robolink DP 5-axis arm vs Unitree D1
Side-by-side comparison of robolink DP 5-axis arm (igus) and Unitree D1 (Evergreen Chemicals 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
- Unitree D1—
Year First Available
- robolink DP 5-axis arm2019
- Unitree D1—
Verified Deployments
- robolink DP 5-axis arm0 Deployments
- Unitree D10 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- robolink DP 5-axis arm$5,500
- Unitree D1$3,600
Availability Status
- robolink DP 5-axis armACTIVE
- Unitree D1ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- robolink DP 5-axis arm2 kg
- Unitree D11 kg
Max TCP Speed
- robolink DP 5-axis arm0.1 m/s
- Unitree D1—
Reach
- robolink DP 5-axis arm790 mm
- Unitree D1670 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- robolink DP 5-axis arm5
- Unitree D17
Repeatability
- robolink DP 5-axis arm±1 mm
- Unitree D1±0.05 mm
Robot Weight
- robolink DP 5-axis arm22.4 kg
- Unitree D12.4 kg
IP Rating
- robolink DP 5-axis armIP44
- Unitree D1—
Safety
Force/Torque Sensing
- robolink DP 5-axis armnone
- Unitree D1none
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- robolink DP 5-axis armNo
- Unitree D1—
Offline Programming
- robolink DP 5-axis armNo
- Unitree D1—
Programming Interface
- robolink DP 5-axis armigus Robot Control software
- Unitree D1code_ros
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- robolink DP 5-axis armYes
- Unitree D1Yes
Fieldbus Protocols
- robolink DP 5-axis armModbus, TCP/IP
- Unitree D1—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- robolink DP 5-axis arm$5,500
- Unitree D1$3,600
Lead Time
- robolink DP 5-axis arm3 wks
- Unitree D1—
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2019 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $5,500 | $3,600 |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 2 kg | 1 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 0.1 m/s | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 790 mm | 670 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 5 | 7 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±1 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 22.4 kg | 2.4 kg |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP44 | — |
| Safety | ||
| 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 | code_ros |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | Modbus, TCP/IP | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $5,500 | $3,600 |
| 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 Unitree D1?
robolink DP 5-axis arm is made by igus, based in DE. Unitree D1 is made by Evergreen Chemicals Co., Ltd..
How much does robolink DP 5-axis arm cost compared to Unitree D1?
robolink DP 5-axis arm is listed at $5,500. Unitree D1 is listed at $3,600.
How do robolink DP 5-axis arm and Unitree D1 compare on the Robolist Product Score?
robolink DP 5-axis arm scores 69/100. Unitree D1 scores 28/100. 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 Unitree D1?
robolink DP 5-axis arm has a reach of 790 mm. Unitree D1 has a reach of 670 mm.
Are robolink DP 5-axis arm and Unitree D1 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 Unitree D1?
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 Unitree D1 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.