Cobot 3000 vs RB5-850E
Side-by-side comparison of Cobot 3000 (Future Robotics Inc.) and RB5-850E (Rainbow Robotics Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Cobot 3000—
- RB5-850ESouth Korea
Year First Available
- Cobot 30002023
- RB5-850E2011
Verified Deployments
- Cobot 30000 Deployments
- RB5-850E0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Cobot 3000$5,000 USD
- RB5-850E$22,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Cobot 30008 hrs
- RB5-850E—
Availability Status
- Cobot 3000ACTIVE
- RB5-850EACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Cobot 300010 kg
- RB5-850E5 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Cobot 30002.5 m/s
- RB5-850E—
IP Rating
- Cobot 3000IP54
- RB5-850EIP66
Reach
- Cobot 30001,450 mm
- RB5-850E927.7 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Cobot 30006
- RB5-850E6
Repeatability
- Cobot 3000±0.1 mm
- RB5-850E±0.05 mm
Robot Weight
- Cobot 300039 kg
- RB5-850E22 kg
Mounting Options
- Cobot 3000floor/ceiling/wall
- RB5-850E—
Safety
Safety Rating
- Cobot 3000SIL3, Pl-e, Cat.3 safety function
- RB5-850EISO 10218-1, ISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- Cobot 3000none
- RB5-850Enone
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- Cobot 3000—
- RB5-850E1 hrs
Programming Interface
- Cobot 3000Manual / Remote Control / Contact Information
- RB5-850Eno_code_gui
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Cobot 3000—
- RB5-850EM10 12-pin
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Cobot 3000$5,000 USD
- RB5-850E$22,000 USD
Lead Time
- Cobot 30006 wks
- RB5-850E—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | South Korea |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2023 | 2011 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $5,000 USD | $22,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 8 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 10 kg | 5 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 2.5 m/s | — |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | IP54 | IP66 |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,450 mm | 927.7 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 39 kg | 22 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor/ceiling/wall | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | SIL3, Pl-e, Cat.3 safety function | ISO 10218-1, ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | — | 1 hrs |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | Manual / Remote Control / Contact Information | no_code_gui |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | M10 12-pin |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $5,000 USD | $22,000 USD |
| Lead Time (values differ) | 6 wks | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Time to Redeploy, No-Code Capable, Offline Programming, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, ROS Compatible, Fieldbus Protocols, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Warranty
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 | Cobot 3000 | RB5-850E |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $5,000 | $22,000 |
| Payback period | 1.2 mo | 5.3 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $245,000 | $228,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +4900% | +1036% |
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 Cobot 3000 and RB5-850E?
Cobot 3000 is made by Future Robotics Inc.. RB5-850E is made by Rainbow Robotics Co., Ltd., based in KR.
When were Cobot 3000 and RB5-850E launched?
Cobot 3000 launched in 2023. RB5-850E launched in 2011.
How much does Cobot 3000 cost compared to RB5-850E?
Cobot 3000 is listed at $5,000. RB5-850E is listed at $22,000.
How do Cobot 3000 and RB5-850E compare on the Robo Index?
Cobot 3000 grades A on the Robo Index. RB5-850E 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 Cobot 3000 compare to RB5-850E?
Cobot 3000 has a reach of 1300 mm. RB5-850E has a reach of 850 mm.
Are Cobot 3000 and RB5-850E 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 Cobot 3000 and RB5-850E?
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
Cobot 3000 vs RB5-850E 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.