FlexLink RC12 vs YuMi
Side-by-side comparison of FlexLink RC12 (FlexLink Systems Inc.) and YuMi (ABB) — specs, pricing, Robolist Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- FlexLink RC12Sweden
- YuMiSwitzerland
Year First Available
- FlexLink RC122024
- YuMi2011
Verified Deployments
- FlexLink RC120 Deployments
- YuMi0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- FlexLink RC12Contact for quote
- YuMi$40,000–$51,000
Availability Status
- FlexLink RC12ACTIVE
- YuMiACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- FlexLink RC12360 kg
- YuMi38 kg
Max TCP Speed
- FlexLink RC128 m/s
- YuMi1.5 m/s
Payload
- FlexLink RC1210 kg
- YuMi0.5 kg
Reach
- FlexLink RC12—
- YuMi560 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- FlexLink RC12—
- YuMi14
Repeatability
- FlexLink RC12—
- YuMi±0.02 mm
Mounting Options
- FlexLink RC12floor
- YuMifloor
IP Rating
- FlexLink RC12—
- YuMiIP30
Safety
Safety Rating
- FlexLink RC12ISO/TS 15066
- YuMiCat2 PLc
Force/Torque Sensing
- FlexLink RC12none
- YuMinone
TCP Speed (Collaborative)
- FlexLink RC12—
- YuMi1.5 m/s
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- FlexLink RC12Yes
- YuMiYes
Offline Programming
- FlexLink RC12No
- YuMiNo
Programming Interface
- FlexLink RC12Robot Config drag-and-drop
- YuMiLead-Through Programming
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- FlexLink RC12—
- YuMiiso 9283 compatible
Integrated F/T Sensor
- FlexLink RC12—
- YuMiYes
Wrist Power Supply
- FlexLink RC12—
- YuMi24V; 1A
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- FlexLink RC12—
- YuMiEthernet, Fieldbus
Digital Twin Support
- FlexLink RC12—
- YuMiYes
Commercial
Price (USD)
- FlexLink RC12Contact for quote
- YuMi$40,000–$51,000
CaaS / Month
- FlexLink RC12—
- YuMi$1,000
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Sweden | Switzerland |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2024 | 2011 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $40,000–$51,000 |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 360 kg | 38 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 8 m/s | 1.5 m/s |
| Payload (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 10 kg | 0.5 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | — | 560 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 14 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.02 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor | floor |
| IP Rating (values differ) | — | IP30 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | Cat2 PLc |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| TCP Speed (Collaborative) (values differ) | — | 1.5 m/s |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Offline Programming | No | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | Robot Config drag-and-drop | Lead-Through Programming |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | iso 9283 compatible |
| Integrated F/T Sensor (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Wrist Power Supply (values differ) | — | 24V; 1A |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | Ethernet, Fieldbus |
| Digital Twin Support (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $40,000–$51,000 |
| CaaS / Month (values differ) | — | $1,000 |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Tool Changer Support, SDK Languages, ROS Compatible, MTBF, Path Accuracy, Warranty, Lead Time
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Frequently asked
Who makes FlexLink RC12 and YuMi?
FlexLink RC12 is made by FlexLink Systems Inc., based in SE. YuMi is made by ABB, based in CH.
When were FlexLink RC12 and YuMi launched?
FlexLink RC12 launched in 2024. YuMi launched in 2011.
How do FlexLink RC12 and YuMi compare on the Robolist Index?
FlexLink RC12 scores 64/100. YuMi scores 100/100. The Robolist Index blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are FlexLink RC12 and YuMi in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Cobot on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Cobot robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Cobot TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Cobot TCO and Payback Math: Hardware, EOAT, and Zero-Fencing Savings.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between FlexLink RC12 and YuMi?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Cobot Vendor Red Flags: Questions That Filter Out the Marketing.
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About this comparison
FlexLink RC12 vs YuMi compares two robots in the cobot category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robolist Index is calculated.