AJ28 vs Paloma
Side-by-side comparison of AJ28 (Elco Automation) and Paloma (Demaurex) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Year First Available
- AJ282026
- Paloma2014
Verified Deployments
- AJ280 Deployments
- Paloma0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- AJ28Contact for quote
- Paloma$15,200 USD
Availability Status
- AJ28ACTIVE
- PalomaACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- AJ28—
- Paloma3 kg
Robot Weight
- AJ28—
- Paloma8.5 kg
IP Rating (Arm)
- AJ28IP50
- PalomaIP54
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- AJ28—
- PalomaGemini 4.0
End-Effector
Internal Cable Routing
- AJ28external only
- Paloma—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- AJ28Contact for quote
- Paloma$15,200 USD
Service Network
- AJ28—
- Palomaregional
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2026 | 2014 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $15,200 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | — | 3 kg |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 8.5 kg |
| IP Rating (Arm) (values differ) | IP50 | IP54 |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | — | Gemini 4.0 |
| End-Effector | ||
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | external only | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $15,200 USD |
| Service Network (values differ) | — | regional |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Manufacturer Country, Battery / Shift Runtime, Reach, Degrees of Freedom, Repeatability, Path Accuracy, Max TCP Speed, IP Rating (Wrist), Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Duty Cycle, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Programming Languages, Teach Pendant Type, Offline Programming, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, ROS-Industrial Support, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer (ISO), Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Warranty, Spare Parts Lead Time, Expected Service Life
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Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes AJ28 and Paloma?
AJ28 is made by Elco Automation. Paloma is made by Demaurex.
When were AJ28 and Paloma launched?
AJ28 launched in 2026. Paloma launched in 2014.
How do AJ28 and Paloma compare on the Robo Index?
AJ28 grades BBB on the Robo Index. Paloma grades AA. 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 AJ28 and Paloma 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 AJ28 and Paloma?
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
AJ28 vs Paloma 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.