robolink DP 5-axis arm vs GR-WL500
Side-by-side comparison of robolink DP 5-axis arm (igus) and GR-WL500 (Shandong Farin International Trade 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
- GR-WL500China
Year First Available
- robolink DP 5-axis arm2019
- GR-WL500—
Verified Deployments
- robolink DP 5-axis arm0 Deployments
- GR-WL5000 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- robolink DP 5-axis arm$5,500
- GR-WL500$24,300
Availability Status
- robolink DP 5-axis armACTIVE
- GR-WL500ACTIVE
Cross-Category Comparison
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2019 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $5,500 | $24,300 |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
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Frequently asked
Who makes robolink DP 5-axis arm and GR-WL500?
robolink DP 5-axis arm is made by igus, based in DE. GR-WL500 is made by Shandong Farin International Trade Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How much does robolink DP 5-axis arm cost compared to GR-WL500?
robolink DP 5-axis arm is listed at $5,500. GR-WL500 is listed at $24,300.
How do robolink DP 5-axis arm and GR-WL500 compare on the Robolist Product Score?
robolink DP 5-axis arm scores 69/100. GR-WL500 scores 44/100. 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 GR-WL500?
robolink DP 5-axis arm has a reach of 790 mm. GR-WL500 has a reach of 1400 mm.
Are robolink DP 5-axis arm and GR-WL500 comparable?
robolink DP 5-axis arm is categorized as Cobot; GR-WL500 as Industrial Arm. The Product Score is calculated per category, so the absolute scores reflect their respective category tiers.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Cobot And Industrial Arm robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Cobot And Industrial Arm 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 GR-WL500?
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 GR-WL500 compares two robots in the cobot and industrial-arm categories. 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.