robolink DP 5-axis arm vs Sawyer
Side-by-side comparison of robolink DP 5-axis arm (igus) and Sawyer (Rethink Robotics) — 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
- SawyerUnited States
Year First Available
- robolink DP 5-axis arm2019
- Sawyer2015
Verified Deployments
- robolink DP 5-axis arm0 Deployments
- Sawyer0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- robolink DP 5-axis arm$5,500
- Sawyer$34,900
Availability Status
- robolink DP 5-axis armACTIVE
- SawyerACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- robolink DP 5-axis arm22.4 kg
- Sawyer19 kg
Max TCP Speed
- robolink DP 5-axis arm0.1 m/s
- Sawyer1.5 m/s
Payload
- robolink DP 5-axis arm2 kg
- Sawyer4 kg
Reach
- robolink DP 5-axis arm790 mm
- Sawyer1,260 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- robolink DP 5-axis arm5
- Sawyer7
Repeatability
- robolink DP 5-axis arm±1 mm
- Sawyer±0.01 mm
Mounting Options
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Sawyerfloor, ceiling, wall
IP Rating
- robolink DP 5-axis armIP44
- SawyerIP54
Safety
Safety Rating
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- SawyerCat3 PLd
Force/Torque Sensing
- robolink DP 5-axis armnone
- Sawyerjoint level all
TCP Speed (Collaborative)
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Sawyer0.5 m/s
Power/Force Limiting
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Sawyer150 N
Safety I/O Pairs
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Sawyer2
Duty Cycle
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Sawyer24 7 continuous
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Sawyer2 hrs
Time to Redeploy
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Sawyer10 min
No-Code Capable
- robolink DP 5-axis armNo
- SawyerYes
Offline Programming
- robolink DP 5-axis armNo
- SawyerYes
Programming Interface
- robolink DP 5-axis armigus Robot Control software
- Sawyerteach_pendant, drag_and_drop, code_python, code_ros
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Sawyeriso 9283 compatible
Tool Changer Support
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Sawyerautomatic
Integrated F/T Sensor
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- SawyerYes
Wrist Power Supply
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Sawyer24V DC + 6 bar pneumatic
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- SawyerPython, C++, FANUC KAREL, .NET
ROS Compatible
- robolink DP 5-axis armYes
- SawyerYes
Fieldbus Protocols
- robolink DP 5-axis armModbus, TCP/IP
- SawyerModbus TCP, TCP/IP
Digital Twin Support
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- SawyerYes
Reliability
MTBF
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Sawyer90,000 hrs
Path Accuracy
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Sawyer±0.02 mm
Commercial
Price (USD)
- robolink DP 5-axis arm$5,500
- Sawyer$34,900
Warranty
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- Sawyer3 yrs
Lead Time
- robolink DP 5-axis arm3 wks
- Sawyer6 wks
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2019 | 2015 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $5,500 | $34,900 |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 22.4 kg | 19 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 0.1 m/s | 1.5 m/s |
| Payload (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 2 kg | 4 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 790 mm | 1,260 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 5 | 7 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±1 mm | ±0.01 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | — | floor, ceiling, wall |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP44 | IP54 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | — | Cat3 PLd |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | none | joint level all |
| TCP Speed (Collaborative) (values differ) | — | 0.5 m/s |
| Power/Force Limiting (values differ) | — | 150 N |
| Safety I/O Pairs (values differ) | — | 2 |
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | 24 7 continuous |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | — | 2 hrs |
| Time to Redeploy (values differ) | — | 10 min |
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | No | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | No | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | igus Robot Control software | teach_pendant, drag_and_drop, code_python, code_ros |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | iso 9283 compatible |
| Tool Changer Support (values differ) | — | automatic |
| Integrated F/T Sensor (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Wrist Power Supply (values differ) | — | 24V DC + 6 bar pneumatic |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | — | Python, C++, FANUC KAREL, .NET |
| ROS Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | Modbus, TCP/IP | Modbus TCP, TCP/IP |
| Digital Twin Support (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Reliability | ||
| MTBF (values differ) | — | 90,000 hrs |
| Path Accuracy (values differ) | — | ±0.02 mm |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $5,500 | $34,900 |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 3 yrs |
| Lead Time (values differ) | 3 wks | 6 wks |
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Frequently asked
Who makes robolink DP 5-axis arm and Sawyer?
robolink DP 5-axis arm is made by igus, based in DE. Sawyer is made by Rethink Robotics, based in US.
When were robolink DP 5-axis arm and Sawyer launched?
robolink DP 5-axis arm launched in 2019. Sawyer launched in 2015.
How much does robolink DP 5-axis arm cost compared to Sawyer?
robolink DP 5-axis arm is listed at $5,500. Sawyer is listed at $34,900.
How do robolink DP 5-axis arm and Sawyer compare on the Robolist Product Score?
robolink DP 5-axis arm scores 69/100. Sawyer scores 68/100. 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 Sawyer?
robolink DP 5-axis arm has a reach of 790 mm. Sawyer has a reach of 1260 mm.
Are robolink DP 5-axis arm and Sawyer 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 Sawyer?
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 Sawyer 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.