AUBO-i20 vs Stäubli 4-axis Cobot
Side-by-side comparison of AUBO-i20 (AUBO Robotics) and Stäubli 4-axis Cobot (Stäubli International AG — Robotics Division) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AUBO-i20China
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotSwitzerland
Year First Available
- AUBO-i202015
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot2022
Verified Deployments
- AUBO-i200 Deployments
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- AUBO-i20ACTIVE
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- AUBO-i2063.7 kg
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot29 kg
Max TCP Speed
- AUBO-i202.6 m/s
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot1.2 m/s
Payload
- AUBO-i2020 kg
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot8.4 kg
Reach
- AUBO-i201,650 mm
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot1,300 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- AUBO-i206
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot4
Repeatability
- AUBO-i20±0.1 mm
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot±0.01 mm
Mounting Options
- AUBO-i20Any
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobotfloor, tabletop
IP Rating
- AUBO-i20IP54
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotIP54
Safety
Safety Rating
- AUBO-i20CE
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotISO 10218-1 Cat 3 PLd
Force/Torque Sensing
- AUBO-i20software only
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobotnone
Duty Cycle
- AUBO-i2024 7 continuous
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot—
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- AUBO-i20—
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot1 hrs
No-Code Capable
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotYes
Offline Programming
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotYes
Programming Interface
- AUBO-i20proprietary_app
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotVAL Blocks, uniVAL PLC, uniVAL pi, uniVAL drive
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- AUBO-i20iso 9283 compatible
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot—
Wrist Power Supply
- AUBO-i2024V (0.8A), 0V/12V/24V
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot—
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- AUBO-i20Python, C++
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot—
ROS Compatible
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotYes
Fieldbus Protocols
- AUBO-i20Ethernet, ModBus-RTU/TCP, Profinet (optional)
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotEtherCAT, Modbus TCP
Digital Twin Support
- AUBO-i20Yes
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot—
Commercial
Warranty
- AUBO-i203 yrs
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot2 yrs
Lead Time
- AUBO-i20—
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot4 wks
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | Switzerland |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 63.7 kg | 29 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 2.6 m/s | 1.2 m/s |
| Payload (values differ) | 20 kg | 8.4 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,650 mm | 1,300 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | 4 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | ±0.01 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | Any | floor, tabletop |
| IP Rating | IP54 | IP54 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | CE | ISO 10218-1 Cat 3 PLd |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | software only | none |
| 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 | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | proprietary_app | VAL Blocks, uniVAL PLC, uniVAL pi, uniVAL drive |
| 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, Modbus TCP |
| 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 | Stäubli 4-axis Cobot |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
AUBO-i20, Stäubli 4-axis Cobot 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 Stäubli 4-axis Cobot?
AUBO-i20 is made by AUBO Robotics, based in CN. Stäubli 4-axis Cobot is made by Stäubli International AG — Robotics Division, based in CH.
When were AUBO-i20 and Stäubli 4-axis Cobot launched?
AUBO-i20 launched in 2015. Stäubli 4-axis Cobot launched in 2022.
How do AUBO-i20 and Stäubli 4-axis Cobot compare on the Robo Index?
AUBO-i20 grades AA on the Robo Index. Stäubli 4-axis Cobot grades AA. 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 Stäubli 4-axis Cobot?
AUBO-i20 has a reach of 1650 mm. Stäubli 4-axis Cobot has a reach of 1300 mm.
Are AUBO-i20 and Stäubli 4-axis Cobot 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 Stäubli 4-axis Cobot?
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 Stäubli 4-axis Cobot 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.