Explorer vs Lackierroboter GA 25
Side-by-side comparison of Explorer (OC Robotics) and Lackierroboter GA 25 (Krautzberger) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Optimized for Home & Household buyers. Priority specs lifted to the top and marked with a target.
Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ExplorerUnited Kingdom

- Lackierroboter GA 25Germany

Year First Available
- Explorer2009

- Lackierroboter GA 25—

Verified Deployments
- Explorer0 Deployments

- Lackierroboter GA 250 Deployments

Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- ExplorerACTIVE

- Lackierroboter GA 25ACTIVE

Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- Explorer18.6 kg

- Lackierroboter GA 25550 kg

Payload
- Explorer20 kg

- Lackierroboter GA 256 kg

Reach
- Explorer2,500 mm

- Lackierroboter GA 252,465 mm

Degrees of Freedom
- Explorer—

- Lackierroboter GA 256

Performance
Duty Cycle
- Explorer—

- Lackierroboter GA 25continuous 24 7

Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- ExplorerControl and simulation unit

- Lackierroboter GA 25—

Programming Languages
- Explorer—

- Lackierroboter GA 25proprietary

Connectivity
ROS-Industrial Support
- Explorer—

- Lackierroboter GA 25none

End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Explorer—

- Lackierroboter GA 25other

Tool Changer (ISO)
- Explorer—

- Lackierroboter GA 25none

Internal Cable Routing
- Explorer—

- Lackierroboter GA 25external only

Commercial
Service Network
- Explorer—

- Lackierroboter GA 25regional

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| 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 | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 18.6 kg | 550 kg |
| Payload (values differ) | 20 kg | 6 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,500 mm | 2,465 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 6 |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | continuous 24 7 |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | Control and simulation unit | — |
| Programming Languages (values differ) | — | proprietary |
| Connectivity | ||
| ROS-Industrial Support (values differ) | — | none |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | other |
| Tool Changer (ISO) (values differ) | — | none |
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | — | external only |
| Commercial | ||
| Service Network (values differ) | — | regional |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, Repeatability, 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, Teach Pendant Type, Offline Programming, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Price (USD), 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 | Lackierroboter GA 25 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Explorer, Lackierroboter GA 25 have 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 Lackierroboter GA 25?
Explorer is made by OC Robotics, based in GB. Lackierroboter GA 25 is made by Krautzberger, based in DE.
How do Explorer and Lackierroboter GA 25 compare on the Robo Index?
Explorer grades AA on the Robo Index. Lackierroboter GA 25 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 Explorer compare to Lackierroboter GA 25?
Explorer has a reach of 2500 mm. Lackierroboter GA 25 has a reach of 2465 mm.
Are Explorer and Lackierroboter GA 25 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 Lackierroboter GA 25?
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 Lackierroboter GA 25 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.