Blueye X1 Mini ROV
A gripper-ready, 305-meter mini ROV that lets your team inspect, sample, and recover underwater without a boat crew or a dive team — deployed and supported nationwide by RobotLAB.
- Manufacturer
- Blueye
- Capability
- AI Labs
- Support
- US sales, setup & service
Overview
What is the Blueye X1 Mini ROV?
The Blueye X1 is a compact professional underwater drone (ROV) built on the same platform as Blueye's flagship X3, but streamlined to a single guest port so you can run a gripper and get the job done without paying for expansion capacity you may never use. It reaches depths of 305 meters (1,000 feet), records Full HD 1080p video through a tilting low-light camera, and lights the water with 3,300-lumen, 90-CRI LEDs for accurate color even in murky conditions. At 8.6 kg it deploys in under 90 seconds from a dock, pier, or small boat, and a single operator can run it from a phone or tablet.
RobotLAB resells, leases, and deploys the X1 as part of our commercial robotics catalog, and supports it with training and nationwide service. Because the X1 ships gripper-ready, it is the natural pick for teams whose core need is look-and-grab work — pulling a dropped tool off the bottom, retrieving a sample, or clearing debris — rather than integrating a stack of sonars and sensors. For depth-extension, multi-sensor payloads, or three guest ports, the larger X3 is the upgrade path; the X1 keeps the same camera, lights, and depth rating at a lower entry point.
Pricing for the X1 is quote-based. RobotLAB offers it for outright purchase, lease, or Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) subscription so institutions and operators can match the cost structure to their budget cycle. Call 1-87-RobotLAB to scope a configuration, bundle the gripper and tether length you need, and get a written quote.
Specifications
Key specs
| Purchase Price | $14,402 |
| Maximum depth | 305 m (1,000 ft) |
| Weight (in air, salt-water ballast) | 8.6 kg |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 485 x 257 x 354 mm |
| Camera | Full HD 1080p/30fps, Exmor R CMOS 1/2.8 in, 115° FOV |
| Camera tilt | -30° to +30° (mechanical) |
| Lights | 3,300 lumens, 5000K, 90 CRI, dimmable |
| Forward speed | 3 knots (1.5 m/s) |
| Battery runtime | ~2 hrs standard / up to ~5 hrs high-capacity |
| Onboard storage | 256 GB |
| Guest ports | 1 (gripper-ready) |
| Tether | Up to 300 m, 100 kg breaking strength |
| Ingress protection | IPX8 |
| Operating temperature | -10°C to +50°C |
| Certifications | CE, FCC |
| Control | iOS / Android app; auto depth & heading hold |
How it works
Blueye X1 Mini ROV in detail
Infrastructure and asset inspection
Inspect bridge piers, dam faces, intake screens, pilings, hulls, and submerged structures without scaffolding, divers, or dewatering. The X1's tilting 1080p camera and 3,300-lumen lights document corrosion, scour, and damage in low-visibility water, and automatic depth and heading hold keep the view steady so an operator can focus on the inspection instead of fighting the current.
Search, recovery, and salvage
The X1 ships gripper-ready on its single guest port, making it a practical tool for recovering dropped equipment, evidence, or debris from the bottom. Sub-90-second deployment and a 305-meter depth rating let teams put eyes — and a hand — on a target fast, with up to 5 hours of runtime on the high-capacity battery for extended search patterns.
Aquaculture and environmental monitoring
Fish-farm operators and water utilities use the X1 to check nets, moorings, and cages, monitor stock, and survey aquatic habitats. The improved low-light camera renders accurate color (90 CRI) in turbid water, and the lightweight, portable form factor means routine checks no longer require a chartered vessel or dive contractor.
Higher-ed and applied research
Marine science, engineering, and trades programs deploy the X1 as a hands-on teaching and field-research platform. Phone/tablet control and a sub-90-second launch make it accessible to students, while the 305-meter depth, 256 GB of onboard storage, and gripper port support real data collection and sample retrieval for coursework and grant-funded studies.
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How the Blueye X1 Mini ROV compares
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Blueye X1 Mini ROV in the field
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Questions & answers
About the Blueye X1 Mini ROV.
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How deep can the Blueye X1 go?
The X1 is rated to 305 meters (1,000 feet), the same depth rating as Blueye's larger X3. That covers the vast majority of inspection, recovery, and research work in harbors, lakes, reservoirs, and coastal waters. If you need to go deeper, ask us about the X3 with its Deep Kit. Call 1-87-RobotLAB and we'll match the platform to your operating depth.
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Does the X1 come with a gripper / robotic arm?
The X1 is built gripper-ready — it has one guest port specifically for attaching a gripper so you can grab and recover objects underwater. The gripper itself is an accessory; tell us your use case and we'll quote the X1 with the right gripper and tether length bundled in. Call 1-87-RobotLAB for a configured quote.
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What's the difference between the X1 and the X3?
Both share the same 305 m depth rating, 1080p tilting camera, and 3,300-lumen lights. The X3 has three guest ports and supports the Blueye Deep Kit for sonars, sensors, and depth extension, making it the choice for multi-payload integration. The X1 keeps one guest port for a gripper at a lower entry point — ideal when your need is straightforward inspection and look-and-grab work. RobotLAB sells both; call 1-87-RobotLAB to compare.
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How much does the Blueye X1 cost, and can we lease it?
X1 pricing is quote-based and depends on the gripper, tether length, and accessories you need. RobotLAB offers outright purchase, leasing, and Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) subscription so you can spread the cost over time. Call 1-87-RobotLAB for a written quote and to discuss financing options.
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Do I need a boat or a dive team to operate it?
No. At 8.6 kg the X1 is portable enough to deploy by hand from a dock, pier, or small boat in under 90 seconds, and it's flown by a single operator from a phone or tablet. It replaces or reduces the need for commercial divers on routine inspection and recovery tasks. RobotLAB includes operator training — call 1-87-RobotLAB to set it up.
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How long can the X1 stay underwater on a charge?
Runtime depends on the battery: roughly 2 hours on the standard battery and up to about 5 hours on the high-capacity battery, which is replaceable for back-to-back missions. It records to 256 GB of onboard storage. Call 1-87-RobotLAB to spec the battery configuration for your mission length.
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Does RobotLAB provide training and support after purchase?
Yes. As a nationwide commercial robotics integrator, RobotLAB handles deployment, operator training, and ongoing service for the Blueye X1 in addition to selling, leasing, and RaaS-subscribing it. Call 1-87-RobotLAB to discuss a support plan for your team.
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