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Pio vs. AutoStore​

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High Level Comparison:

Pio is a plug-and-play, standardized, entry-level version of AutoStore. ​Pio is built on the proven technology from AutoStore but standardized on certain modules to keep the cost down.​ This means that it comes with some limitation on software features and AutoStore modules supported. ​ The table below provides a high-level comparison between Pio and a standard AutoStore. ​

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Pio
AutoStore
Software features
  • Advanced and customizable
Software integration
  • Standard API / simple integration​
  • No-code plug-ins​
  • iPaaS
  • Advanced integration
Commercial model
  • Hybrid OPEX only​
  • Standard 3-year contract​
  • No buy-out
  • Based on customer request
AutoStore modules
  • Standardized​ (DDG, R5, Conveyor port, 330 bins, service tower, service trolley)
  • All available modules
Grid design
  • Standardized, over 10,000 bins
    (additional cost for custom design)
  • Customized at all sizes
    (no custom design fee)
SLA
  • Standardized SLA at additional cost
  • Not included in the monthly subscription
  • Custom and premium SLAs based on customer needs
Dynamic capacity
  • Yes​ (add booster bots for peaks or as you grow)
  • No
Warehouse complexity
  • Low​ (typically stand-alone AutoStore)
  • Medium to high​ (based on customer needs)
Throughput
  • Typically up to 5,000–6,000 OL / day
  • Any throughput need
Storage capacity
  • Over 10,000 bins
  • Any storage need
Industries / use-cases supported
  • Low complexity e-com / 3PL / Industrial / In-store
  • Any industry / use case
Installation time
  • As little as 5 days (depending on system size)
  • ~16–24 weeks (custom design and integration)