Baxter vs Weyer Collaborative Robot
Side-by-side comparison of Baxter (Rethink Robotics) and Weyer Collaborative Robot (Shanghai Weyer Electric Co. Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- BaxterUnited States
- Weyer Collaborative Robot—
Year First Available
- Baxter2012
- Weyer Collaborative Robot2015
Verified Deployments
- Baxter0 Deployments
- Weyer Collaborative Robot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Baxter$22,000
- Weyer Collaborative Robot$29,000
Availability Status
- BaxterACTIVE
- Weyer Collaborative RobotACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Repeatability
- Baxter±0.2 mm
- Weyer Collaborative Robot—
IP Rating
- BaxterIP50
- Weyer Collaborative Robot—
Reach
- Baxter1,210 mm
- Weyer Collaborative Robot1,000 mm
Payload
- Baxter2.2 kg
- Weyer Collaborative Robot4 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- Baxter7
- Weyer Collaborative Robot7
Max TCP Speed
- Baxter1 m/s
- Weyer Collaborative Robot—
Robot Weight
- Baxter75 kg
- Weyer Collaborative Robot19 kg
Safety
Safety Rating
- BaxterISO 10218-1 Cat 3 PLd
- Weyer Collaborative RobotISO9001, IATF16949, UL, CE
Force/Torque Sensing
- Baxternone
- Weyer Collaborative Robotintegrated wrist ft
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- BaxterNo
- Weyer Collaborative RobotNo
Offline Programming
- BaxterNo
- Weyer Collaborative RobotNo
Programming Interface
- BaxterROS SDK
- Weyer Collaborative RobotIntera
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- BaxterYes
- Weyer Collaborative Robot—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Baxter$22,000
- Weyer Collaborative Robot$29,000
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2012 | 2015 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $22,000 | $29,000 |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Repeatability (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | ±0.2 mm | — |
| IP Rating (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | IP50 | — |
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 1,210 mm | 1,000 mm |
| Payload (values differ) | 2.2 kg | 4 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom | 7 | 7 |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | 1 m/s | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 75 kg | 19 kg |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO 10218-1 Cat 3 PLd | ISO9001, IATF16949, UL, CE |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | none | integrated wrist ft |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable | No | No |
| Offline Programming | No | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | ROS SDK | Intera |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $22,000 | $29,000 |
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, Setup Time, 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, Warranty, Lead Time
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Frequently asked
Who makes Baxter and Weyer Collaborative Robot?
Baxter is made by Rethink Robotics, based in US. Weyer Collaborative Robot is made by Shanghai Weyer Electric Co. Ltd..
When were Baxter and Weyer Collaborative Robot launched?
Baxter launched in 2012. Weyer Collaborative Robot launched in 2015.
How much does Baxter cost compared to Weyer Collaborative Robot?
Baxter is listed at $22,000. Weyer Collaborative Robot is listed at $29,000.
How do Baxter and Weyer Collaborative Robot compare on the Robo Index?
Baxter scores 98/100. Weyer Collaborative Robot scores 77/100. 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 Weyer Collaborative Robot?
Baxter has a reach of 1210 mm. Weyer Collaborative Robot has a reach of 1000 mm.
Are Baxter and Weyer 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 Weyer 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 Weyer 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.