Explorer vs Motoman GP-Series
Side-by-side comparison of Explorer (OC Robotics) and Motoman GP-Series (Motoman) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ExplorerUnited Kingdom
- Motoman GP-SeriesJapan
Year First Available
- Explorer2009
- Motoman GP-Series—
Verified Deployments
- Explorer0 Deployments
- Motoman GP-Series0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- ExplorerACTIVE
- Motoman GP-SeriesACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Reach
- Explorer2,500 mm
- Motoman GP-Series927 mm
Payload
- Explorer20 kg
- Motoman GP-Series7 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- Explorer—
- Motoman GP-Series6
Robot Weight
- Explorer18.6 kg
- Motoman GP-Series—
Performance
Duty Cycle
- Explorer—
- Motoman GP-Seriescontinuous 24 7
Safety
Dual Check Safety
- Explorer—
- Motoman GP-SeriesYes
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- ExplorerControl and simulation unit
- Motoman GP-SeriesYRC1000
Programming Languages
- Explorer—
- Motoman GP-SeriesINFORM
Teach Pendant Type
- Explorer—
- Motoman GP-Seriessmart pad
Offline Programming
- Explorer—
- Motoman GP-SeriesMotoSim
Connectivity
IoT / Cloud Platform
- Explorer—
- Motoman GP-SeriesYaskawa Cockpit
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Explorer—
- Motoman GP-SeriesISO 9409-1
Internal Cable Routing
- Explorer—
- Motoman GP-Seriesthrough arm and wrist
Commercial
Warranty
- Explorer—
- Motoman GP-Series1 yrs
Service Network
- Explorer—
- Motoman GP-Seriesglobal
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United Kingdom | Japan |
| 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 | ||
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 2,500 mm | 927 mm |
| Payload (values differ) | 20 kg | 7 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 6 |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 18.6 kg | — |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | continuous 24 7 |
| Safety | ||
| Dual Check Safety (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | Control and simulation unit | YRC1000 |
| Programming Languages (values differ) | — | INFORM |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | — | smart pad |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | MotoSim |
| Connectivity | ||
| IoT / Cloud Platform (values differ) | — | Yaskawa Cockpit |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | ISO 9409-1 |
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | — | through arm and wrist |
| Commercial | ||
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 1 yrs |
| Service Network (values differ) | — | global |
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, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, ROS-Industrial Support, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Changer (ISO), Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Price (USD), Spare Parts Lead Time, Expected Service Life
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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 | Motoman GP-Series |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Explorer, Motoman GP-Series 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 Motoman GP-Series?
Explorer is made by OC Robotics, based in GB. Motoman GP-Series is made by Motoman, based in JP.
How do Explorer and Motoman GP-Series compare on the Robo Index?
Explorer grades AA on the Robo Index. Motoman GP-Series 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 Motoman GP-Series?
Explorer has a reach of 2500 mm. Motoman GP-Series has a reach of 927 mm.
Are Explorer and Motoman GP-Series 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 Motoman GP-Series?
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 Motoman GP-Series 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.