KR AGILUS ultra vs Paloma
Side-by-side comparison of KR AGILUS ultra (KUKA Robotics) and Paloma (Demaurex) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- KR AGILUS ultraGermany

- Paloma—

Year First Available
- KR AGILUS ultra2026

- Paloma2014

Verified Deployments
- KR AGILUS ultra0 Deployments

- Paloma0 Deployments

Layer 2: Operational
Price
- KR AGILUS ultraContact for quote

- Paloma$15,200 USD

Availability Status
- KR AGILUS ultraACTIVE

- PalomaACTIVE

Arm Mechanics
Reach
- KR AGILUS ultra1,103 mm

- Paloma—

Payload
- KR AGILUS ultra16 kg

- Paloma3 kg

IP Rating (Arm)
- KR AGILUS ultraIP67

- PalomaIP54

Degrees of Freedom
- KR AGILUS ultra6

- Paloma—

Robot Weight
- KR AGILUS ultra—

- Paloma8.5 kg

Performance
Duty Cycle
- KR AGILUS ultracontinuous 24 7

- Paloma—

Vibration Damping
- KR AGILUS ultraactive model based

- Paloma—

Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- KR AGILUS ultraKR C5 micro

- PalomaGemini 4.0

Teach Pendant Type
- KR AGILUS ultraKUKA smartPLUG handheld controller

- Paloma—

End-Effector
Internal Cable Routing
- KR AGILUS ultrathrough arm and wrist

- Paloma—

Commercial
Price (USD)
- KR AGILUS ultraContact for quote

- Paloma$15,200 USD

Service Network
- KR AGILUS ultraglobal

- Palomaregional

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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2026 | 2014 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $15,200 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Reach (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 1,103 mm | — |
| Payload (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 16 kg | 3 kg |
| IP Rating (Arm) (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | IP67 | IP54 |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 8.5 kg |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | continuous 24 7 | — |
| Vibration Damping (values differ) | active model based | — |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | KR C5 micro | Gemini 4.0 |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | KUKA smartPLUG handheld controller | — |
| End-Effector | ||
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | through arm and wrist | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $15,200 USD |
| 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, Repeatability, Path Accuracy, Max TCP Speed, IP Rating (Wrist), Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, 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), Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Warranty, 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 AGILUS ultra | Paloma |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $15,200 |
| Payback period | — | 3.6 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $234,800 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +1545% |
KR AGILUS ultra has 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes KR AGILUS ultra and Paloma?
KR AGILUS ultra is made by KUKA Robotics, based in DE. Paloma is made by Demaurex.
When were KR AGILUS ultra and Paloma launched?
KR AGILUS ultra launched in 2026. Paloma launched in 2014.
How do KR AGILUS ultra and Paloma compare on the Robo Index?
KR AGILUS ultra 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 AGILUS ultra 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 AGILUS ultra 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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TCO of a 6-Axis Arm Cell: Hardware, EOAT, Integration, Programming
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About this comparison
KR AGILUS ultra 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.