ABB IRB 120 FlexMove vs ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)
Side-by-side comparison of ABB IRB 120 FlexMove (ABB) and ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version) (Foshan Zekeep Technology Co., Ltd) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMoveSwitzerland
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)China
Year First Available
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMove2018
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Verified Deployments
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMove0 Deployments
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMove$65,000 USD
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)$2,800 USD
Availability Status
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMoveACTIVE
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMove35 kg
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Payload
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMove12 kg
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Reach
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMove900 mm
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Degrees of Freedom
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMove6
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)3
Repeatability
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMove±0.03 mm
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)±0.05 mm
Path Accuracy
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMove±0.1 mm
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
IP Rating (Arm)
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMoveIP54
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Performance
MTBF
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMove50,000 hrs
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Duty Cycle
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMove24 7 continuous
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Safety
Dual Check Safety
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMoveYes
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Safety I/O Pairs
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMove2
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMoveOmniCore™
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Programming Languages
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMoveRAPID
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Teach Pendant Type
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMovewired touch
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Offline Programming
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMoveRobotStudio
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Digital Twin Support
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMoveYes
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Connectivity
IoT / Cloud Platform
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMoveABB Ability
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Predictive Maintenance
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMovethreshold based
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMoveiso 9283
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Internal Cable Routing
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMovethrough arm and wrist
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Pneumatic Lines
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMove1
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMove$65,000 USD
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)$2,800 USD
Warranty
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMove1 yrs
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
Service Network
- ABB IRB 120 FlexMoveglobal
- ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Switzerland | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $65,000 USD | $2,800 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 35 kg | — |
| Payload (values differ) | 12 kg | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 900 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | 3 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.03 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| Path Accuracy (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | — |
| IP Rating (Arm) (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Performance | ||
| MTBF (values differ) | 50,000 hrs | — |
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | 24 7 continuous | — |
| Safety | ||
| Dual Check Safety (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Safety I/O Pairs (values differ) | 2 | — |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | OmniCore™ | — |
| Programming Languages (values differ) | RAPID | — |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | wired touch | — |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | RobotStudio | — |
| Digital Twin Support (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| IoT / Cloud Platform (values differ) | ABB Ability | — |
| Predictive Maintenance (values differ) | threshold based | — |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | iso 9283 | — |
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | through arm and wrist | — |
| Pneumatic Lines (values differ) | 1 | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $65,000 USD | $2,800 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | 1 yrs | — |
| Service Network (values differ) | global | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Max TCP Speed, IP Rating (Wrist), Cycle Time (25/305/25), Vibration Damping, Safety Category, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Communication Protocols, ROS-Industrial Support, Cybersecurity Certs, Tool Changer (ISO), Electrical Lines, Spare Parts Lead Time, Expected Service Life
ROI Comparison
Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.
Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | ABB IRB 120 FlexMove | ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version) |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $65,000 | $2,800 |
| Payback period | 15.6 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $185,000 | $247,200 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +285% | +8829% |
Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.
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Frequently asked
Who makes ABB IRB 120 FlexMove and ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)?
ABB IRB 120 FlexMove is made by ABB, based in CH. ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version) is made by Foshan Zekeep Technology Co., Ltd, based in CN.
How much does ABB IRB 120 FlexMove cost compared to ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)?
ABB IRB 120 FlexMove is listed at $65,000. ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version) is listed at $2,800.
How do ABB IRB 120 FlexMove and ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version) compare on the Robo Score?
ABB IRB 120 FlexMove scores 72.8 on the Robo Score. ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version) scores 41.5. The Robo Score is a 0–100 credibility figure blending commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
How does the reach of ABB IRB 120 FlexMove compare to ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)?
ABB IRB 120 FlexMove has a reach of 580 mm. ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version) has a reach of 700 mm.
Are ABB IRB 120 FlexMove and ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version) in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Industrial Arm on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Industrial Arm robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Industrial Arm TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: TCO of a 6-Axis Arm Cell: Hardware, EOAT, Integration, Programming.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between ABB IRB 120 FlexMove and ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version)?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Industrial Arm Vendor Selection: Capability Matrices and Proof Points.
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ABB IRB 120 FlexMove vs ZKBOT-3086 (Servo high-speed version) compares two robots in the industrial-arm category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Score is calculated.