robolink DP 5-axis arm vs Indy7
Side-by-side comparison of robolink DP 5-axis arm (igus) and Indy7 (Neuromeka Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- robolink DP 5-axis armGermany
- Indy7South Korea
Year First Available
- robolink DP 5-axis arm2019
- Indy72013
Verified Deployments
- robolink DP 5-axis arm0 Deployments
- Indy70 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- robolink DP 5-axis arm$5,500
- Indy7$23,400
Availability Status
- robolink DP 5-axis armACTIVE
- Indy7ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- robolink DP 5-axis arm2 kg
- Indy77 kg
Max TCP Speed
- robolink DP 5-axis arm0.1 m/s
- Indy71 m/s
IP Rating
- robolink DP 5-axis armIP44
- Indy7—
Reach
- robolink DP 5-axis arm790 mm
- Indy7800 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- robolink DP 5-axis arm5
- Indy77
Repeatability
- robolink DP 5-axis arm±1 mm
- Indy7±0.05 mm
Robot Weight
- robolink DP 5-axis arm22.4 kg
- Indy728 kg
Safety
Force/Torque Sensing
- robolink DP 5-axis armnone
- Indy7Yes
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- robolink DP 5-axis armNo
- Indy7—
Offline Programming
- robolink DP 5-axis armNo
- Indy7—
Programming Interface
- robolink DP 5-axis armigus Robot Control software
- Indy7teach_pendant, no_code_gui
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- robolink DP 5-axis armYes
- Indy7—
Fieldbus Protocols
- robolink DP 5-axis armModbus, TCP/IP
- Indy7EtherCAT, EtherNet, USB, CAN
Commercial
Price (USD)
- robolink DP 5-axis arm$5,500
- Indy7$23,400
Lead Time
- robolink DP 5-axis arm3 wks
- Indy7—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | South Korea |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2019 | 2013 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $5,500 | $23,400 |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 2 kg | 7 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 0.1 m/s | 1 m/s |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | IP44 | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 790 mm | 800 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 5 | 7 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±1 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 22.4 kg | 28 kg |
| Safety | ||
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | none | Yes |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | No | — |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | No | — |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | igus Robot Control software | teach_pendant, no_code_gui |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | Modbus, TCP/IP | EtherCAT, EtherNet, USB, CAN |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $5,500 | $23,400 |
| Lead Time (values differ) | 3 wks | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Mounting Options, Safety Rating, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Warranty
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Frequently asked
Who makes robolink DP 5-axis arm and Indy7?
robolink DP 5-axis arm is made by igus, based in DE. Indy7 is made by Neuromeka Co., Ltd., based in KR.
When were robolink DP 5-axis arm and Indy7 launched?
robolink DP 5-axis arm launched in 2019. Indy7 launched in 2013.
How much does robolink DP 5-axis arm cost compared to Indy7?
robolink DP 5-axis arm is listed at $5,500. Indy7 is listed at $23,400.
How do robolink DP 5-axis arm and Indy7 compare on the Robolist Product Score?
robolink DP 5-axis arm scores 69/100. Indy7 scores 36/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
How does the reach of robolink DP 5-axis arm compare to Indy7?
robolink DP 5-axis arm has a reach of 790 mm. Indy7 has a reach of 1300 mm.
Are robolink DP 5-axis arm and Indy7 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 robolink DP 5-axis arm and Indy7?
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
robolink DP 5-axis arm vs Indy7 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 Product Score is calculated.