The UR18 is a Cobot developed by Universal Robots (Denmark), listed at $65,065–$68,435 USD (unverified). Key specifications: type six axis collaborative, axes 6, payload 18 kg, reach 950 mm.
RoboScore
Strong evidence
No confirmed deployment on record — this score reflects the rest of the record, not verified adoption.
4 of 9 signals present
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Weighted factors
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Ranked #82 of 372 in the Cobot standing.
See the standingWhere it has stood41 days · best #80 · worst #104
2 days of that is about UR18 itself:
- 9 Aug Robo Score rose 0.35 — its evidence changed.
- 6 Sept Robo Score rose 0.83 — its evidence changed.
One reading per day since 3 Aug, when the current ordering began. The rank above is the reading for 12 Sept, taken against 372 robots — the standing itself is live, so a robot added since then counts there and not here yet.
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Overview
UR18 is designed for heavy industry applications, allowing for large payloads and extended reach, totaling 18 kg.
Flagship features
- Fast deployment: Out-of-box experience for an untrained operator to unpack, mount, and program the first simple task is typically less than an hour
- Space saving: Small footprint opens opportunities to automate tasks in existing manufacturing setups
- Power consumption: Uses less electricity than traditional industrial robots
- Collaborative and safe: Built-in safety features, including force-sensing technology and collision detection
- UR Academy offers step-by-step programming examples and tutorials
- UR Care Services ensure maximum uptime through 24/7 support, remote connectivity, and onsite Field Service
Buyer decision signals
Viability
UR18 product launch
Specifications
Category: Cobot- Type
- six axis collaborative
- Axes
- 6
- Payload
- 18 kg
- Reach
- 950 mm
- Weight
- 39.2 kg
- TCP speed
- ≤ 4 m/s
- IP rating
- IP65
- Safety cert.
- CE, ISO/TS 15066
- Force limiting
- Yes
- F/T sensing
- joint level all
- No-code
- Yes
- Teach pendant
- tablet-style
- API / SDK
- Yes
Top 27% of 424 models with this spec
Top 60% of 397 models with this spec
Top 13% of 237 models with this spec
Company profile
- Founded
- 2005
Detailed specifications
What it is built for2
- Applications
- palletizing,machine tending,welding,quality inspection,assembly,dispensing,finishing,material handling,material removal
- Sub Category
- floor-mounted
Controls & integration2
- Software Platform
- PolyScope
- Programming Interface
- teach pendant,drag and drop
Buying & support2
- Price Tier
- 40-80K
- Model Variants
- UR8 Long,UR15,UR18,UR20,UR30
Who runs it· deployment evidence
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Company milestones
- Oct 2025LaunchUR18 product launch
- Sep 2025MilestoneUR8 Long Presentation on Future Hub Stage
- May 2025LaunchUR7e listed as ready for immediate delivery
- 2025DeploymentUR8 Long Deployed for Welding Automation
- 2025LaunchUniversal Robots Unveils UR8 Long at FABTECH 2025
- 2015AcquisitionAcquired by Teradyne
- 2008LaunchFirst commercially viable cobot
- 2005MilestoneCompany founded
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the UR18?
- The UR18 is developed by Universal Robots, based in Denmark.
- What type of robot is the UR18?
- The UR18 is a Cobot made by Universal Robots.
- How much does the UR18 cost?
- The UR18 is listed at $65,065–$68,435 USD in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure is unverified and not confirmed by Universal Robots — contact them for a quote.
- What are the key specifications of the UR18?
- Key specifications of the UR18: type six axis collaborative, axes 6, payload 18 kg, reach 950 mm, weight 39.2 kg.
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