Explorer vs KR 700 PA
Side-by-side comparison of Explorer (OC Robotics) and KR 700 PA (KUKA Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ExplorerUnited Kingdom
- KR 700 PAGermany
Year First Available
- Explorer2009
- KR 700 PA—
Verified Deployments
- Explorer0 Deployments
- KR 700 PA0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- ExplorerContact for quote
- KR 700 PA$49,500 USD
Availability Status
- ExplorerACTIVE
- KR 700 PAACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Repeatability
- Explorer—
- KR 700 PA±0.08 mm
Reach
- Explorer2,500 mm
- KR 700 PA3,320 mm
Payload
- Explorer20 kg
- KR 700 PA700 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- Explorer—
- KR 700 PA4
Robot Weight
- Explorer18.6 kg
- KR 700 PA2,850 kg
Performance
Duty Cycle
- Explorer—
- KR 700 PAcontinuous 24 7
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- ExplorerControl and simulation unit
- KR 700 PAKR C2
Programming Languages
- Explorer—
- KR 700 PAKRL
Teach Pendant Type
- Explorer—
- KR 700 PAwired button
Offline Programming
- Explorer—
- KR 700 PARoboDK
Digital Twin Support
- Explorer—
- KR 700 PAYes
Connectivity
ROS-Industrial Support
- Explorer—
- KR 700 PAvendor supported
IoT / Cloud Platform
- Explorer—
- KR 700 PAKUKA Connect
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Explorer—
- KR 700 PAISO 9409-1
Tool Changer (ISO)
- Explorer—
- KR 700 PAnone
Internal Cable Routing
- Explorer—
- KR 700 PAthrough arm and wrist
Commercial
Price (USD)
- ExplorerContact for quote
- KR 700 PA$49,500 USD
Service Network
- Explorer—
- KR 700 PAglobal
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2009 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $49,500 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Repeatability (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | — | ±0.08 mm |
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 2,500 mm | 3,320 mm |
| Payload (values differ) | 20 kg | 700 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 4 |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 18.6 kg | 2,850 kg |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | continuous 24 7 |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | Control and simulation unit | KR C2 |
| Programming Languages (values differ) | — | KRL |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | — | wired button |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | RoboDK |
| Digital Twin Support (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| ROS-Industrial Support (values differ) | — | vendor supported |
| IoT / Cloud Platform (values differ) | — | KUKA Connect |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | ISO 9409-1 |
| Tool Changer (ISO) (values differ) | — | none |
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | — | through arm and wrist |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $49,500 USD |
| Service Network (values differ) | — | global |
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, IP Rating (Arm), IP Rating (Wrist), Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Communication Protocols, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Warranty, 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 | Explorer | KR 700 PA |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $49,500 |
| Payback period | — | 11.9 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $200,500 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +405% |
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 Explorer and KR 700 PA?
Explorer is made by OC Robotics, based in GB. KR 700 PA is made by KUKA Robotics, based in DE.
How do Explorer and KR 700 PA compare on the Robo Index?
Explorer grades AA on the Robo Index. KR 700 PA 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 Explorer compare to KR 700 PA?
Explorer has a reach of 2500 mm. KR 700 PA has a reach of 3320 mm.
Are Explorer and KR 700 PA 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 Explorer and KR 700 PA?
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
Explorer vs KR 700 PA 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.