Cobot 3000 vs SwitchWeld Basic
Side-by-side comparison of Cobot 3000 (Future Robotics Inc.) and SwitchWeld Basic (SwitchWeld) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Cobot 3000—
- SwitchWeld BasicUnited States
Year First Available
- Cobot 30002023
- SwitchWeld Basic2017
Verified Deployments
- Cobot 30000 Deployments
- SwitchWeld Basic0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Cobot 3000$5,000 USD
- SwitchWeld BasicContact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Cobot 30008 hrs
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Availability Status
- Cobot 3000ACTIVE
- SwitchWeld BasicACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Cobot 300010 kg
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Max TCP Speed
- Cobot 30002.5 m/s
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Reach
- Cobot 30001,450 mm
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Degrees of Freedom
- Cobot 30006
- SwitchWeld Basic6
Repeatability
- Cobot 3000±0.1 mm
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Robot Weight
- Cobot 300039 kg
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Mounting Options
- Cobot 3000floor/ceiling/wall
- SwitchWeld Basic—
IP Rating
- Cobot 3000IP54
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Safety
Safety Rating
- Cobot 3000SIL3, Pl-e, Cat.3 safety function
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Force/Torque Sensing
- Cobot 3000none
- SwitchWeld Basic—
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- Cobot 3000Manual / Remote Control / Contact Information
- SwitchWeld Basicteach_pendant, offline_programming
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Cobot 3000$5,000 USD
- SwitchWeld BasicContact for quote
Lead Time
- Cobot 30006 wks
- SwitchWeld Basic—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2023 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $5,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 8 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 10 kg | — |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 2.5 m/s | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,450 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 39 kg | — |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor/ceiling/wall | — |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | SIL3, Pl-e, Cat.3 safety function | — |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | none | — |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | Manual / Remote Control / Contact Information | teach_pendant, offline_programming |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $5,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| 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, 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, 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 | SwitchWeld Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $5,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 1.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $245,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +4900% | — |
SwitchWeld Basic 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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes Cobot 3000 and SwitchWeld Basic?
Cobot 3000 is made by Future Robotics Inc.. SwitchWeld Basic is made by SwitchWeld, based in US.
When were Cobot 3000 and SwitchWeld Basic launched?
Cobot 3000 launched in 2023. SwitchWeld Basic launched in 2017.
How do Cobot 3000 and SwitchWeld Basic compare on the Robo Index?
Cobot 3000 grades A on the Robo Index. SwitchWeld Basic grades A. 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 SwitchWeld Basic?
Cobot 3000 has a reach of 1300 mm. SwitchWeld Basic has a reach of 1000 mm.
Are Cobot 3000 and SwitchWeld Basic 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 SwitchWeld Basic?
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 SwitchWeld Basic 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.