robolink DP 5-axis arm vs iLoabot-M
Side-by-side comparison of robolink DP 5-axis arm (igus) and iLoabot-M (Senad Robot (Shanghai) 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
- iLoabot-MChina
Year First Available
- robolink DP 5-axis arm2019
- iLoabot-M2023
Verified Deployments
- robolink DP 5-axis arm0 Deployments
- iLoabot-M0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- robolink DP 5-axis arm$5,500
- iLoabot-M$166,500
Availability Status
- robolink DP 5-axis armACTIVE
- iLoabot-MACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- robolink DP 5-axis arm22.4 kg
- iLoabot-M800 kg
Max TCP Speed
- robolink DP 5-axis arm0.1 m/s
- iLoabot-M—
Payload
- robolink DP 5-axis arm2 kg
- iLoabot-M100 kg
Reach
- robolink DP 5-axis arm790 mm
- iLoabot-M1,000 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- robolink DP 5-axis arm5
- iLoabot-M—
Repeatability
- robolink DP 5-axis arm±1 mm
- iLoabot-M—
IP Rating
- robolink DP 5-axis armIP44
- iLoabot-M—
Safety
Safety Rating
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- iLoabot-MISO, CE
Force/Torque Sensing
- robolink DP 5-axis armnone
- iLoabot-Mnone
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- robolink DP 5-axis armNo
- iLoabot-M—
Offline Programming
- robolink DP 5-axis armNo
- iLoabot-M—
Programming Interface
- robolink DP 5-axis armigus Robot Control software
- iLoabot-M—
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- robolink DP 5-axis armYes
- iLoabot-M—
Fieldbus Protocols
- robolink DP 5-axis armModbus, TCP/IP
- iLoabot-M—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- robolink DP 5-axis arm$5,500
- iLoabot-M$166,500
Warranty
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- iLoabot-M1 yrs
Lead Time
- robolink DP 5-axis arm3 wks
- iLoabot-M—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2019 | 2023 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $5,500 | $166,500 |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 22.4 kg | 800 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 0.1 m/s | — |
| Payload (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 2 kg | 100 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 790 mm | 1,000 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 5 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±1 mm | — |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP44 | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | — | ISO, CE |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | No | — |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | No | — |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | igus Robot Control software | — |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | Modbus, TCP/IP | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $5,500 | $166,500 |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 1 yrs |
| 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, 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
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Frequently asked
Who makes robolink DP 5-axis arm and iLoabot-M?
robolink DP 5-axis arm is made by igus, based in DE. iLoabot-M is made by Senad Robot (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., based in CN.
When were robolink DP 5-axis arm and iLoabot-M launched?
robolink DP 5-axis arm launched in 2019. iLoabot-M launched in 2023.
How much does robolink DP 5-axis arm cost compared to iLoabot-M?
robolink DP 5-axis arm is listed at $5,500. iLoabot-M is listed at $166,500.
How do robolink DP 5-axis arm and iLoabot-M compare on the Robolist Product Score?
robolink DP 5-axis arm scores 69/100. iLoabot-M scores 56/100. 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 iLoabot-M?
robolink DP 5-axis arm has a reach of 790 mm. iLoabot-M has a reach of 1000 mm.
Are robolink DP 5-axis arm and iLoabot-M 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 iLoabot-M?
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 iLoabot-M 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.