AUBO-i20 vs Cobot KW1020X-1800
Side-by-side comparison of AUBO-i20 (AUBO Robotics) and Cobot KW1020X-1800 (Shandong Kewei Robot Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AUBO-i20China
- Cobot KW1020X-1800China
Year First Available
- AUBO-i202015
- Cobot KW1020X-1800—
Verified Deployments
- AUBO-i200 Deployments
- Cobot KW1020X-18000 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- AUBO-i20ACTIVE
- Cobot KW1020X-1800ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- AUBO-i2063.7 kg
- Cobot KW1020X-1800—
Max TCP Speed
- AUBO-i202.6 m/s
- Cobot KW1020X-1800—
Payload
- AUBO-i2020 kg
- Cobot KW1020X-180020 kg
Reach
- AUBO-i201,650 mm
- Cobot KW1020X-18001,800 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- AUBO-i206
- Cobot KW1020X-18006
Repeatability
- AUBO-i20±0.1 mm
- Cobot KW1020X-1800—
Mounting Options
- AUBO-i20Any
- Cobot KW1020X-1800—
IP Rating
- AUBO-i20IP54
- Cobot KW1020X-1800—
Safety
Safety Rating
- AUBO-i20CE
- Cobot KW1020X-1800—
Force/Torque Sensing
- AUBO-i20software only
- Cobot KW1020X-1800Yes
Duty Cycle
- AUBO-i2024 7 continuous
- Cobot KW1020X-1800—
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Cobot KW1020X-1800—
Offline Programming
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Cobot KW1020X-1800—
Programming Interface
- AUBO-i20proprietary_app
- Cobot KW1020X-1800—
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- AUBO-i20iso 9283 compatible
- Cobot KW1020X-1800—
Wrist Power Supply
- AUBO-i2024V (0.8A), 0V/12V/24V
- Cobot KW1020X-1800—
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- AUBO-i20Python, C++
- Cobot KW1020X-1800—
ROS Compatible
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Cobot KW1020X-1800—
Fieldbus Protocols
- AUBO-i20Ethernet, ModBus-RTU/TCP, Profinet (optional)
- Cobot KW1020X-1800—
Digital Twin Support
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Cobot KW1020X-1800—
Commercial
Warranty
- AUBO-i203 yrs
- Cobot KW1020X-1800—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 63.7 kg | — |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 2.6 m/s | — |
| Payload (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) | 20 kg | 20 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,650 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | — |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | Any | — |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | CE | — |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | software only | Yes |
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | 24 7 continuous | — |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | proprietary_app | — |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | iso 9283 compatible | — |
| Wrist Power Supply (values differ) | 24V (0.8A), 0V/12V/24V | — |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | Python, C++ | — |
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | Ethernet, ModBus-RTU/TCP, Profinet (optional) | — |
| Digital Twin Support (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Warranty (values differ) | 3 yrs | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, MTBF, Path Accuracy, Price (USD), CaaS / Month, Lead Time
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 | AUBO-i20 | Cobot KW1020X-1800 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
AUBO-i20, Cobot KW1020X-1800 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 AUBO-i20 and Cobot KW1020X-1800?
AUBO-i20 is made by AUBO Robotics, based in CN. Cobot KW1020X-1800 is made by Shandong Kewei Robot Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How do AUBO-i20 and Cobot KW1020X-1800 compare on the Robo Index?
AUBO-i20 grades AA on the Robo Index. Cobot KW1020X-1800 grades BB. 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.
How does the reach of AUBO-i20 compare to Cobot KW1020X-1800?
AUBO-i20 has a reach of 1650 mm. Cobot KW1020X-1800 has a reach of 1800 mm.
Are AUBO-i20 and Cobot KW1020X-1800 in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Cobot on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Cobot robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Cobot TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Cobot TCO and Payback Math: Hardware, EOAT, and Zero-Fencing Savings.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between AUBO-i20 and Cobot KW1020X-1800?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Cobot Vendor Red Flags: Questions That Filter Out the Marketing.
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About this comparison
AUBO-i20 vs Cobot KW1020X-1800 compares two robots in the cobot 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.