BOTPLANNERL5

Systems considered

This page compares BOTPLANNERL5 with three well-known robotic systems in walls and drywall finishing: Canvas 1200CX, Okibo EG7, and a spray–scraping / sanding robot from Fangshi Technology. The focus is on technology, market fit and economic model from the point of view of drywall contractors in the United States.

Systems at a glance

Reference platform

Robotic drywall finishing platform (USA-based concept)

Multi-function robot that performs Level 5 coating spray and skimming (blade finish), sanding and painting using a modular head on a mecanum-wheel chassis with cascade elevator.

Acquisition model: direct purchase
Target price: ≈ US $40,000 per machine (ex-works, without pump or battery pack).

Uses compound and blades similar to current North American practice – easy for drywall crews to adopt.
Designed around LiFePO₄ 48 V power, airless pumps and proven skimming techniques.
Aims for 3× productivity versus manual work while keeping the capital cost in the reach of mid-sized contractors.

Competitor · United States

Canvas 1200CX

Robotic system for drywall spray compound and sanding

A robotic platform that applies spray compound and performs sanding to deliver Level 4 and Level 5 finishes. Focused on large commercial projects with repeat layouts.

Acquisition model: service / long-term lease
Approximate cost: typically structured as project-based or monthly commitments rather than a one-time purchase; capital value in the high five-figure to low six-figure range.

Strong U.S. presence; proven on major job sites with large general contractors.
Spray-based process can deliver high productivity on big, repetitive wall areas.
Requires contractors to accept a different material workflow (heavy spray compound and sanding) and to commit to a service-style pricing model.

Competitor · EG7 (Okibo)

Okibo EG7

Autonomous robot for plaster / compound spraying & sanding

Compact, fully independent robot that performs spraying and sanding for drywall and plaster surfaces using an onboard pump, 18 gal hopper, swerve drive and swappable end-effectors.

Acquisition model: rental and 3-year operating lease only (no outright sale).
Indicative pricing: weekly rentals around US $4,990 per robot. A 3-year lease combines an upfront payment (around US $85,900) with recurring monthly fees for the robot and sanding/spraying kits, including training and service (vendor figures you provided).

Fully self-contained – onboard pump, batteries and sensors; no external total station or Wi-Fi required.
Narrow (about 27 in wide) and ~800 lb, well suited to corridors and tight interiors.
Financial model is service-heavy and expensive over several years; may be difficult to justify on smaller contractors’ balance sheets.

Competitor · Fangshi Technology

Spray-Scraping & Sanding Robot

Chinese putty spray-scraping, sanding and paint robot

A 575 kg all-in-one robot for putty spray-scraping, sanding and latex-paint spraying on interior walls, ceilings, bay windows and beams.

Key specs (from Fangshi data):
Putty spray-scraping efficiency 60–80 m²/h (max ≥ 100 m²/h),
sanding 60–100 m²/h, paint 150–200 m²/h,
rated power 8.5 kW, construction height about 3 m.

Integrates putty spraying, scraping, sanding and paint into a single heavy-duty unit; good for plaster-style finishes.
High theoretical output and significant labor-savings in its primary markets.
Very heavy machine, designed for local materials and methods – limited track record with U.S. drywall subcontractors and codes (OSHA, UL, etc.).

Comparative summary

The table below summarizes how each platform approaches technology, economics and contractor acceptance. The goal is not to criticize competitors, but to clarify where BOTPLANNERL5 is positioned.

System	Core process	Acquisition / pricing model	Indicative cost level	Key strengths	Key challenges
BOTPLANNERL5	Level 5 coating spray and blade skimming (like a human), orbital sanding and airless painting on a single modular chassis.	Direct purchase through distributors or OEM partners. Optional finance or lease from third-party lenders.	≈ US $40,000 base machine, allowing midsize subcontractors to own multiple units.	Contractor-friendly Familiar materials and techniques; multi-tool platform that can be used daily across many wall and ceiling operations.	Early-stage product that still requires field pilots and validation on large commercial jobs.
Canvas 1200CX	Spray compound application followed by robotic sanding to achieve Level 4/5 finishes on large wall areas.	Robot-as-a-service / long-term deployment agreements with large GCs and wall/ceiling contractors.	High capital value and multi-year commitments; economical mainly on big, continuous projects.	Established U.S. brand, field-proven on major projects, strong backend support and analytics.	Spray-and-sand workflow is different from traditional skim-and-blade practice; economics favor large, repetitive jobs rather than diverse smaller projects.
Okibo EG7	Autonomous spraying and sanding of plaster/compound using an onboard pump and modular end-effectors; swerve drive for tight spaces.	Weekly rental or 3-year lease only; includes training, maintenance and support bundled into periodic fees.	Premium – weekly rentals in the thousands of dollars; multi-year leases imply six-figure lifetime spend.	Fully self-contained, compact and agile; fast deployment without external positioning systems.	Lease-only model reduces flexibility; total cost can exceed what many drywall subcontractors are comfortable investing.
Fangshi Robot	Integrated putty spray-scraping, sanding and latex paint spraying, focused on interior plaster/putty surfaces.	Direct purchase from manufacturer or regional distributors (primarily Asia); details vary by market.	Competitive on a per-unit basis in local markets, but with additional logistics, certification and support costs for overseas users.	All-in-one functionality, high theoretical productivity and strong value where local materials and codes match the design.	Heavy machine with 3 m working height; process tuned to plaster rather than North-American drywall, with limited local service infrastructure.

Positioning statement

BOTPLANNERL5 is not trying to replace large, expensive robots used on mega-projects, nor low-cost single-function machines. It is designed as a practical tool that drywall contractors can own, service and deploy every day, using familiar materials while gaining the productivity and consistency of robotics.