OB7 Stretch vs TQ-HPR40
Side-by-side comparison of OB7 Stretch (Productive Robotics, LLC.) and TQ-HPR40 (TQ-Group) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- OB7 StretchUnited States
- TQ-HPR40Germany
Year First Available
- OB7 Stretch2017
- TQ-HPR402025
Verified Deployments
- OB7 Stretch0 Deployments
- TQ-HPR400 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- OB7 Stretch$24,900
- TQ-HPR40$949
Availability Status
- OB7 StretchACTIVE
- TQ-HPR40ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- OB7 Stretch4.5 kg
- TQ-HPR40—
IP Rating
- OB7 StretchIP54
- TQ-HPR40—
Reach
- OB7 Stretch1,000 mm
- TQ-HPR40—
Degrees of Freedom
- OB7 Stretch7
- TQ-HPR40—
Repeatability
- OB7 Stretch±0.1 mm
- TQ-HPR40—
Robot Weight
- OB7 Stretch22 kg
- TQ-HPR401.2 kg
Mounting Options
- OB7 Stretchfloor, ceiling, wall
- TQ-HPR40down tube
Safety
Safety Rating
- OB7 StretchISO/TS 15066
- TQ-HPR40TÜV, UL
Force/Torque Sensing
- OB7 Stretchnone
- TQ-HPR40—
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- OB7 Stretch1 hrs
- TQ-HPR40—
No-Code Capable
- OB7 StretchYes
- TQ-HPR40—
Offline Programming
- OB7 StretchYes
- TQ-HPR40—
Programming Interface
- OB7 StretchDrag-and-drop
- TQ-HPR40—
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- OB7 StretchISO 9409-1-A50
- TQ-HPR40—
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- OB7 StretchEtherCAT, Profinet
- TQ-HPR40—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- OB7 Stretch$24,900
- TQ-HPR40$949
Warranty
- OB7 Stretch2 yrs
- TQ-HPR40—
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | Germany |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2017 | 2025 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $24,900 | $949 |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 4.5 kg | — |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,000 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 7 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 22 kg | 1.2 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor, ceiling, wall | down tube |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | TÜV, UL |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | none | — |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | 1 hrs | — |
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | Drag-and-drop | — |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | ISO 9409-1-A50 | — |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | EtherCAT, Profinet | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $24,900 | $949 |
| Warranty (values differ) | 2 yrs | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Max TCP Speed, 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, ROS Compatible, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Lead Time
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Frequently asked
Who makes OB7 Stretch and TQ-HPR40?
OB7 Stretch is made by Productive Robotics, LLC., based in US. TQ-HPR40 is made by TQ-Group, based in DE.
When were OB7 Stretch and TQ-HPR40 launched?
OB7 Stretch launched in 2017. TQ-HPR40 launched in 2025.
How much does OB7 Stretch cost compared to TQ-HPR40?
OB7 Stretch is listed at $24,900. TQ-HPR40 is listed at $949.
How do OB7 Stretch and TQ-HPR40 compare on the Robolist Product Score?
OB7 Stretch scores 97/100. TQ-HPR40 scores 33/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are OB7 Stretch and TQ-HPR40 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 OB7 Stretch and TQ-HPR40?
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
OB7 Stretch vs TQ-HPR40 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.