KR 16 R2010-2 vs Paloma
Side-by-side comparison of KR 16 R2010-2 (KUKA Robotics) and Paloma (Demaurex) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Optimized for Manufacturing buyers. Priority specs lifted to the top and marked with a target.
Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- KR 16 R2010-2Germany
- Paloma—
Year First Available
- KR 16 R2010-22020
- Paloma2014
Verified Deployments
- KR 16 R2010-20 Deployments
- Paloma0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- KR 16 R2010-2$26,750–$45,000 USD
- Paloma$15,200 USD
Availability Status
- KR 16 R2010-2ACTIVE
- PalomaACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Reach
- KR 16 R2010-22,013 mm
- Paloma—
Repeatability
- KR 16 R2010-2±0.5 mm
- Paloma—
Payload
- KR 16 R2010-216 kg
- Paloma3 kg
IP Rating (Arm)
- KR 16 R2010-2IP65
- PalomaIP54
Degrees of Freedom
- KR 16 R2010-26
- Paloma—
Robot Weight
- KR 16 R2010-23 kg
- Paloma8.5 kg
IP Rating (Wrist)
- KR 16 R2010-2IP67
- Paloma—
Performance
Duty Cycle
- KR 16 R2010-2continuous 24 7
- Paloma—
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- KR 16 R2010-2KR C4
- PalomaGemini 4.0
Commercial
Price (USD)
- KR 16 R2010-2$26,750–$45,000 USD
- Paloma$15,200 USD
Warranty
- KR 16 R2010-21 yrs
- Paloma—
Service Network
- KR 16 R2010-2global
- Palomaregional
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2020 | 2014 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $26,750–$45,000 USD | $15,200 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Reach (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 2,013 mm | — |
| Repeatability (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | ±0.5 mm | — |
| Payload (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 16 kg | 3 kg |
| IP Rating (Arm) (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | IP65 | IP54 |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 3 kg | 8.5 kg |
| IP Rating (Wrist) (values differ) | IP67 | — |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | continuous 24 7 | — |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | KR C4 | Gemini 4.0 |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $26,750–$45,000 USD | $15,200 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | 1 yrs | — |
| Service Network (values differ) | global | regional |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Path Accuracy, Max TCP Speed, Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Programming Languages, Teach Pendant Type, Offline Programming, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, ROS-Industrial Support, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer (ISO), Internal Cable Routing, Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Spare Parts Lead Time, Expected Service Life
ROI Comparison
Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.
Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | KR 16 R2010-2 | Paloma |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $35,875 | $15,200 |
| Payback period | 8.6 mo | 3.6 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $214,125 | $234,800 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +597% | +1545% |
Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes KR 16 R2010-2 and Paloma?
KR 16 R2010-2 is made by KUKA Robotics, based in DE. Paloma is made by Demaurex.
When were KR 16 R2010-2 and Paloma launched?
KR 16 R2010-2 launched in 2020. Paloma launched in 2014.
How do KR 16 R2010-2 and Paloma compare on the Robo Index?
KR 16 R2010-2 grades AA on the Robo Index. Paloma grades AAA. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are KR 16 R2010-2 and Paloma in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Industrial Arm on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Industrial Arm robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Industrial Arm TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: TCO of a 6-Axis Arm Cell: Hardware, EOAT, Integration, Programming.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between KR 16 R2010-2 and Paloma?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Industrial Arm Vendor Selection: Capability Matrices and Proof Points.
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About this comparison
KR 16 R2010-2 vs Paloma compares two robots in the industrial-arm category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Index is calculated.