Explorer vs RM75-6F
Side-by-side comparison of Explorer (OC Robotics) and RM75-6F (RealMan Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ExplorerUnited Kingdom
- RM75-6FChina
Year First Available
- Explorer2009
- RM75-6F—
Verified Deployments
- Explorer0 Deployments
- RM75-6F0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- ExplorerContact for quote
- RM75-6F$22,090–$27,776 USD
Availability Status
- ExplorerACTIVE
- RM75-6FACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Explorer20 kg
- RM75-6F5 kg
Robot Weight
- Explorer18.6 kg
- RM75-6F7.9 kg
Reach
- Explorer2,500 mm
- RM75-6F638.5 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Explorer—
- RM75-6F7
Repeatability
- Explorer—
- RM75-6F±0.05 mm
IP Rating (Arm)
- Explorer—
- RM75-6FIP54
Performance
Duty Cycle
- Explorer—
- RM75-6Fcontinuous 24 7
Safety
Dual Check Safety
- Explorer—
- RM75-6FYes
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- ExplorerControl and simulation unit
- RM75-6Fintegrated
Programming Languages
- Explorer—
- RM75-6FPython, C++ (via ROS)
Teach Pendant Type
- Explorer—
- RM75-6Fwired touch
Offline Programming
- Explorer—
- RM75-6FMoveIt, Gazebo, RoboDK
Digital Twin Support
- Explorer—
- RM75-6FYes
Connectivity
ROS-Industrial Support
- Explorer—
- RM75-6Fvendor supported
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Explorer—
- RM75-6FISO 9409-1
Tool Changer (ISO)
- Explorer—
- RM75-6Fother
Internal Cable Routing
- Explorer—
- RM75-6Fthrough arm
Commercial
Price (USD)
- ExplorerContact for quote
- RM75-6F$22,090–$27,776 USD
Service Network
- Explorer—
- RM75-6Fsparse
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United Kingdom | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2009 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $22,090–$27,776 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 20 kg | 5 kg |
| Robot Weight (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 18.6 kg | 7.9 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,500 mm | 638.5 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 7 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.05 mm |
| IP Rating (Arm) (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| 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 | integrated |
| Programming Languages (values differ) | — | Python, C++ (via ROS) |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | — | wired touch |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | MoveIt, Gazebo, RoboDK |
| Digital Twin Support (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| ROS-Industrial Support (values differ) | — | vendor supported |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | ISO 9409-1 |
| Tool Changer (ISO) (values differ) | — | other |
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | — | through arm |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $22,090–$27,776 USD |
| Service Network (values differ) | — | sparse |
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 (Wrist), Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Communication Protocols, IoT / Cloud Platform, 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 | RM75-6F |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $24,933 |
| Payback period | — | 6.0 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $225,067 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +903% |
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 RM75-6F?
Explorer is made by OC Robotics, based in GB. RM75-6F is made by RealMan Robotics, based in CN.
How do Explorer and RM75-6F compare on the Robo Index?
Explorer grades AA on the Robo Index. RM75-6F 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 RM75-6F?
Explorer has a reach of 2500 mm. RM75-6F has a reach of 638.5 mm.
Are Explorer and RM75-6F 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 RM75-6F?
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 RM75-6F 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.