Baxter vs Robot Model C
Side-by-side comparison of Baxter (Rethink Robotics) and Robot Model C (Advanced Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- BaxterUnited States
- Robot Model C—
Year First Available
- Baxter2012
- Robot Model C2021
Verified Deployments
- Baxter0 Deployments
- Robot Model C0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Baxter$22,000
- Robot Model C$15,000
Availability Status
- BaxterACTIVE
- Robot Model CACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Reach
- Baxter1,210 mm
- Robot Model C2,400 mm
Repeatability
- Baxter±0.2 mm
- Robot Model C±0.02 mm
Payload
- Baxter2.2 kg
- Robot Model C10 kg
IP Rating
- BaxterIP50
- Robot Model CIP65
Degrees of Freedom
- Baxter7
- Robot Model C6
Max TCP Speed
- Baxter1 m/s
- Robot Model C1 m/s
Robot Weight
- Baxter75 kg
- Robot Model C—
Safety
Safety Rating
- BaxterISO 10218-1 Cat 3 PLd
- Robot Model CISO 10218: 2011
Force/Torque Sensing
- Baxternone
- Robot Model Cnone
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- Baxter—
- Robot Model C3 hrs
No-Code Capable
- BaxterNo
- Robot Model C—
Offline Programming
- BaxterNo
- Robot Model C—
Programming Interface
- BaxterROS SDK
- Robot Model Cdrag_and_drop
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- BaxterYes
- Robot Model CYes
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Baxter$22,000
- Robot Model C$15,000
Warranty
- Baxter—
- Robot Model C3 yrs
Lead Time
- Baxter—
- Robot Model C2 wks
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2012 | 2021 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $22,000 | $15,000 |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Reach (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 1,210 mm | 2,400 mm |
| Repeatability (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | ±0.2 mm | ±0.02 mm |
| Payload (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 2.2 kg | 10 kg |
| IP Rating (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | IP50 | IP65 |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 7 | 6 |
| Max TCP Speed | 1 m/s | 1 m/s |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 75 kg | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO 10218-1 Cat 3 PLd | ISO 10218: 2011 |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | — | 3 hrs |
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | No | — |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | No | — |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | ROS SDK | drag_and_drop |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $22,000 | $15,000 |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 3 yrs |
| Lead Time (values differ) | — | 2 wks |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Mounting Options, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Time to Redeploy, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Fieldbus Protocols, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month
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Frequently asked
Who makes Baxter and Robot Model C?
Baxter is made by Rethink Robotics, based in US. Robot Model C is made by Advanced Robotics.
When were Baxter and Robot Model C launched?
Baxter launched in 2012. Robot Model C launched in 2021.
How much does Baxter cost compared to Robot Model C?
Baxter is listed at $22,000. Robot Model C is listed at $15,000.
How do Baxter and Robot Model C compare on the Robo Index?
Baxter scores 98/100. Robot Model C scores 52/100. 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 Robot Model C?
Baxter has a reach of 1210 mm. Robot Model C has a reach of 1000 mm.
Are Baxter and Robot Model C 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 Robot Model C?
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 Robot Model C 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.