ABB IRB-4600 vs Smart Packing Machine
Side-by-side comparison of ABB IRB-4600 (ABB) and Smart Packing Machine (Niryo) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ABB IRB-4600Switzerland
- Smart Packing MachineFrance
Year First Available
- ABB IRB-46002015
- Smart Packing Machine2026
Verified Deployments
- ABB IRB-46000 Deployments
- Smart Packing Machine0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- ABB IRB-4600ACTIVE
- Smart Packing MachineACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- ABB IRB-460060 kg
- Smart Packing Machine—
Reach
- ABB IRB-46002,550 mm
- Smart Packing Machine—
Degrees of Freedom
- ABB IRB-46006
- Smart Packing Machine6
Repeatability
- ABB IRB-4600±0.05 mm
- Smart Packing Machine—
Path Accuracy
- ABB IRB-4600±0.5 mm
- Smart Packing Machine—
Robot Weight
- ABB IRB-4600235 kg
- Smart Packing Machine—
IP Rating (Arm)
- ABB IRB-4600IP67
- Smart Packing Machine—
IP Rating (Wrist)
- ABB IRB-4600IP67
- Smart Packing Machine—
Performance
Cycle Time (25/305/25)
- ABB IRB-46000.4 s
- Smart Packing Machine—
MTBF
- ABB IRB-4600100,000 hrs
- Smart Packing Machine—
Duty Cycle
- ABB IRB-4600continuous 24 7
- Smart Packing Machine—
Vibration Damping
- ABB IRB-4600active model based
- Smart Packing Machine—
Safety
Safety Category
- ABB IRB-4600Cat.3 PLd
- Smart Packing Machine—
Dual Check Safety
- ABB IRB-4600Yes
- Smart Packing Machine—
Safety I/O Pairs
- ABB IRB-46008
- Smart Packing Machine—
E-Stop Response
- ABB IRB-460010 ms
- Smart Packing Machine—
Safe Zone Count
- ABB IRB-46003
- Smart Packing Machine—
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- ABB IRB-4600OmniCore
- Smart Packing Machine—
Programming Languages
- ABB IRB-4600TP, KAREL
- Smart Packing Machine—
Teach Pendant Type
- ABB IRB-4600smart pad
- Smart Packing Machine—
Offline Programming
- ABB IRB-4600ROBOGUIDE
- Smart Packing Machine—
Digital Twin Support
- ABB IRB-4600Yes
- Smart Packing Machine—
Connectivity
ROS-Industrial Support
- ABB IRB-4600vendor supported
- Smart Packing Machine—
IoT / Cloud Platform
- ABB IRB-4600FANUC ZDT
- Smart Packing Machine—
Cybersecurity Certs
- ABB IRB-4600IEC 62443 SL1
- Smart Packing Machine—
Predictive Maintenance
- ABB IRB-4600threshold based
- Smart Packing Machine—
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- ABB IRB-4600ISO 9409-1
- Smart Packing Machine—
Tool Changer (ISO)
- ABB IRB-4600ATI
- Smart Packing Machine—
Internal Cable Routing
- ABB IRB-4600through arm and wrist
- Smart Packing Machine—
Pneumatic Lines
- ABB IRB-46002
- Smart Packing Machine—
Electrical Lines
- ABB IRB-460012
- Smart Packing Machine—
Commercial
Warranty
- ABB IRB-46001 yrs
- Smart Packing Machine1 yrs
Service Network
- ABB IRB-4600global
- Smart Packing Machine—
Spare Parts Lead Time
- ABB IRB-460014 days
- Smart Packing Machine—
Expected Service Life
- ABB IRB-460010 yrs
- Smart Packing Machine—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Switzerland | France |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | 2026 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 60 kg | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,550 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.05 mm | — |
| Path Accuracy (values differ) | ±0.5 mm | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 235 kg | — |
| IP Rating (Arm) (values differ) | IP67 | — |
| IP Rating (Wrist) (values differ) | IP67 | — |
| Performance | ||
| Cycle Time (25/305/25) (values differ) | 0.4 s | — |
| MTBF (values differ) | 100,000 hrs | — |
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | continuous 24 7 | — |
| Vibration Damping (values differ) | active model based | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Category (values differ) | Cat.3 PLd | — |
| Dual Check Safety (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Safety I/O Pairs (values differ) | 8 | — |
| E-Stop Response (values differ) | 10 ms | — |
| Safe Zone Count (values differ) | 3 | — |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | OmniCore | — |
| Programming Languages (values differ) | TP, KAREL | — |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | smart pad | — |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | ROBOGUIDE | — |
| Digital Twin Support (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| ROS-Industrial Support (values differ) | vendor supported | — |
| IoT / Cloud Platform (values differ) | FANUC ZDT | — |
| Cybersecurity Certs (values differ) | IEC 62443 SL1 | — |
| Predictive Maintenance (values differ) | threshold based | — |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | ISO 9409-1 | — |
| Tool Changer (ISO) (values differ) | ATI | — |
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | through arm and wrist | — |
| Pneumatic Lines (values differ) | 2 | — |
| Electrical Lines (values differ) | 12 | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Warranty | 1 yrs | 1 yrs |
| Service Network (values differ) | global | — |
| Spare Parts Lead Time (values differ) | 14 days | — |
| Expected Service Life (values differ) | 10 yrs | — |
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)
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-4600 | Smart Packing Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
ABB IRB-4600, Smart Packing Machine 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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes ABB IRB-4600 and Smart Packing Machine?
ABB IRB-4600 is made by ABB, based in CH. Smart Packing Machine is made by Niryo, based in FR.
When were ABB IRB-4600 and Smart Packing Machine launched?
ABB IRB-4600 launched in 2015. Smart Packing Machine launched in 2026.
How do ABB IRB-4600 and Smart Packing Machine compare on the Robo Index?
ABB IRB-4600 grades AA on the Robo Index. Smart Packing Machine grades BBB. 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 Smart Packing Machine 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 Smart Packing Machine?
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 Smart Packing Machine 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.