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Overview

What is the Blueye Pro Underwater Drone?

The Blueye Pro is a professional-grade underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) built for inspection work where a tilting camera and a deep depth rating matter. Rated to 305 meters (1,000 feet) and weighing under 9 kg, it deploys from the shore, a dock, or a small boat by a single operator — no crane, no dive team. The mechanical -30 to +30 degree camera tilt lets pilots look up at the underside of a hull or down at a riverbed without repositioning the whole vehicle, which is the core upgrade the Pro adds over a fixed-camera drone.

Imaging comes from a 1/2.8-inch Exmor R CMOS sensor recording Full HD 1080p video, lit by 3,300-lumen LEDs with a 90 CRI for accurate color underwater. Four 350 W thrusters drive it to 1.5 m/s (3 knots) and hold position in up to a 2-knot current, while assisted navigation with a built-in compass minimizes drift during methodical inspection passes. A 96.2 Wh battery delivers roughly 2 hours of normal operation, and the tether reaches up to 300 m.

RobotLAB resells the Blueye Pro to organizations across the U.S. with purchase, lease, and Robot-as-a-Service options, plus deployment support, operator training, and ongoing service. As an integrator rather than the manufacturer, RobotLAB helps you match the Pro against the rest of the Blueye line — and against payload-capable models like the X1 and X3 — so you buy the right tool for your inspection program. Call 1-87-RobotLAB to scope a configuration.

Specifications

Key specs

ManufacturerBlueye Robotics (Norway)
ModelBlueye Pro
TypeProfessional inspection-class underwater ROV
Maximum depth305 m (1,000 ft)
Dimensions (L x W x H)485 x 257 x 354 mm
Weight in air8.6 kg (under 9 kg)
Camera sensor1/2.8 in Exmor R CMOS
Video resolutionFull HD 1080p (1920 x 1080) at 25/30 fps
Camera tiltMechanical, -30 to +30 degrees
Field of view115 degrees vertical
Lighting3,300 lumens, 5000 K, 90 CRI, dimmable
Onboard storage64 GB SD card
Thrusters4 x 350 W
Forward speed1.5 m/s (3 knots); operates in up to 2-knot current
Battery14.8 V, 6,500 mAh (96.2 Wh)
Operating timeApprox. 2 hours at normal use
TetherUp to 300 m, 28 AWG twisted pair, 100 kg breaking strength
NavigationAssisted navigation with compass; 3-axis IMU
Ingress protectionIPX8
ConstructionABS and aluminum pressure housings, polycarbonate windows
Purchase Price$19,990 (via RobotLAB)
How it works

Blueye Pro Underwater Drone in detail

Infrastructure and dam inspection

Government agencies and utilities use the Blueye Pro to inspect dams, intake structures, spillways, bridge pilings, and submerged concrete without dewatering the site or sending in commercial divers. The 305 m depth rating covers deep reservoir faces, and the tilting Full HD camera lets inspectors document cracks, scour, and debris from multiple angles in a single dive.

Ship hull and port inspection

For shipping operators and port authorities, the Pro performs hull, propeller, rudder, and quay-wall inspections in-water, between dry-dockings. Its 2-knot current tolerance and assisted heading control keep it steady along a hull, and the 3,300-lumen lighting with 90 CRI gives accurate color for spotting fouling, corrosion, and damage.

Research and higher-education fieldwork

Universities and marine research programs deploy the Pro for underwater survey, habitat documentation, and student field training. Light enough for one person to carry and launch, it brings repeatable, recorded Full HD footage to coursework and field studies without the cost and logistics of crewed dive operations.

Search, recovery, and emergency response

Public-safety and government dive teams use the Pro to locate submerged vehicles, evidence, and victims before committing divers to the water. The portable, rapidly deployable platform reduces diver risk in cold, low-visibility, or contaminated water while documenting the scene on video.

Compare

How the Blueye Pro Underwater Drone compares

SpecificationBlueye Pro Underwater DroneBlueye Robotics X3 UnderwaterBlueye Robotics X3 UnderwaterBlueye Robotics X1 Mini RovBlueye Robotics X1 Mini RovBlueye Robotics X1 Mini RovBlueye Robotics X1 Mini Rov
Best forProfessional camera-based inspection with a tilting Full HD cameraInspection plus heavier payloads and modular sensors (sonar, manipulators)Inspection plus action — gripper for sampling and object retrievalResearch-bundle ROV with gripper for academic fieldwork
Purchase price$19,990 (via RobotLAB)$29,990Request a quoteRequest a quote
Maximum depth305 m (1,000 ft)305 m (1,000 ft)305 m (1,000 ft)305 m (1,000 ft)
CameraFull HD 1080p, tilting -30 to +30 deg4K video, 12 MP photo, tiltingFull HD 1080p, tiltingFull HD 1080p, tilting
Lighting3,300 lumens, 90 CRIContact for details3,300 lumens, 90 CRI3,300 lumens, 90 CRI
Guest ports / payloadCamera inspection (no guest port)3 guest ports, modular payloads1 guest port (gripper/manipulator)1 guest port (gripper/manipulator)
Operating timeApprox. 2 hours (standard battery)Up to 5 hours (high-capacity battery)Up to 5 hours (high-capacity option)Up to 5 hours (high-capacity option)
Weight8.6 kg (under 9 kg)9 kg8.6 kg (under 9 kg)8.6 kg (under 9 kg)
Thrusters4 x 350 W4 thrusters4 thrusters4 thrusters
TetherUp to 300 m150 m reel includedUp to 300 mUp to 300 m
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Questions & answers

About the Blueye Pro Underwater Drone.

  1. What is the Blueye Pro and what is it used for?

    The Blueye Pro is a professional underwater inspection ROV (remotely operated vehicle) made by Blueye Robotics. It is used for inspecting dams, ship hulls, ports, bridges, and submerged infrastructure, as well as research, search and recovery, and emergency response. It records Full HD video with a tilting camera and is rated to 305 m (1,000 ft). For help choosing the right model, call 1-87-RobotLAB.

  2. How deep can the Blueye Pro go?

    The Blueye Pro is rated to a maximum depth of 305 meters (1,000 feet). This is the same depth class as the rest of the Blueye line, including the X1 and X3, so depth is not the differentiator between these models — camera and payload capability are.

  3. How is the Blueye Pro different from the X1 and X3?

    All three share the same chassis, 305 m depth rating, and four-thruster design. The Pro adds a tilting Full HD camera over the most basic configurations. The X1 adds a guest port for a gripper or manipulator so it can collect samples and retrieve objects. The X3 steps up to a 4K camera, three guest ports, and modular payloads (sonar, sensors, manipulators). Call 1-87-RobotLAB and we'll match the model to your inspection work.

  4. Can one person operate the Blueye Pro?

    Yes. At 8.6 kg (under 9 kg) it is designed for single-operator use — one person can carry, launch, and pilot it from shore, a dock, or a small boat with no crane or dive team. This is a major reason organizations choose it over crewed dive operations.

  5. Does RobotLAB offer leasing or Robot-as-a-Service for the Blueye Pro?

    RobotLAB sells, leases, and offers Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) subscription options on Blueye underwater drones, along with deployment support, operator training, and service. The listed purchase price for the Blueye Pro is $19,990. Contact RobotLAB for lease and RaaS pricing tailored to your program — call 1-87-RobotLAB.

  6. How long can the Blueye Pro stay underwater on a charge?

    The standard battery (14.8 V, 96.2 Wh) provides approximately 2 hours of operation at normal use. Runtime varies with current, thruster load, and lighting use. For longer continuous operations, ask RobotLAB about options across the Blueye line — call 1-87-RobotLAB.

  7. Can the Blueye Pro carry a gripper or sensors?

    The Blueye Pro is configured primarily as a camera-inspection vehicle. If you need to attach a gripper/manipulator or external sensors like sonar, the X1 (one guest port for a gripper) or the X3 (three guest ports plus modular payloads) are the better fit. RobotLAB can help you decide — call 1-87-RobotLAB.

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