KR AGILUS sixx vs Smart Packing Machine

Side-by-side comparison of KR AGILUS sixx (KUKA Robotics) and Smart Packing Machine (Niryo) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.

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KR AGILUS sixxAA

Smart Packing MachineBBB

Layer 1: Identity & Trust

Manufacturer Country

KR AGILUS sixxGermany
Smart Packing MachineFrance

Year First Available

KR AGILUS sixx2020
Smart Packing Machine2026

Verified Deployments

KR AGILUS sixx0 Deployments
Smart Packing Machine0 Deployments

Layer 2: Operational

Availability Status

KR AGILUS sixxACTIVE
Smart Packing MachineACTIVE

Arm Mechanics

Payload

KR AGILUS sixx10 kg
Smart Packing Machine—

Reach

KR AGILUS sixx1,100 mm
Smart Packing Machine—

Degrees of Freedom

KR AGILUS sixx6
Smart Packing Machine6

Repeatability

KR AGILUS sixx±0.03 mm
Smart Packing Machine—

Performance

Duty Cycle

KR AGILUS sixxcontinuous 24 7
Smart Packing Machine—

Controller & Programming

Controller Model

KR AGILUS sixxKUKA Controller
Smart Packing Machine—

Programming Languages

KR AGILUS sixxKRL
Smart Packing Machine—

Teach Pendant Type

KR AGILUS sixxwired touch
Smart Packing Machine—

Offline Programming

KR AGILUS sixxKUKA.Sim
Smart Packing Machine—

Connectivity

IoT / Cloud Platform

KR AGILUS sixxKUKA Connect
Smart Packing Machine—

End-Effector

Tool Flange Standard

KR AGILUS sixxISO 9409-1
Smart Packing Machine—

Internal Cable Routing

KR AGILUS sixxthrough arm
Smart Packing Machine—

Pneumatic Lines

KR AGILUS sixx2
Smart Packing Machine—

Commercial

Warranty

KR AGILUS sixx3 yrs
Smart Packing Machine1 yrs

Service Network

KR AGILUS sixxglobal
Smart Packing Machine—

	KR AGILUS sixxindustrial-armKUKA Robotics AARobo Index	Smart Packing Machineindustrial-armNiryo BBBRobo Index
Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country (values differ)	Germany	France
Year First Available (values differ)	2020	2026
Verified Deployments	0 Deployments	0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status	ACTIVE	ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Arm Mechanics
Payload (values differ)	10 kg	—
Reach (values differ)	1,100 mm	—
Degrees of Freedom	6	6
Repeatability (values differ)	±0.03 mm	—
Performance
Duty Cycle (values differ)	continuous 24 7	—
Controller & Programming
Controller Model (values differ)	KUKA Controller	—
Programming Languages (values differ)	KRL	—
Teach Pendant Type (values differ)	wired touch	—
Offline Programming (values differ)	KUKA.Sim	—
Connectivity
IoT / Cloud Platform (values differ)	KUKA Connect	—
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard (values differ)	ISO 9409-1	—
Internal Cable Routing (values differ)	through arm	—
Pneumatic Lines (values differ)	2	—
Commercial
Warranty (values differ)	3 yrs	1 yrs
Service Network (values differ)	global	—

Insufficient data for full comparison

The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, Path Accuracy, Max TCP Speed, Robot Weight, IP Rating (Arm), IP Rating (Wrist), Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, ROS-Industrial Support, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Changer (ISO), Electrical Lines, Price (USD), Spare Parts Lead Time, Expected Service Life

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ROI Comparison

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Robots (fleet)

Hours / day

Labor $/hr (USD)

Days / year

Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000

Metric	KR AGILUS sixx	Smart Packing Machine
Investment	No price	No price
Payback period	—	—
Net savings (5 yr)	—	—
ROI (5 yr)	—	—

KR AGILUS sixx, Smart Packing Machine have no listed price, so payback can't be computed. Contact the manufacturer for a quote.

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.

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Frequently asked

Who makes KR AGILUS sixx and Smart Packing Machine?

KR AGILUS sixx is made by KUKA Robotics, based in DE. Smart Packing Machine is made by Niryo, based in FR.

When were KR AGILUS sixx and Smart Packing Machine launched?

KR AGILUS sixx launched in 2020. Smart Packing Machine launched in 2026.

How do KR AGILUS sixx and Smart Packing Machine compare on the Robo Index?

KR AGILUS sixx grades AA on the Robo Index. Smart Packing Machine grades BBB. 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 AGILUS sixx and Smart Packing Machine 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 AGILUS sixx and Smart Packing Machine?

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 AGILUS sixx vs Smart Packing Machine 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.