Explorer vs Terabot-S
Side-by-side comparison of Explorer (OC Robotics) and Terabot-S (Oceaneering Space Systems) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ExplorerUnited Kingdom
- Terabot-S—
Year First Available
- Explorer2009
- Terabot-S2011
Verified Deployments
- Explorer0 Deployments
- Terabot-S0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- ExplorerACTIVE
- Terabot-SACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Explorer20 kg
- Terabot-S9.1 kg
Reach
- Explorer2,500 mm
- Terabot-S1,016 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Explorer—
- Terabot-S5
Robot Weight
- Explorer18.6 kg
- Terabot-S10 kg
Performance
Duty Cycle
- Explorer—
- Terabot-Scontinuous 24 7
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- ExplorerControl and simulation unit
- Terabot-SSubNav OS
Teach Pendant Type
- Explorer—
- Terabot-Swired touch
Digital Twin Support
- Explorer—
- Terabot-SNo
Connectivity
ROS-Industrial Support
- Explorer—
- Terabot-Snone
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Explorer—
- Terabot-Sproprietary
Tool Changer (ISO)
- Explorer—
- Terabot-Sproprietary
Internal Cable Routing
- Explorer—
- Terabot-Sthrough arm and wrist
Commercial
Service Network
- Explorer—
- Terabot-Sregional
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United Kingdom | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2009 | 2011 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 20 kg | 9.1 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,500 mm | 1,016 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 5 |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 18.6 kg | 10 kg |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | continuous 24 7 |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | Control and simulation unit | SubNav OS |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | — | wired touch |
| Digital Twin Support (values differ) | — | No |
| Connectivity | ||
| ROS-Industrial Support (values differ) | — | none |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | proprietary |
| Tool Changer (ISO) (values differ) | — | proprietary |
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | — | through arm and wrist |
| 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, Programming Languages, Offline Programming, 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 | Terabot-S |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Explorer, Terabot-S 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 Terabot-S?
Explorer is made by OC Robotics, based in GB. Terabot-S is made by Oceaneering Space Systems.
When were Explorer and Terabot-S launched?
Explorer launched in 2009. Terabot-S launched in 2011.
How do Explorer and Terabot-S compare on the Robo Index?
Explorer grades AA on the Robo Index. Terabot-S 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 Terabot-S?
Explorer has a reach of 2500 mm. Terabot-S has a reach of 1050 mm.
Are Explorer and Terabot-S 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 Terabot-S?
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 Terabot-S 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.