AUBO-i20 vs Smart Tending Machine
Side-by-side comparison of AUBO-i20 (AUBO Robotics) and Smart Tending Machine (Niryo) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AUBO-i20China
- Smart Tending MachineFrance
Year First Available
- AUBO-i202015
- Smart Tending Machine2026
Verified Deployments
- AUBO-i200 Deployments
- Smart Tending Machine0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- AUBO-i20ACTIVE
- Smart Tending MachineACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- AUBO-i2020 kg
- Smart Tending Machine—
Reach
- AUBO-i201,650 mm
- Smart Tending Machine—
Degrees of Freedom
- AUBO-i206
- Smart Tending Machine6
Repeatability
- AUBO-i20±0.1 mm
- Smart Tending Machine—
Max TCP Speed
- AUBO-i202.6 m/s
- Smart Tending Machine—
Robot Weight
- AUBO-i2063.7 kg
- Smart Tending Machine—
Mounting Options
- AUBO-i20Any
- Smart Tending Machine—
IP Rating
- AUBO-i20IP54
- Smart Tending Machine—
Safety
Safety Rating
- AUBO-i20CE
- Smart Tending MachineCE, ISO 10218-2
Force/Torque Sensing
- AUBO-i20software only
- Smart Tending Machine—
Duty Cycle
- AUBO-i2024 7 continuous
- Smart Tending Machine—
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Smart Tending Machine—
Offline Programming
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Smart Tending Machine—
Programming Interface
- AUBO-i20proprietary_app
- Smart Tending Machinedrag_and_drop, code_python, proprietary_app
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- AUBO-i20iso 9283 compatible
- Smart Tending Machine—
Wrist Power Supply
- AUBO-i2024V (0.8A), 0V/12V/24V
- Smart Tending Machine—
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- AUBO-i20Python, C++
- Smart Tending Machine—
ROS Compatible
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Smart Tending Machine—
Fieldbus Protocols
- AUBO-i20Ethernet, ModBus-RTU/TCP, Profinet (optional)
- Smart Tending Machine—
Digital Twin Support
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Smart Tending Machine—
Commercial
Warranty
- AUBO-i203 yrs
- Smart Tending Machine1 yrs
Lead Time
- AUBO-i20—
- Smart Tending Machine2 wks
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | France |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | 2026 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 20 kg | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,650 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | — |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | 2.6 m/s | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 63.7 kg | — |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | Any | — |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | CE | CE, ISO 10218-2 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | software only | — |
| 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 | drag_and_drop, code_python, 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 | 1 yrs |
| Lead Time (values differ) | — | 2 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, Setup Time, 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 | Smart Tending Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
AUBO-i20, Smart Tending Machine 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 Smart Tending Machine?
AUBO-i20 is made by AUBO Robotics, based in CN. Smart Tending Machine is made by Niryo, based in FR.
When were AUBO-i20 and Smart Tending Machine launched?
AUBO-i20 launched in 2015. Smart Tending Machine launched in 2026.
How do AUBO-i20 and Smart Tending Machine compare on the Robo Index?
AUBO-i20 grades AA on the Robo Index. Smart Tending Machine grades BBB. 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 Smart Tending Machine 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 Smart Tending Machine?
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 Smart Tending Machine 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.