AUBO-i20 vs Collaborative Robot Arm
Side-by-side comparison of AUBO-i20 (AUBO Robotics) and Collaborative Robot Arm (Advanced Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AUBO-i20China
- Collaborative Robot Arm—
Year First Available
- AUBO-i202015
- Collaborative Robot Arm2023
Verified Deployments
- AUBO-i200 Deployments
- Collaborative Robot Arm0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- AUBO-i20ACTIVE
- Collaborative Robot ArmACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- AUBO-i2020 kg
- Collaborative Robot Arm3 kg
Robot Weight
- AUBO-i2063.7 kg
- Collaborative Robot Arm13.8 kg
Max TCP Speed
- AUBO-i202.6 m/s
- Collaborative Robot Arm1.5 m/s
Reach
- AUBO-i201,650 mm
- Collaborative Robot Arm705 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- AUBO-i206
- Collaborative Robot Arm6
Repeatability
- AUBO-i20±0.1 mm
- Collaborative Robot Arm±0.03 mm
Mounting Options
- AUBO-i20Any
- Collaborative Robot Armfloor, ceiling, wall, inverted
IP Rating
- AUBO-i20IP54
- Collaborative Robot ArmIP67
Safety
Safety Rating
- AUBO-i20CE
- Collaborative Robot ArmEEN ISO 13849-1, Cat.3, PL d, EN ISO 10218-1, and EU CE marking requirements
Force/Torque Sensing
- AUBO-i20software only
- Collaborative Robot Armintegrated wrist ft
Duty Cycle
- AUBO-i2024 7 continuous
- Collaborative Robot Arm—
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- AUBO-i20—
- Collaborative Robot Arm1 hrs
No-Code Capable
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Collaborative Robot ArmYes
Offline Programming
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Collaborative Robot ArmNo
Programming Interface
- AUBO-i20proprietary_app
- Collaborative Robot ArmDirect teaching control and graphical interface
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- AUBO-i20iso 9283 compatible
- Collaborative Robot Arm—
Wrist Power Supply
- AUBO-i2024V (0.8A), 0V/12V/24V
- Collaborative Robot Arm—
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- AUBO-i20Python, C++
- Collaborative Robot Arm—
ROS Compatible
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Collaborative Robot ArmYes
Fieldbus Protocols
- AUBO-i20Ethernet, ModBus-RTU/TCP, Profinet (optional)
- Collaborative Robot ArmEtherCAT, Profinet
Digital Twin Support
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Collaborative Robot Arm—
Commercial
Warranty
- AUBO-i203 yrs
- Collaborative Robot Arm2 yrs
Lead Time
- AUBO-i20—
- Collaborative Robot Arm4 wks
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | 2023 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 20 kg | 3 kg |
| Robot Weight (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 63.7 kg | 13.8 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 2.6 m/s | 1.5 m/s |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,650 mm | 705 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | ±0.03 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | Any | floor, ceiling, wall, inverted |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP54 | IP67 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | CE | EEN ISO 13849-1, Cat.3, PL d, EN ISO 10218-1, and EU CE marking requirements |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | software only | integrated wrist ft |
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | 24 7 continuous | — |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | — | 1 hrs |
| No-Code Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | Yes | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | proprietary_app | Direct teaching control and graphical interface |
| 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 | Yes | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | Ethernet, ModBus-RTU/TCP, Profinet (optional) | EtherCAT, Profinet |
| Digital Twin Support (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Warranty (values differ) | 3 yrs | 2 yrs |
| Lead Time (values differ) | — | 4 wks |
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, Time to Redeploy, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, MTBF, Path Accuracy, Price (USD), CaaS / Month
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 | Collaborative Robot Arm |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
AUBO-i20, Collaborative Robot Arm 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 Collaborative Robot Arm?
AUBO-i20 is made by AUBO Robotics, based in CN. Collaborative Robot Arm is made by Advanced Robotics.
When were AUBO-i20 and Collaborative Robot Arm launched?
AUBO-i20 launched in 2015. Collaborative Robot Arm launched in 2023.
How do AUBO-i20 and Collaborative Robot Arm compare on the Robo Index?
AUBO-i20 grades AA on the Robo Index. Collaborative Robot Arm grades A. 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 Collaborative Robot Arm?
AUBO-i20 has a reach of 1650 mm. Collaborative Robot Arm has a reach of 1300 mm.
Are AUBO-i20 and Collaborative Robot Arm 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 Collaborative Robot Arm?
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 Collaborative Robot Arm 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.