GEN72-B vs KR 50 R2100 CR lite
Side-by-side comparison of GEN72-B (RealMan Robotics) and KR 50 R2100 CR lite (KUKA Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- GEN72-BChina
- KR 50 R2100 CR liteGermany
Year First Available
- GEN72-B2024
- KR 50 R2100 CR lite—
Verified Deployments
- GEN72-B0 Deployments
- KR 50 R2100 CR lite0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- GEN72-BACTIVE
- KR 50 R2100 CR liteACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- GEN72-B2 kg
- KR 50 R2100 CR lite50 kg
Reach
- GEN72-B600 mm
- KR 50 R2100 CR lite2,101 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- GEN72-B—
- KR 50 R2100 CR lite6
Repeatability
- GEN72-B±1 mm
- KR 50 R2100 CR lite±0.05 mm
Max TCP Speed
- GEN72-B1.9 m/s
- KR 50 R2100 CR lite—
Robot Weight
- GEN72-B6.6 kg
- KR 50 R2100 CR lite533 kg
IP Rating (Arm)
- GEN72-BIP54
- KR 50 R2100 CR liteIP65
Performance
MTBF
- GEN72-B30,000 hrs
- KR 50 R2100 CR lite—
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- GEN72-B統合型
- KR 50 R2100 CR liteKR C5; KR C4
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | Germany |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2024 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 2 kg | 50 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 600 mm | 2,101 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±1 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | 1.9 m/s | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 6.6 kg | 533 kg |
| IP Rating (Arm) (values differ) | IP54 | IP65 |
| Performance | ||
| MTBF (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 30,000 hrs | — |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | 統合型 | KR C5; KR C4 |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, Path Accuracy, IP Rating (Wrist), Cycle Time (25/305/25), 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, Price (USD), Warranty, 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 | GEN72-B | KR 50 R2100 CR lite |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
GEN72-B, KR 50 R2100 CR lite 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 GEN72-B and KR 50 R2100 CR lite?
GEN72-B is made by RealMan Robotics, based in CN. KR 50 R2100 CR lite is made by KUKA Robotics, based in DE.
How do GEN72-B and KR 50 R2100 CR lite compare on the Robo Score?
GEN72-B scores 72.2 on the Robo Score. KR 50 R2100 CR lite scores 63.2. The Robo Score is a 0–100 credibility figure blending commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are GEN72-B and KR 50 R2100 CR lite 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 GEN72-B and KR 50 R2100 CR lite?
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
GEN72-B vs KR 50 R2100 CR lite 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 Score is calculated.