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ABB IRB-4600 vs RightPick

Side-by-side comparison of ABB IRB-4600 (ABB) and RightPick (RightHand Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.

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Layer 1: Identity & Trust

Manufacturer Country

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600Switzerland
  • RightPick
    RightPickUnited States

Year First Available

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-46002015
  • RightPick
    RightPick2017

Verified Deployments

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-46000 Deployments
  • RightPick
    RightPick0 Deployments

Layer 2: Operational

Availability Status

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600ACTIVE
  • RightPick
    RightPickACTIVE

Arm Mechanics

Payload

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-460060 kg
  • RightPick
    RightPick

IP Rating (Arm)

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600IP67
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Reach

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-46002,550 mm
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Degrees of Freedom

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-46006
  • RightPick
    RightPick6

Repeatability

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600±0.05 mm
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Path Accuracy

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600±0.5 mm
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Robot Weight

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600235 kg
  • RightPick
    RightPick

IP Rating (Wrist)

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600IP67
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Performance

Cycle Time (25/305/25)

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-46000.4 s
  • RightPick
    RightPick

MTBF

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600100,000 hrs
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Duty Cycle

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600continuous 24 7
  • RightPick
    RightPickcontinuous 24 7

Vibration Damping

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600active model based
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Safety

Safety Category

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600Cat.3 PLd
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Dual Check Safety

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600Yes
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Safety I/O Pairs

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-46008
  • RightPick
    RightPick

E-Stop Response

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-460010 ms
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Safe Zone Count

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-46003
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Controller & Programming

Controller Model

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600OmniCore
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Programming Languages

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600TP, KAREL
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Teach Pendant Type

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600smart pad
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Offline Programming

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600ROBOGUIDE
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Digital Twin Support

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600Yes
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Connectivity

ROS-Industrial Support

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600vendor supported
  • RightPick
    RightPick

IoT / Cloud Platform

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600FANUC ZDT
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Cybersecurity Certs

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600IEC 62443 SL1
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Predictive Maintenance

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600threshold based
  • RightPick
    RightPickml based

End-Effector

Tool Flange Standard

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600ISO 9409-1
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Tool Changer (ISO)

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600ATI
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Internal Cable Routing

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600through arm and wrist
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Pneumatic Lines

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-46002
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Electrical Lines

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-460012
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Commercial

Warranty

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-46001 yrs
  • RightPick
    RightPick1 yrs

Service Network

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600global
  • RightPick
    RightPickregional

Spare Parts Lead Time

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-460014 days
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Expected Service Life

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-460010 yrs
  • RightPick
    RightPick

Insufficient data for full comparison

The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, Max TCP Speed, Communication Protocols, Price (USD)

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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

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Payback period
Net savings (5 yr)
ROI (5 yr)

ABB IRB-4600, RightPick have no listed price, so payback can't be computed. Contact the manufacturer for a quote.

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.

Trade-offs at a glance

Frequently asked

Who makes ABB IRB-4600 and RightPick?

ABB IRB-4600 is made by ABB, based in CH. RightPick is made by RightHand Robotics, based in US.

When were ABB IRB-4600 and RightPick launched?

ABB IRB-4600 launched in 2015. RightPick launched in 2017.

How do ABB IRB-4600 and RightPick compare on the Robo Index?

ABB IRB-4600 grades AA on the Robo Index. RightPick grades B. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.

Are ABB IRB-4600 and RightPick 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-4600 and RightPick?

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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About this comparison

ABB IRB-4600 vs RightPick 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 Index is calculated.