AUBO-i5 vs Zu7: Which Is Better in 2026?

Independent spec-by-spec comparison of the AUBO-i5 Collaborative Robot and JAKA Zu7 Collaborative Robot. Real pricing, verified specs, no affiliate bias.

A

AUBO

~$6,000–$10,000Estimate

Industry estimate · Updated 2026-03

Payload

5 kg

Reach

924 mm

Axes

6

Repeatability

0.02 mm

CEUL
VS
Z

JAKA

~$12,000–$18,000Estimate

Industry estimate · Updated 2026-03

Payload

7 kg

Reach

954 mm

Axes

6

Repeatability

0.02 mm

CE

AUBO-i5 is 47% cheaper than Zu7

Price Comparison

AUBO-i5

~$6,000–$10,000

Industry estimate

✓ Lower price

Zu7

~$12,000–$18,000

Industry estimate

The Zu7 costs 47% more than the AUBO-i5.

Winner by Category

Category
AUBO-i5
Zu7
Price
$8,000
Winner
$15,000
Payload
5 kg
7 kg
Winner
Reach
924 mm
954 mm
Winner
Precision
±0.02 mm
Winner
±0.02 mm
Max Speed
Value for Money
Better value
Winner
Higher cost/spec

Full Spec Comparison

SpecAUBO-i5Zu7
Payload5 kg7 kg
Reach924 mm954 mm
Axes66
Repeatability0.02 mm0.02 mm
Certifications
CEUL
CE

Our Verdict

On price, the AUBO-i5 comes in 88% cheaper than the Zu7 — a meaningful gap if budget is the primary constraint.

For payload capacity, the Zu7 handles 7kg vs the AUBO-i5's 5kg — a 40% advantage for heavier tasks.

**Choose the AUBO-i5** if you need the stronger all-round performer across specs and value.

**Choose the Zu7** if its specific strengths — such as longer reach — align with your use case.

Best For

AUBO-i5

  • pick and place
  • CNC tending
  • assembly
  • general manufacturing

Zu7

  • machine tending
  • welding
  • automotive
  • general manufacturing

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