KR 20 R1810-2 vs Mantis™
Side-by-side comparison of KR 20 R1810-2 (KUKA Robotics) and Mantis™ (FBR Ltd) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- KR 20 R1810-2Germany
- Mantis™United States
Year First Available
- KR 20 R1810-22020
- Mantis™2025
Verified Deployments
- KR 20 R1810-20 Deployments
- Mantis™0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- KR 20 R1810-2$32,900 USD
- Mantis™$630,000 USD
Availability Status
- KR 20 R1810-2ACTIVE
- Mantis™ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- KR 20 R1810-2255 kg
- Mantis™—
Payload
- KR 20 R1810-223.9 kg
- Mantis™5 kg
Reach
- KR 20 R1810-21,813 mm
- Mantis™900 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- KR 20 R1810-26
- Mantis™—
Repeatability
- KR 20 R1810-2±0.04 mm
- Mantis™±0.03 mm
Max TCP Speed
- KR 20 R1810-2—
- Mantis™10 m/s
Controller & Programming
Teach Pendant Type
- KR 20 R1810-2—
- Mantis™no pendant (browser UI)
Commercial
Price (USD)
- KR 20 R1810-2$32,900 USD
- Mantis™$630,000 USD
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2020 | 2025 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $32,900 USD | $630,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 255 kg | — |
| Payload (values differ) | 23.9 kg | 5 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,813 mm | 900 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.04 mm | ±0.03 mm |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | — | 10 m/s |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | — | no pendant (browser UI) |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $32,900 USD | $630,000 USD |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Path Accuracy, IP Rating (Arm), IP Rating (Wrist), Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Duty Cycle, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Controller Model, Programming Languages, 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, Warranty, Service Network, 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 20 R1810-2 | Mantis™ |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $32,900 | $630,000 |
| Payback period | 7.9 mo | 151.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $217,100 | -$380,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +660% | -60% |
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 20 R1810-2 and Mantis™?
KR 20 R1810-2 is made by KUKA Robotics, based in DE. Mantis™ is made by FBR Ltd, based in US.
When were KR 20 R1810-2 and Mantis™ launched?
KR 20 R1810-2 launched in 2020. Mantis™ launched in 2025.
How much does KR 20 R1810-2 cost compared to Mantis™?
KR 20 R1810-2 is listed at $32,900. Mantis™ is listed at $630,000.
How do KR 20 R1810-2 and Mantis™ compare on the Robo Score?
KR 20 R1810-2 scores 67.5 on the Robo Score. Mantis™ scores 66.0. The Robo Score is a 0–100 credibility figure blending commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
How does the reach of KR 20 R1810-2 compare to Mantis™?
KR 20 R1810-2 has a reach of 1813 mm. Mantis™ has a reach of 8000 mm.
Are KR 20 R1810-2 and Mantis™ 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 20 R1810-2 and Mantis™?
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 20 R1810-2 vs Mantis™ 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 Score is calculated.