Throwbot vs YuMi
Side-by-side comparison of Throwbot (ReconRobotics) and YuMi (ABB) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ThrowbotUnited States
- YuMiSwitzerland
Year First Available
- Throwbot2012
- YuMi2011
Verified Deployments
- Throwbot0 Deployments
- YuMi0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Throwbot$13,950
- YuMi$56,316
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Throwbot1.8 hrs
- YuMi—
Availability Status
- ThrowbotACTIVE
- YuMiACTIVE
Cross-Category Comparison
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | Switzerland |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2012 | 2011 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $13,950 | $56,316 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 1.8 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
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Frequently asked
Who makes Throwbot and YuMi?
Throwbot is made by ReconRobotics, based in US. YuMi is made by ABB, based in CH.
When were Throwbot and YuMi launched?
Throwbot launched in 2012. YuMi launched in 2011.
How much does Throwbot cost compared to YuMi?
Throwbot is listed at $13,950. YuMi is listed at $56,316.
How do Throwbot and YuMi compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Throwbot scores 69/100. YuMi scores 59/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Throwbot and YuMi comparable?
Throwbot is categorized as Security; YuMi as Cobot. The Product Score is calculated per category, so the absolute scores reflect their respective category tiers.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Security And Cobot robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Security And 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 Throwbot and YuMi?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: The security-robot vendor RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
Throwbot vs YuMi compares two robots in the security and cobot categories. 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.