Bronte 1820A vs Explorer
Side-by-side comparison of Bronte 1820A (Guangzhou Yuechen Mechanical and Electrical Equipment Co., Ltd.) and Explorer (OC Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Bronte 1820AChina
- ExplorerUnited Kingdom
Year First Available
- Bronte 1820A—
- Explorer2009
Verified Deployments
- Bronte 1820A0 Deployments
- Explorer0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Bronte 1820A$3,700 USD
- ExplorerContact for quote
Availability Status
- Bronte 1820AACTIVE
- ExplorerACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- Bronte 1820A230 kg
- Explorer18.6 kg
Payload
- Bronte 1820A20 kg
- Explorer20 kg
Reach
- Bronte 1820A1,850 mm
- Explorer2,500 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Bronte 1820A6
- Explorer—
Repeatability
- Bronte 1820A±0.05 mm
- Explorer—
IP Rating (Arm)
- Bronte 1820AIP40
- Explorer—
IP Rating (Wrist)
- Bronte 1820AIP54
- Explorer—
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- Bronte 1820AHuacheng control system
- ExplorerControl and simulation unit
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Bronte 1820A$3,700 USD
- ExplorerContact for quote
Warranty
- Bronte 1820A1 yrs
- Explorer—
Bronte 1820Aindustrial-armGuangzhou Yuechen Mechanical and Electrical Equipment Co., Ltd. BBRobo Index | | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | United Kingdom |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2009 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $3,700 USD | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 230 kg | 18.6 kg |
| Payload | 20 kg | 20 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,850 mm | 2,500 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.05 mm | — |
| IP Rating (Arm) (values differ) | IP40 | — |
| IP Rating (Wrist) (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | Huacheng control system | Control and simulation unit |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $3,700 USD | Contact for quote |
| Warranty (values differ) | 1 yrs | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Path Accuracy, Max TCP Speed, Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Duty Cycle, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Programming Languages, Teach Pendant Type, Offline Programming, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, ROS-Industrial Support, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer (ISO), Internal Cable Routing, Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Service Network, Spare Parts Lead Time, Expected Service Life
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 | Bronte 1820A | Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $3,700 | No price |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $246,300 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +6657% | — |
Explorer has 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 Bronte 1820A and Explorer?
Bronte 1820A is made by Guangzhou Yuechen Mechanical and Electrical Equipment Co., Ltd., based in CN. Explorer is made by OC Robotics, based in GB.
How do Bronte 1820A and Explorer compare on the Robo Index?
Bronte 1820A grades BB on the Robo Index. Explorer grades AA. 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 Bronte 1820A compare to Explorer?
Bronte 1820A has a reach of 1850 mm. Explorer has a reach of 2500 mm.
Are Bronte 1820A and Explorer in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Industrial Arm on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Industrial Arm robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Industrial Arm TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: TCO of a 6-Axis Arm Cell: Hardware, EOAT, Integration, Programming.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Bronte 1820A and Explorer?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Industrial Arm Vendor Selection: Capability Matrices and Proof Points.
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About this comparison
Bronte 1820A vs Explorer compares two robots in the industrial-arm 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.