普罗宇宙大白机器人 vs Explorer
Side-by-side comparison of 普罗宇宙大白机器人 (PL-Universe) and Explorer (OC Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- 普罗宇宙大白机器人China
- ExplorerUnited Kingdom
Year First Available
- 普罗宇宙大白机器人—
- Explorer2009
Verified Deployments
- 普罗宇宙大白机器人0 Deployments
- Explorer0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- 普罗宇宙大白机器人$360,000 USD
- ExplorerContact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- 普罗宇宙大白机器人8 hrs
- Explorer—
Availability Status
- 普罗宇宙大白机器人ACTIVE
- ExplorerACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Reach
- 普罗宇宙大白机器人—
- Explorer2,500 mm
Payload
- 普罗宇宙大白机器人—
- Explorer20 kg
Robot Weight
- 普罗宇宙大白机器人—
- Explorer18.6 kg
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- 普罗宇宙大白机器人—
- ExplorerControl and simulation unit
Commercial
Price (USD)
- 普罗宇宙大白机器人$360,000 USD
- ExplorerContact for quote
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|---|---|---|
| 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) | $360,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 8 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | — | 2,500 mm |
| Payload (values differ) | — | 20 kg |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 18.6 kg |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | — | Control and simulation unit |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $360,000 USD | Contact for quote |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Degrees of Freedom, Repeatability, Path Accuracy, Max TCP Speed, IP Rating (Arm), IP Rating (Wrist), 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, Warranty, 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 | 普罗宇宙大白机器人 | Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $360,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 86.4 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | -$110,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | -31% | — |
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 普罗宇宙大白机器人 and Explorer?
普罗宇宙大白机器人 is made by PL-Universe, based in CN. Explorer is made by OC Robotics, based in GB.
How do 普罗宇宙大白机器人 and Explorer compare on the Robo Index?
普罗宇宙大白机器人 grades A 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 普罗宇宙大白机器人 compare to Explorer?
普罗宇宙大白机器人 has a reach of 910 mm. Explorer has a reach of 2500 mm.
Are 普罗宇宙大白机器人 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 普罗宇宙大白机器人 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.
Going deeper — picking the right robot
TCO of a 6-Axis Arm Cell: Hardware, EOAT, Integration, Programming
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Programming Approaches: Teach Pendant, Offline, AI-Assisted — What Each Costs You
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About this comparison
普罗宇宙大白机器人 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.