CGXi-G3C vs PR2 robot
Side-by-side comparison of CGXi-G3C (CGXI) and PR2 robot (Willow Garage) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- CGXi-G3CChina
- PR2 robotUnited States
Year First Available
- CGXi-G3C—
- PR2 robot2013
Verified Deployments
- CGXi-G3C0 Deployments
- PR2 robot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- CGXi-G3C$6,400
- PR2 robot$285,000
Availability Status
- CGXi-G3CACTIVE
- PR2 robotACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- CGXi-G3C3 kg
- PR2 robot1.8 kg
Robot Weight
- CGXi-G3C—
- PR2 robot200 kg
Reach
- CGXi-G3C620 mm
- PR2 robot1,645 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- CGXi-G3C6
- PR2 robot7
Repeatability
- CGXi-G3C±0.03 mm
- PR2 robot—
Safety
Safety Rating
- CGXi-G3CCE, CR, EMC, IATF16949, NRTL, PCEC, ATEX Explosion proof certification
- PR2 robot—
Force/Torque Sensing
- CGXi-G3Cnone
- PR2 robotYes
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- CGXi-G3C—
- PR2 robotRobot Operating System (ROS)
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- CGXi-G3C—
- PR2 robotYes
Fieldbus Protocols
- CGXi-G3CEtherCAT
- PR2 robot—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- CGXi-G3C$6,400
- PR2 robot$285,000
Warranty
- CGXi-G3C1 yrs
- PR2 robot—
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2013 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $6,400 | $285,000 |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 3 kg | 1.8 kg |
| Robot Weight (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 200 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 620 mm | 1,645 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | 7 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.03 mm | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | CE, CR, EMC, IATF16949, NRTL, PCEC, ATEX Explosion proof certification | — |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | none | Yes |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | — | Robot Operating System (ROS) |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | EtherCAT | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $6,400 | $285,000 |
| 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, Max TCP Speed, Mounting Options, IP Rating, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, No-Code Capable, Offline Programming, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Lead Time
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Frequently asked
Who makes CGXi-G3C and PR2 robot?
CGXi-G3C is made by CGXI, based in CN. PR2 robot is made by Willow Garage, based in US.
How much does CGXi-G3C cost compared to PR2 robot?
CGXi-G3C is listed at $6,400. PR2 robot is listed at $285,000.
How do CGXi-G3C and PR2 robot compare on the Robolist Product Score?
CGXi-G3C scores 22/100. PR2 robot scores 46/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are CGXi-G3C and PR2 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 CGXi-G3C and PR2 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
CGXi-G3C vs PR2 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 Robolist Product Score is calculated.