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MOTOMAN HC30PL vs Realtime Robotics Arm

Side-by-side comparison of MOTOMAN HC30PL (Motoman) and Realtime Robotics Arm (Realtime Robotics, Inc.) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.

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MOTOMAN HC30PL
MOTOMAN HC30PL74.7
Realtime Robotics Arm42.7

Layer 1: Identity & Trust

Manufacturer Country

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PLJapan
  • Realtime Robotics ArmUnited States

Year First Available

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PL2019
  • Realtime Robotics Arm—

Verified Deployments

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PL0 Deployments
  • Realtime Robotics Arm0 Deployments

Layer 2: Operational

Price

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PL$50,000–$70,000 USD
  • Realtime Robotics ArmContact for quote

Availability Status

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PLACTIVE
  • Realtime Robotics ArmACTIVE

Arm Mechanics

Payload

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PL5 kg
  • Realtime Robotics Arm—

Robot Weight

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PL140 kg
  • Realtime Robotics Arm—

Max TCP Speed

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PL3.1 m/s
  • Realtime Robotics Arm—

Reach

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PL1,300 mm
  • Realtime Robotics Arm—

Degrees of Freedom

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PL6
  • Realtime Robotics Arm—

Repeatability

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PL±0.03 mm
  • Realtime Robotics Arm—

Mounting Options

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PLfloor, ceiling, wall
  • Realtime Robotics Arm—

IP Rating

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PLIP54
  • Realtime Robotics Arm—

Safety

Safety Rating

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PLISO/TS 15066
  • Realtime Robotics Armanticipated in 2023

Force/Torque Sensing

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PLnone
  • Realtime Robotics Arm—

Ease of Use

Setup Time

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PL1 hrs
  • Realtime Robotics Arm—

No-Code Capable

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PLYes
  • Realtime Robotics Arm—

Offline Programming

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PLYes
  • Realtime Robotics Arm—

Programming Interface

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PLAUBO SDK
  • Realtime Robotics Armcloud-based solution

End-Effector

Tool Flange Standard

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PLISO 9409-1-A50
  • Realtime Robotics Arm—

Software & Connectivity

ROS Compatible

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PLNo
  • Realtime Robotics Arm—

Fieldbus Protocols

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PLEtherCAT
  • Realtime Robotics Arm—

Commercial

Price (USD)

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PL$50,000–$70,000 USD
  • Realtime Robotics ArmContact for quote

Warranty

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PL2 yrs
  • Realtime Robotics Arm—

Lead Time

  • MOTOMAN HC30PL
    MOTOMAN HC30PL4 wks
  • Realtime Robotics Arm—

Insufficient data for full comparison

The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Time to Redeploy, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month

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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

MetricMOTOMAN HC30PLRealtime Robotics Arm
Investment$60,000No price
Payback period14.4 mo—
Net savings (5 yr)$190,000—
ROI (5 yr)+317%—

Realtime Robotics Arm 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.

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Frequently asked

Who makes MOTOMAN HC30PL and Realtime Robotics Arm?

MOTOMAN HC30PL is made by Motoman, based in JP. Realtime Robotics Arm is made by Realtime Robotics, Inc., based in US.

How do MOTOMAN HC30PL and Realtime Robotics Arm compare on the Robo Score?

MOTOMAN HC30PL scores 74.7 on the Robo Score. Realtime Robotics Arm scores 42.7. 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.

Are MOTOMAN HC30PL and Realtime Robotics Arm in the same category?

Both robots are classified as Cobot on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.

What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Cobot robots?

Hardware cost is one input. Cobot TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Cobot TCO and Payback Math: Hardware, EOAT, and Zero-Fencing Savings.

What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between MOTOMAN HC30PL and Realtime Robotics Arm?

Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Cobot Vendor Red Flags: Questions That Filter Out the Marketing.

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About this comparison

MOTOMAN HC30PL vs Realtime Robotics Arm compares two robots in the cobot 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.