AUBO-i20 vs Nova 2
Side-by-side comparison of AUBO-i20 (AUBO Robotics) and Nova 2 (Dobot) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AUBO-i20China
- Nova 2China
Year First Available
- AUBO-i202015
- Nova 22017
Verified Deployments
- AUBO-i200 Deployments
- Nova 20 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- AUBO-i20Contact for quote
- Nova 2$8,850–$15,349 USD
Availability Status
- AUBO-i20ACTIVE
- Nova 2ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Repeatability
- AUBO-i20±0.1 mm
- Nova 2±0.05 mm
IP Rating
- AUBO-i20IP54
- Nova 2IP54
Reach
- AUBO-i201,650 mm
- Nova 2625 mm
Payload
- AUBO-i2020 kg
- Nova 22 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- AUBO-i206
- Nova 26
Max TCP Speed
- AUBO-i202.6 m/s
- Nova 21.6 m/s
Robot Weight
- AUBO-i2063.7 kg
- Nova 211 kg
Mounting Options
- AUBO-i20Any
- Nova 2任意角度
Safety
Safety Rating
- AUBO-i20CE
- Nova 2intelligent sensors with adjustable protection levels
Force/Torque Sensing
- AUBO-i20software only
- Nova 2none
Duty Cycle
- AUBO-i2024 7 continuous
- Nova 2—
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Nova 2Yes
Offline Programming
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Nova 2No
Programming Interface
- AUBO-i20proprietary_app
- Nova 2graphical user interface
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- AUBO-i20iso 9283 compatible
- Nova 2—
Wrist Power Supply
- AUBO-i2024V (0.8A), 0V/12V/24V
- Nova 2—
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- AUBO-i20Python, C++
- Nova 2—
ROS Compatible
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Nova 2—
Fieldbus Protocols
- AUBO-i20Ethernet, ModBus-RTU/TCP, Profinet (optional)
- Nova 2Modbus TCP
Digital Twin Support
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Nova 2—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- AUBO-i20Contact for quote
- Nova 2$8,850–$15,349 USD
Warranty
- AUBO-i203 yrs
- Nova 2—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $8,850–$15,349 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Repeatability (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| IP Rating (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) | IP54 | IP54 |
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 1,650 mm | 625 mm |
| Payload (values differ) | 20 kg | 2 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | 2.6 m/s | 1.6 m/s |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 63.7 kg | 11 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | Any | 任意角度 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | CE | intelligent sensors with adjustable protection levels |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | software only | none |
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | 24 7 continuous | — |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | Yes | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | proprietary_app | graphical user 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 (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | Ethernet, ModBus-RTU/TCP, Profinet (optional) | Modbus TCP |
| Digital Twin Support (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $8,850–$15,349 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | 3 yrs | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: 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, 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 | Nova 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $12,100 |
| Payback period | — | 2.9 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $237,901 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +1966% |
AUBO-i20 has 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes AUBO-i20 and Nova 2?
AUBO-i20 is made by AUBO Robotics, based in CN. Nova 2 is made by Dobot, based in CN.
When were AUBO-i20 and Nova 2 launched?
AUBO-i20 launched in 2015. Nova 2 launched in 2017.
How do AUBO-i20 and Nova 2 compare on the Robo Index?
AUBO-i20 grades AA on the Robo Index. Nova 2 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 Nova 2?
AUBO-i20 has a reach of 1650 mm. Nova 2 has a reach of 625 mm.
Are AUBO-i20 and Nova 2 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 Nova 2?
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 Nova 2 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.