ML150S - Solar MULE vs Paloma
Side-by-side comparison of ML150S - Solar MULE (Construction Robotics) and Paloma (Demaurex) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Optimized for Last-Mile Delivery buyers. Priority specs lifted to the top and marked with a target.
Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ML150S - Solar MULEUnited States
- Paloma—
Year First Available
- ML150S - Solar MULE2018
- Paloma2014
Verified Deployments
- ML150S - Solar MULE0 Deployments
- Paloma0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- ML150S - Solar MULEContact for quote
- Paloma$15,200 USD
Availability Status
- ML150S - Solar MULEACTIVE
- PalomaACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- ML150S - Solar MULE—
- Paloma3 kg
IP Rating (Arm)
- ML150S - Solar MULE—
- PalomaIP54
Degrees of Freedom
- ML150S - Solar MULE6
- Paloma—
Repeatability
- ML150S - Solar MULE±0.1 mm
- Paloma—
Robot Weight
- ML150S - Solar MULE—
- Paloma8.5 kg
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- ML150S - Solar MULE—
- PalomaGemini 4.0
Commercial
Price (USD)
- ML150S - Solar MULEContact for quote
- Paloma$15,200 USD
Service Network
- ML150S - Solar MULE—
- Palomaregional
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | 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 | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | 3 kg |
| IP Rating (Arm) (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 8.5 kg |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | — | Gemini 4.0 |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $15,200 USD |
| Service Network (values differ) | — | regional |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Reach, Path Accuracy, Max TCP Speed, 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, 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, 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 | ML150S - Solar MULE | Paloma |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $15,200 |
| Payback period | — | 3.6 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $234,800 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +1545% |
ML150S - Solar MULE 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 ML150S - Solar MULE and Paloma?
ML150S - Solar MULE is made by Construction Robotics, based in US. Paloma is made by Demaurex.
When were ML150S - Solar MULE and Paloma launched?
ML150S - Solar MULE launched in 2018. Paloma launched in 2014.
How do ML150S - Solar MULE and Paloma compare on the Robo Index?
ML150S - Solar MULE grades BB 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 ML150S - Solar MULE 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 ML150S - Solar MULE 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
ML150S - Solar MULE 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.