Anduril Industries Ghost-XvsBlueye Robotics Blueye X3
Side-by-side comparison of Anduril Industries Ghost-X and Blueye Robotics Blueye X3: specs, price, use cases and SDKs.

Ghost-X
Group-1 sUAS for tactical reconnaissance + perimeter ISR

Blueye X3
Underwater ROV for inspection (305m depth, 4K camera)
Specifications
| Spec | Ghost-X | Blueye X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (USD) | $0 | $16,000 |
| Category | drone | drone |
| Payload | 1.5 kg | — |
| Runtime | 1.25 h | 2 h |
| Speed | 22 m/s | 1 m/s |
| Weight | 5 kg | 9 kg |
| Battery | Hot-swap LiPo | Internal LiPo + tether power option |
- Tactical ISR
- Perimeter security (critical infra)
- Border surveillance
- Wildfire mapping
- Hull + propeller inspection
- Aquaculture net inspection
- Search & rescue
- Offshore structural inspection
When to pick which
Select the Anduril Industries Ghost-X for terrestrial defense, border security, or emergency response scenarios requiring rapid wide-area situational awareness. Its 22 m/s flight speed and 1.25-hour runtime make it superior for tracking fast-moving targets or mapping wildfire perimeters where ground access is restricted. Choose this platform for government-scale tactical ISR or critical infrastructure monitoring where the Lattice OS provides necessary autonomous coordination. The Ghost-X is the logical choice for any mission requiring an aerial vantage point to secure large perimeters or conduct high-speed reconnaissance that an underwater ROV physically cannot perform.
Opt for the Blueye Robotics Blueye X3 for maritime, aquaculture, or offshore energy operations requiring direct subaquatic observation. This ROV is essential for tasks such as inspecting ship hulls, propellers, or deep-sea structural foundations down to 305 meters. Its 2-hour runtime and tethered power option support detailed, stationary visual inspections that aerial drones cannot execute. Choose the X3 for search and rescue missions in harbors or for monitoring underwater net integrity in fish farms. The inclusion of a ROS bridge and Python SDK allows commercial operators to integrate custom sensor data for precise structural health monitoring.
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