AIR12SC1000 vs Sawyer
Side-by-side comparison of AIR12SC1000 (AE Robotics Co., Ltd.) and Sawyer (Rethink Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AIR12SC1000China
- SawyerUnited States
Year First Available
- AIR12SC10002020
- Sawyer2015
Verified Deployments
- AIR12SC10000 Deployments
- Sawyer0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- AIR12SC1000$11,100
- Sawyer$34,900
Availability Status
- AIR12SC1000ACTIVE
- SawyerACTIVE
Cross-Category Comparison
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2020 | 2015 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $11,100 | $34,900 |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
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Frequently asked
Who makes AIR12SC1000 and Sawyer?
AIR12SC1000 is made by AE Robotics Co., Ltd., based in CN. Sawyer is made by Rethink Robotics, based in US.
When were AIR12SC1000 and Sawyer launched?
AIR12SC1000 launched in 2020. Sawyer launched in 2015.
How much does AIR12SC1000 cost compared to Sawyer?
AIR12SC1000 is listed at $11,100. Sawyer is listed at $34,900.
How do AIR12SC1000 and Sawyer compare on the Robolist Product Score?
AIR12SC1000 scores 64/100. Sawyer scores 68/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
How does the reach of AIR12SC1000 compare to Sawyer?
AIR12SC1000 has a reach of 1000 mm. Sawyer has a reach of 1260 mm.
Are AIR12SC1000 and Sawyer comparable?
AIR12SC1000 is categorized as Industrial Arm; Sawyer as Cobot. The Product Score is calculated per category, so the absolute scores reflect their respective category tiers.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Industrial Arm And Cobot robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Industrial Arm And Cobot 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 AIR12SC1000 and Sawyer?
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
AIR12SC1000 vs Sawyer compares two robots in the industrial-arm and cobot categories. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robolist Product Score is calculated.