Explorer vs OmniHand 2025
Side-by-side comparison of Explorer (OC Robotics) and OmniHand 2025 (Agibot Innovation (Shanghai) Technology Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ExplorerUnited Kingdom
- OmniHand 2025China
Year First Available
- Explorer2009
- OmniHand 20252025
Verified Deployments
- Explorer0 Deployments
- OmniHand 20250 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- ExplorerContact for quote
- OmniHand 2025$4,420–$4,724 USD
Availability Status
- ExplorerACTIVE
- OmniHand 2025ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Repeatability
- Explorer—
- OmniHand 2025±0.5 mm
Reach
- Explorer2,500 mm
- OmniHand 2025180 mm
Payload
- Explorer20 kg
- OmniHand 20252 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- Explorer—
- OmniHand 202519
Robot Weight
- Explorer18.6 kg
- OmniHand 20250.5 kg
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- ExplorerControl and simulation unit
- OmniHand 2025—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- ExplorerContact for quote
- OmniHand 2025$4,420–$4,724 USD
Warranty
- Explorer—
- OmniHand 20251 yrs
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United Kingdom | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2009 | 2025 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $4,420–$4,724 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Repeatability (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | — | ±0.5 mm |
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 2,500 mm | 180 mm |
| Payload (values differ) | 20 kg | 2 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 19 |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 18.6 kg | 0.5 kg |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | Control and simulation unit | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $4,420–$4,724 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 1 yrs |
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, Duty Cycle, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Programming Languages, Teach Pendant Type, Offline Programming, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, ROS-Industrial Support, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer (ISO), Internal Cable Routing, Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Service Network, 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 | OmniHand 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $4,572 |
| Payback period | — | 1.1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $245,428 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +5368% |
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 OmniHand 2025?
Explorer is made by OC Robotics, based in GB. OmniHand 2025 is made by Agibot Innovation (Shanghai) Technology Co., Ltd., based in CN.
When were Explorer and OmniHand 2025 launched?
Explorer launched in 2009. OmniHand 2025 launched in 2025.
How do Explorer and OmniHand 2025 compare on the Robo Index?
Explorer grades AA on the Robo Index. OmniHand 2025 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 OmniHand 2025?
Explorer has a reach of 2500 mm. OmniHand 2025 has a reach of 180 mm.
Are Explorer and OmniHand 2025 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 OmniHand 2025?
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 OmniHand 2025 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.