Baxter vs Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot
Side-by-side comparison of Baxter (Rethink Robotics) and Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot (Dongguan Rongan Electromechanical Equipment Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- BaxterUnited States
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative RobotChina
Year First Available
- Baxter2012
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot—
Verified Deployments
- Baxter0 Deployments
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Baxter$22,000
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot$55,000
Availability Status
- BaxterACTIVE
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative RobotACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Reach
- Baxter1,210 mm
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot1,155 mm
Repeatability
- Baxter±0.2 mm
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot±0.03 mm
Payload
- Baxter2.2 kg
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot16 kg
IP Rating
- BaxterIP50
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative RobotIP67
Degrees of Freedom
- Baxter7
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot6
Max TCP Speed
- Baxter1 m/s
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot—
Robot Weight
- Baxter75 kg
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot53.4 kg
Mounting Options
- Baxter—
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robotfloor, wall
Safety
Safety Rating
- BaxterISO 10218-1 Cat 3 PLd
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative RobotISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001
Force/Torque Sensing
- Baxternone
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robotsoftware only
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- BaxterNo
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative RobotYes
Offline Programming
- BaxterNo
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot—
Programming Interface
- BaxterROS SDK
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robotdrag_and_drop, code_ros, teach_pendant
End-Effector
Integrated F/T Sensor
- Baxter—
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative RobotYes
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- BaxterYes
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative RobotYes
Fieldbus Protocols
- Baxter—
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative RobotEtherCAT, CANopen, Modbus, RS485
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Baxter$22,000
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot$55,000
Warranty
- Baxter—
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot2 yrs
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2012 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $22,000 | $55,000 |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Reach (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 1,210 mm | 1,155 mm |
| Repeatability (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | ±0.2 mm | ±0.03 mm |
| Payload (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 2.2 kg | 16 kg |
| IP Rating (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | IP50 | IP67 |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 7 | 6 |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | 1 m/s | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 75 kg | 53.4 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | — | floor, wall |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO 10218-1 Cat 3 PLd | ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | none | software only |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | No | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | No | — |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | ROS SDK | drag_and_drop, code_ros, teach_pendant |
| End-Effector | ||
| Integrated F/T Sensor (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | EtherCAT, CANopen, Modbus, RS485 |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $22,000 | $55,000 |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 2 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, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Lead Time
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Frequently asked
Who makes Baxter and Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot?
Baxter is made by Rethink Robotics, based in US. Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot is made by Dongguan Rongan Electromechanical Equipment Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How much does Baxter cost compared to Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot?
Baxter is listed at $22,000. Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot is listed at $55,000.
How do Baxter and Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot compare on the Robo Index?
Baxter scores 98/100. Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot scores 86/100. The Robo Index blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
How does the reach of Baxter compare to Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot?
Baxter has a reach of 1210 mm. Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot has a reach of 1155 mm.
Are Baxter and Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot 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 Baxter and Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot?
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 Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot 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.