Spark vs Thor
Side-by-side comparison of Spark (Standard Bots) and Thor (Standard Bots) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- SparkUnited States
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- ThorUnited States
Verified Deployments
- Spark0 Deployments
- Thor0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Spark$29,500 USD
- Thor$49,500 USD
Availability Status
- SparkACTIVE
- ThorACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- Spark79 kg
- Thor79 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Spark4 m/s
- Thor3 m/s
Payload
- Spark7 kg
- Thor30 kg
Reach
- Spark900 mm
- Thor2,000 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Spark6
- Thor6
Repeatability
- Spark±0.025 mm
- Thor±0.025 mm
Mounting Options
- Sparkfloor
- Thorfloor
IP Rating
- SparkIP69K
- ThorIP69K
Safety
Safety Rating
- SparkISO/TS 15066
- Thornot stated
Force/Torque Sensing
- Sparknone
- Thornone
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- SparkYes
- ThorYes
Offline Programming
- SparkNo
- Thor—
Programming Interface
- Sparkno-code app
- Thorno-code visual programming
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- SparkNo
- Thor—
Fieldbus Protocols
- SparkEthernet/IP
- ThorTCP/IP, Modbus TCP, EthernetIP
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Spark$29,500 USD
- Thor$49,500 USD
Lead Time
- Spark—
- Thor4 wks
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | United States | United States |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $29,500 USD | $49,500 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) | 79 kg | 79 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 4 m/s | 3 m/s |
| Payload (values differ) | 7 kg | 30 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 900 mm | 2,000 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability | ±0.025 mm | ±0.025 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor | floor |
| IP Rating | IP69K | IP69K |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | not stated |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | No | — |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no-code app | no-code visual programming |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | No | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | Ethernet/IP | TCP/IP, Modbus TCP, EthernetIP |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $29,500 USD | $49,500 USD |
| Lead Time (values differ) | — | 4 wks |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Year First Available, Battery / Shift Runtime, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Warranty
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 | Spark | Thor |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $29,500 | $49,500 |
| Payback period | 7.1 mo | 11.9 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $220,500 | $200,500 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +747% | +405% |
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 Spark and Thor?
Spark is made by Standard Bots, based in US. Thor is made by Standard Bots, based in US.
How much does Spark cost compared to Thor?
Spark is listed at $29,500. Thor is listed at $49,500.
How do Spark and Thor compare on the Robo Index?
Spark grades A on the Robo Index. Thor grades A. 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.
How does the reach of Spark compare to Thor?
Spark has a reach of 1300 mm. Thor has a reach of 1300 mm.
Are Spark and Thor 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 Spark and Thor?
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
Spark vs Thor 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 Index is calculated.