AUBO-i20 vs EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5
Side-by-side comparison of AUBO-i20 (AUBO Robotics) and EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 (EVST (formerly EVS Robotics)) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AUBO-i20China
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5China
Year First Available
- AUBO-i202015
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S52018
Verified Deployments
- AUBO-i200 Deployments
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S50 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- AUBO-i20ACTIVE
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Repeatability
- AUBO-i20±0.1 mm
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5±0.03 mm
IP Rating
- AUBO-i20IP54
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5IP54
Reach
- AUBO-i201,650 mm
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5917 mm
Payload
- AUBO-i2020 kg
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S56 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- AUBO-i206
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5—
Max TCP Speed
- AUBO-i202.6 m/s
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5—
Robot Weight
- AUBO-i2063.7 kg
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S522 kg
Mounting Options
- AUBO-i20Any
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5any angle
Safety
Safety Rating
- AUBO-i20CE
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5ISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- AUBO-i20software only
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5none
Duty Cycle
- AUBO-i2024 7 continuous
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5—
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- AUBO-i20Yes
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5—
Offline Programming
- AUBO-i20Yes
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5—
Programming Interface
- AUBO-i20proprietary_app
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5self-developed teach pendant
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- AUBO-i20iso 9283 compatible
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5—
Wrist Power Supply
- AUBO-i2024V (0.8A), 0V/12V/24V
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5—
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- AUBO-i20Python, C++
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5—
ROS Compatible
- AUBO-i20Yes
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5—
Fieldbus Protocols
- AUBO-i20Ethernet, ModBus-RTU/TCP, Profinet (optional)
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5EtherCAT
Digital Twin Support
- AUBO-i20Yes
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5—
Commercial
Warranty
- AUBO-i203 yrs
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | 2018 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Repeatability (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | ±0.03 mm |
| IP Rating (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) | IP54 | IP54 |
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 1,650 mm | 917 mm |
| Payload (values differ) | 20 kg | 6 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | 2.6 m/s | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 63.7 kg | 22 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | Any | any angle |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | CE | ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | software only | none |
| 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 | self-developed teach pendant |
| 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) | EtherCAT |
| 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 | EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
AUBO-i20, EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 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 EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5?
AUBO-i20 is made by AUBO Robotics, based in CN. EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 is made by EVST (formerly EVS Robotics), based in CN.
When were AUBO-i20 and EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 launched?
AUBO-i20 launched in 2015. EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 launched in 2018.
How do AUBO-i20 and EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 compare on the Robo Index?
AUBO-i20 grades AA on the Robo Index. EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 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.
Are AUBO-i20 and EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 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 EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5?
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 EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 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.