PR2 robot vs WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot
Side-by-side comparison of PR2 robot (Willow Garage) and WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot (AE Robotics Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- PR2 robotUnited States
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing RobotChina
Year First Available
- PR2 robot2013
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot—
Verified Deployments
- PR2 robot0 Deployments
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- PR2 robot$285,000
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot$4,400
Availability Status
- PR2 robotACTIVE
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing RobotACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Repeatability
- PR2 robot—
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot±0.04 mm
IP Rating
- PR2 robot—
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing RobotIP54
Reach
- PR2 robot1,645 mm
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot1,600 mm
Payload
- PR2 robot1.8 kg
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot20 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- PR2 robot7
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot6
Robot Weight
- PR2 robot200 kg
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot260 kg
Mounting Options
- PR2 robot—
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robotfloor
Safety
Force/Torque Sensing
- PR2 robotYes
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot—
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- PR2 robotRobot Operating System (ROS)
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robotteach_pendant
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- PR2 robotYes
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot—
Fieldbus Protocols
- PR2 robot—
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing RobotEtherCAT
Commercial
Price (USD)
- PR2 robot$285,000
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot$4,400
Warranty
- PR2 robot—
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot1 yrs
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2013 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $285,000 | $4,400 |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Repeatability (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | — | ±0.04 mm |
| IP Rating (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 1,645 mm | 1,600 mm |
| Payload (values differ) | 1.8 kg | 20 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 7 | 6 |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 200 kg | 260 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | — | floor |
| Safety | ||
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | Robot Operating System (ROS) | teach_pendant |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | EtherCAT |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $285,000 | $4,400 |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 1 yrs |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Max TCP Speed, Safety Rating, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, No-Code Capable, Offline Programming, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Lead Time
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Frequently asked
Who makes PR2 robot and WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot?
PR2 robot is made by Willow Garage, based in US. WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot is made by AE Robotics Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How much does PR2 robot cost compared to WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot?
PR2 robot is listed at $285,000. WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot is listed at $4,400.
How do PR2 robot and WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot compare on the Robolist Product Score?
PR2 robot scores 46/100. WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot scores 54/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are PR2 robot and WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot 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 PR2 robot and WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot?
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
PR2 robot vs WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot 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.