myCobot 280 vs myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi
Side-by-side comparison of myCobot 280 (Elephant Robotics) and myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi (Elephant Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- myCobot 280China
- myCobot 280 Raspberry PiChina
Year First Available
- myCobot 2802020
- myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi2023
Verified Deployments
- myCobot 2800 Deployments
- myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- myCobot 280$449
- myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi$799
Availability Status
- myCobot 280ACTIVE
- myCobot 280 Raspberry PiACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- myCobot 2800.9 kg
- myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi0.9 kg
Payload
- myCobot 2800.3 kg
- myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi0.3 kg
Reach
- myCobot 280280 mm
- myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi280 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- myCobot 2806
- myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi6
Repeatability
- myCobot 280±0.5 mm
- myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi±0.5 mm
Mounting Options
- myCobot 280—
- myCobot 280 Raspberry Pifloor, ceiling, wall, rail
Safety
Force/Torque Sensing
- myCobot 280none
- myCobot 280 Raspberry Pinone
Duty Cycle
- myCobot 280—
- myCobot 280 Raspberry Pishift limited
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- myCobot 280Yes
- myCobot 280 Raspberry PiYes
Offline Programming
- myCobot 280Yes
- myCobot 280 Raspberry PiYes
Programming Interface
- myCobot 280code_python, code_ros
- myCobot 280 Raspberry Piteach_pendant, drag_and_drop, code_python, code_ros
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- myCobot 280—
- myCobot 280 Raspberry Piiso 9283 compatible
Tool Changer Support
- myCobot 280—
- myCobot 280 Raspberry Pimanual
Integrated F/T Sensor
- myCobot 280—
- myCobot 280 Raspberry PiYes
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- myCobot 280Python, JavaScript, C++, C#
- myCobot 280 Raspberry PiPython, C++, URScript
ROS Compatible
- myCobot 280Yes
- myCobot 280 Raspberry PiYes
Fieldbus Protocols
- myCobot 280TCP/IP, MODBUS
- myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi—
Digital Twin Support
- myCobot 280—
- myCobot 280 Raspberry PiYes
Reliability
MTBF
- myCobot 280500 hrs
- myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi500 hrs
Commercial
Price (USD)
- myCobot 280$449
- myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi$799
Lead Time
- myCobot 280—
- myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi2 wks
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2020 | 2023 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $449 | $799 |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 0.9 kg | 0.9 kg |
| Payload (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) | 0.3 kg | 0.3 kg |
| Reach | 280 mm | 280 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability | ±0.5 mm | ±0.5 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | — | floor, ceiling, wall, rail |
| Safety | ||
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | shift limited |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | Yes | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | code_python, code_ros | teach_pendant, drag_and_drop, code_python, code_ros |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | iso 9283 compatible |
| Tool Changer Support (values differ) | — | manual |
| Integrated F/T Sensor (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | Python, JavaScript, C++, C# | Python, C++, URScript |
| ROS Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | TCP/IP, MODBUS | — |
| Digital Twin Support (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Reliability | ||
| MTBF | 500 hrs | 500 hrs |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $449 | $799 |
| Lead Time (values differ) | — | 2 wks |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Max TCP Speed, IP Rating, Safety Rating, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Wrist Power Supply, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Warranty
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Frequently asked
Who makes myCobot 280 and myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi?
myCobot 280 is made by Elephant Robotics, based in CN. myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi is made by Elephant Robotics, based in CN.
When were myCobot 280 and myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi launched?
myCobot 280 launched in 2020. myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi launched in 2023.
How much does myCobot 280 cost compared to myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi?
myCobot 280 is listed at $449. myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi is listed at $799.
How do myCobot 280 and myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi compare on the Robolist Product Score?
myCobot 280 scores 63/100. myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi scores 63/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
How does the reach of myCobot 280 compare to myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi?
myCobot 280 has a reach of 280 mm. myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi has a reach of 280 mm.
Are myCobot 280 and myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi 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 myCobot 280 and myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi?
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
myCobot 280 vs myCobot 280 Raspberry Pi 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 Robolist Product Score is calculated.