Baxter vs R:Falcon
Side-by-side comparison of Baxter (Rethink Robotics) and R:Falcon (Robop Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- BaxterUnited States
- R:Falcon—
Year First Available
- Baxter2012
- R:Falcon2025
Verified Deployments
- Baxter0 Deployments
- R:Falcon0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Baxter$22,000
- R:Falcon$755
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Baxter—
- R:Falcon504 hrs
Availability Status
- BaxterACTIVE
- R:FalconACTIVE
Cross-Category Comparison
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2012 | 2025 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $22,000 | $755 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | — | 504 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
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Frequently asked
Who makes Baxter and R:Falcon?
Baxter is made by Rethink Robotics, based in US. R:Falcon is made by Robop Ltd..
When were Baxter and R:Falcon launched?
Baxter launched in 2012. R:Falcon launched in 2025.
How much does Baxter cost compared to R:Falcon?
Baxter is listed at $22,000. R:Falcon is listed at $755.
How do Baxter and R:Falcon compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Baxter scores 68/100. R:Falcon scores 69/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
How does the reach of Baxter compare to R:Falcon?
Baxter has a reach of 1210 mm. R:Falcon has a reach of 1000 mm.
Are Baxter and R:Falcon comparable?
Baxter is categorized as Cobot; R:Falcon as Security. The Product Score is calculated per category, so the absolute scores reflect their respective category tiers.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Cobot And Security robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Cobot And Security 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 Baxter and R:Falcon?
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
Baxter vs R:Falcon compares two robots in the cobot and security categories. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robolist Product Score is calculated.