AUBO-i20 vs SwitchWeld Basic
Side-by-side comparison of AUBO-i20 (AUBO Robotics) and SwitchWeld Basic (SwitchWeld) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AUBO-i20China
- SwitchWeld BasicUnited States
Year First Available
- AUBO-i202015
- SwitchWeld Basic2017
Verified Deployments
- AUBO-i200 Deployments
- SwitchWeld Basic0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- AUBO-i20ACTIVE
- SwitchWeld BasicACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- AUBO-i2020 kg
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Max TCP Speed
- AUBO-i202.6 m/s
- SwitchWeld Basic—
IP Rating
- AUBO-i20IP54
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Reach
- AUBO-i201,650 mm
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Degrees of Freedom
- AUBO-i206
- SwitchWeld Basic6
Repeatability
- AUBO-i20±0.1 mm
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Robot Weight
- AUBO-i2063.7 kg
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Mounting Options
- AUBO-i20Any
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Safety
Safety Rating
- AUBO-i20CE
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Force/Torque Sensing
- AUBO-i20software only
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Duty Cycle
- AUBO-i2024 7 continuous
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- AUBO-i20Yes
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Offline Programming
- AUBO-i20Yes
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Programming Interface
- AUBO-i20proprietary_app
- SwitchWeld Basicteach_pendant, offline_programming
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- AUBO-i20iso 9283 compatible
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Wrist Power Supply
- AUBO-i2024V (0.8A), 0V/12V/24V
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- AUBO-i20Python, C++
- SwitchWeld Basic—
ROS Compatible
- AUBO-i20Yes
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Fieldbus Protocols
- AUBO-i20Ethernet, ModBus-RTU/TCP, Profinet (optional)
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Digital Twin Support
- AUBO-i20Yes
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Commercial
Warranty
- AUBO-i203 yrs
- SwitchWeld Basic—
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 20 kg | — |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 2.6 m/s | — |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,650 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 63.7 kg | — |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | Any | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | CE | — |
| 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 | teach_pendant, offline_programming |
| 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 | — |
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 | SwitchWeld Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
AUBO-i20, SwitchWeld Basic 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes AUBO-i20 and SwitchWeld Basic?
AUBO-i20 is made by AUBO Robotics, based in CN. SwitchWeld Basic is made by SwitchWeld, based in US.
When were AUBO-i20 and SwitchWeld Basic launched?
AUBO-i20 launched in 2015. SwitchWeld Basic launched in 2017.
How do AUBO-i20 and SwitchWeld Basic compare on the Robo Index?
AUBO-i20 grades AA on the Robo Index. SwitchWeld Basic 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 SwitchWeld Basic?
AUBO-i20 has a reach of 1650 mm. SwitchWeld Basic has a reach of 1000 mm.
Are AUBO-i20 and SwitchWeld Basic 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 SwitchWeld Basic?
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 SwitchWeld Basic 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.