Side-by-side comparison of robolink DP 5-axis arm (igus) and Throwbot (ReconRobotics) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2019 | 2012 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $5,500 | $13,950 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | — | 1.8 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
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Frequently asked
robolink DP 5-axis arm is made by igus, based in DE. Throwbot is made by ReconRobotics, based in US.
robolink DP 5-axis arm launched in 2019. Throwbot launched in 2012.
robolink DP 5-axis arm is listed at $5,500. Throwbot is listed at $13,950.
robolink DP 5-axis arm scores 69/100. Throwbot scores 69/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
robolink DP 5-axis arm is categorized as Cobot; Throwbot as Security. The Product Score is calculated per category, so the absolute scores reflect their respective category tiers.
Hardware cost is one input. Cobot And Security TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Cobot TCO and Payback Math: Hardware, EOAT, and Zero-Fencing Savings.
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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robolink DP 5-axis arm vs Throwbot compares two robots in the cobot and security 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.