Robotic Arms
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Robotic arms are the most mature and price-transparent robotics category — from desktop education arms costing a few hundred dollars (myCobot) to industrial six-axis arms in the tens of thousands (UR, Franka). Key specs: payload (kg), reach (mm), repeatability (±mm) and DoF. Collaborative arms (cobots) work without safety fences and suit SME line upgrades; industrial arms prioritize speed and precision and usually need a professional integrator.
Elite Robots
Robotic Arms
Suzhou cobot maker with global certifications
AUBO Robotics
Robotic Arms
Cost-effective collaborative robots from China
JAKA Robotics
Robotic Arms
Chinese cobot leader strong in 3C manufacturing
Flexiv
Robotic Arms
Adaptive robotic arms for flexible manufacturing.
Mujin
Robotic Arms
Intelligent robotic arm control for complex industrial automation.
Standard Bots
Robotic Arms
Collaborative robots for modern manufacturing
Kinova
Robotic Arms
Lightweight robotic arms for diverse applications
Dobot MG400
Robotic Arms
Compact desktop arm for light automation
Universal Robots
Robotic Arms
The cobot pioneer for flexible production
UFACTORY xArm
Robotic Arms
Cost-effective cobot with open SDK
Franka Robotics
Robotic Arms
Research cobot with 7-axis torque sensing
Elephant myCobot
Robotic Arms
Desktop cobot for education and makers
FAQ
Desktop vs industrial robotic arms?
Desktop arms carry under 1kg with modest precision at a few hundred dollars — great for learning and prototypes. Industrial arms handle 3-20kg+ at ±0.02mm repeatability for real production lines.
Are cobots worth it for small manufacturers?
Yes. Cobots like UR and AUBO need no safety fencing, are easy to program, and typically pay back in 1-2 years on machine-tending, screwdriving and inspection stations.
What hidden costs should I expect?
End effectors (often 20-30% of budget), integration and commissioning, safety assessment, and operator training. The bare arm is only part of the total cost.