Z-Arm vs GZM
Side-by-side comparison of Z-Arm (GSK CNC Equipment Co., Ltd.) and GZM (Shanghai Guangzhi Automation Equipment Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Z-ArmChina
- GZM—
Verified Deployments
- Z-Arm0 Deployments
- GZM0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Z-Arm$10,000
- GZMContact for quote
Availability Status
- Z-ArmACTIVE
- GZMACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- Z-Arm11 kg
- GZM—
Payload
- Z-Arm1 kg
- GZM—
Reach
- Z-Arm320 mm
- GZM—
Degrees of Freedom
- Z-Arm4
- GZM6
Repeatability
- Z-Arm±0.02 mm
- GZM±0.05 mm
Max TCP Speed
- Z-Arm1 m/s
- GZM—
Controller & Programming
Teach Pendant Type
- Z-Armno pendant (browser UI)
- GZM—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Z-Arm$10,000
- GZMContact for quote
Warranty
- Z-Arm1 yrs
- GZM—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $10,000 | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 11 kg | — |
| Payload (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 1 kg | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 320 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 4 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.02 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | 1 m/s | — |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | no pendant (browser UI) | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $10,000 | Contact for quote |
| Warranty (values differ) | 1 yrs | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Year First Available, Battery / Shift Runtime, Path Accuracy, 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, Controller Model, Programming Languages, 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
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Frequently asked
Who makes Z-Arm and GZM?
Z-Arm is made by GSK CNC Equipment Co., Ltd., based in CN. GZM is made by Shanghai Guangzhi Automation Equipment Co., Ltd..
How do Z-Arm and GZM compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Z-Arm scores 59/100. GZM scores 22/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Z-Arm and GZM 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 Z-Arm and GZM?
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
Z-Arm vs GZM 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 Robolist Product Score is calculated.