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Zipline P2 Zip

[UAV]· 2024
82.7

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?

Aerial inspection and surveying.

Who is this for?

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

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BEST FOR

Aerial inspection and surveying

AVOID IF

Budget is primary constraint and manual alternatives exist

PAYBACK

TBD

COMPLEXITY

TBD

Platform 2 delivery drone with precision hover-and-lower delivery system. Delivers to areas as small as a parking space. Used for medical supplies, food, and retail. Operating in 8 countries with 1M+ deliveries.

The Zipline P2 Zip earns a RoboScore of 82.7/100, a strong result that positions it as worth serious consideration in aerial inspection and surveying. Zipline has built a highly capable system for teams focused on flight time and sensor resolution. Pricing is available on request from Zipline directly. FAA Part 107 certification (or equivalent) is required for commercial operations.

Teams in aerial inspection and surveying looking for a highly capable solution. The Zipline P2 Zip is designed for organizations where flight time and sensor resolution matters most.

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

Performance
8625%
Reliability
8220%
Ease of Use
8215%
Intelligence
8615%
Value
8010%
Ecosystem
728%
Safety
845%
Design
802%

Other

TypePrecision delivery drone
Countries8
PrecisionParking space landing zone
Speed Mph70
Deliveries1M+
Payload Lbs8

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 Zipline P2 Zip, 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

82.7/ 100
Performance
8625%
Reliability
8220%
Ease of Use
8215%
Intelligence
8615%
Value
8010%
Ecosystem
728%
Safety
845%
Design
802%

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.

Zipline

Founded

EST. 2014(12 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 Zipline P2 Zip cost?
Contact Zipline directly for current pricing. Pricing for Drones & Aerial robots varies significantly based on configuration and deployment requirements.
What certification do I need to operate the Zipline P2 Zip?
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 Zipline P2 Zip?
Deployment timelines for Drones & Aerial robots typically range from 2-12 weeks depending on facility complexity and integration requirements.
Should I buy, lease, or hire the Zipline P2 Zip?
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 Zipline P2 Zip compare to alternatives?
With a RoboScore of 82.7/100, the Zipline P2 Zip scores in the top tier for Drones & Aerial. Use our comparison tool to evaluate it against up to 2 other robots across all 8 scoring dimensions.