delivery vary significantly by jurisdiction.

Teams in delivery and last-mile logistics looking for a competent solution. The Amazon Scout is designed for organizations where range and payload capacity matters most.

Buyers who need transparent pricing upfront to build ROI models. Without published pricing, budget planning requires direct engagement with Amazon, which may slow evaluation timelines.

Performance
6825%
Reliability
7020%
Ease of Use
7815%
Intelligence
7415%
Value
6010%
Ecosystem
708%
Safety
785%
Design
722%

Other

SizeCooler-sized
StatusProgram paused 2022
Wheels6
AutonomySidewalk L4

The Real Cost of Ownership

Purchase price is only 40-60% of the true cost. Here's the full picture.

Purchase Costs

MSRP

CURRENT

RFQ

Operating Costs (Annual)

MAINTENANCE LOW

MAINTENANCE HIGH

2
$25/hr
1
$50,000

Monthly savings

$8,333

Payback period

6mo

3-year net ROI

500%

5-year savings

$450,000

IntervalTaskEst. Cost
DailyVisual inspection & debris removal
WeeklySensor calibration check & log review
MonthlyLubrication, belt/chain tension check$50–150
6-MonthFull mechanical inspection & software update$500–2,000
AnnualComprehensive overhaul & recalibration$2,000–10,000

Service Details

Warranty:Contact Vendor
Support:Contact Vendor
Response:Contact Vendor
Spare Parts:Contact Vendor

Operator Training

Contact Vendor

Typical Training Plan

SAFETY & BASICS

2–4 hours

OPERATIONS

4–16 hours

TROUBLESHOOTING

2–8 hours

MAINTENANCE

4–16 hours

Before purchasing the Amazon Scout, ask the vendor these critical questions:

  1. 01What is the total cost of ownership over 5 years?
  2. 02What does the warranty cover, and what's excluded?
  3. 03What is your average response time for critical issues?
  4. 04Can you provide references from similar deployments?
  5. 05Is a pilot program available before full commitment?

... and 15 more critical questions

70.7/ 100
Performance
6825%
Reliability
7020%
Ease of Use
7815%
Intelligence
7415%
Value
6010%
Ecosystem
708%
Safety
785%
Design
722%

Purchase Price

RFQ

Est. Annual Maintenance

Contact manufacturer for maintenance pricing

5-Year Total

Requires pricing data

Cost per Shift

Cost per Hour

Based on industry averages. Actual costs vary.

Amazon

Founded

EST. 1994(32 years)

Funding

Undisclosed

Employees

Undisclosed

HQ

US

Vendor Health Score

Health score pending verification

Certifications data being verified. Contact manufacturer for compliance documentation.

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How much does the Amazon Scout cost?
Contact Amazon directly for current pricing. Pricing for Delivery & Last-Mile robots varies significantly based on configuration and deployment requirements.
What certification do I need to operate the Amazon Scout?
Operators should hold at minimum an RCO Foundation (Level 1) certification. For programming and integration work, RCO Specialist (Level 2) is recommended.
How long does it take to deploy the Amazon Scout?
Deployment timelines for Delivery & Last-Mile robots typically range from 2-12 weeks depending on facility complexity and integration requirements.
Should I buy, lease, or hire the Amazon Scout?
Buy if you plan to use it for 3+ years at high utilization. Lease (typically $varies/month) if you want flexibility and upgrades. Hire through RoboWork if you need it for a project or pilot — no capital expenditure required.
How does the Amazon Scout compare to alternatives?
With a RoboScore of 70.7/100, the Amazon Scout scores competitively for Delivery & Last-Mile. Use our comparison tool to evaluate it against up to 2 other robots across all 8 scoring dimensions.