Mantis MR-1 vs Paloma
Side-by-side comparison of Mantis MR-1 (Mantis Robotics) and Paloma (Demaurex) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Mantis MR-1United States
- Paloma—
Year First Available
- Mantis MR-12026
- Paloma2014
Verified Deployments
- Mantis MR-10 Deployments
- Paloma0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Mantis MR-1Contact for quote
- Paloma$15,200 USD
Availability Status
- Mantis MR-1ACTIVE
- PalomaACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
IP Rating (Arm)
- Mantis MR-1—
- PalomaIP54
Payload
- Mantis MR-15 kg
- Paloma3 kg
Reach
- Mantis MR-1900 mm
- Paloma—
Repeatability
- Mantis MR-1±0.03 mm
- Paloma—
Robot Weight
- Mantis MR-1—
- Paloma8.5 kg
Performance
Duty Cycle
- Mantis MR-1not specified
- Paloma—
Safety
Safety Category
- Mantis MR-1Cat.3 PLd
- Paloma—
Dual Check Safety
- Mantis MR-1Yes
- Paloma—
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- Mantis MR-1Mantis Robot Controller (unnamed)
- PalomaGemini 4.0
Offline Programming
- Mantis MR-1Mantis Studio
- Paloma—
Digital Twin Support
- Mantis MR-1Yes
- Paloma—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Mantis MR-1Contact for quote
- Paloma$15,200 USD
Service Network
- Mantis MR-1global
- Palomaregional
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2026 | 2014 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $15,200 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| IP Rating (Arm) (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Payload (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | 5 kg | 3 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 900 mm | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.03 mm | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 8.5 kg |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | not specified | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Category (values differ) | Cat.3 PLd | — |
| Dual Check Safety (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | Mantis Robot Controller (unnamed) | Gemini 4.0 |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | Mantis Studio | — |
| Digital Twin Support (values differ) | Yes | — |
| 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, Degrees of Freedom, Path Accuracy, Max TCP Speed, IP Rating (Wrist), Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Vibration Damping, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Programming Languages, Teach Pendant Type, 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, Spare Parts Lead Time, Expected Service Life
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Frequently asked
Who makes Mantis MR-1 and Paloma?
Mantis MR-1 is made by Mantis Robotics, based in US. Paloma is made by Demaurex.
When were Mantis MR-1 and Paloma launched?
Mantis MR-1 launched in 2026. Paloma launched in 2014.
How do Mantis MR-1 and Paloma compare on the Robo Index?
Mantis MR-1 grades A on the Robo Index. Paloma grades AA. 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 Mantis MR-1 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 Mantis MR-1 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
Mantis MR-1 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.