AUBO-i5 vs xArm 7: Which Is Better in 2026?

Independent spec-by-spec comparison of the AUBO-i5 Collaborative Robot and UFACTORY xArm 7 DoF Robotic Arm. 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
x

UFACTORY

$10,449Verified

Top3DShop (verified) · Updated 2026-03

Payload

5 kg

Reach

700 mm

Axes

7

Repeatability

0.1 mm

CE

AUBO-i5 is 23% cheaper than xArm 7

Price Comparison

AUBO-i5

~$6,000–$10,000

Industry estimate

✓ Lower price

xArm 7

$10,449

Top3DShop (verified)

The xArm 7 costs 23% more than the AUBO-i5.

Winner by Category

Category
AUBO-i5
xArm 7
Price
$8,000
Winner
$10,449
Payload
5 kg
Winner
5 kg
Reach
924 mm
Winner
700 mm
Precision
±0.02 mm
Winner
±0.1 mm
Max Speed
Value for Money
Better value
Winner
Higher cost/spec

Full Spec Comparison

SpecAUBO-i5xArm 7
Payload5 kg5 kg
Reach924 mm700 mm
Axes67
Repeatability0.02 mm0.1 mm
Certifications
CEUL
CE

Our Verdict

On price, the AUBO-i5 comes in 31% cheaper than the xArm 7 — a meaningful gap if budget is the primary constraint.

Both robots share the same 5kg payload capacity, making this a wash for most applications.

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

**Choose the xArm 7** if its specific strengths — such as ecosystem support — align with your use case.

Best For

AUBO-i5

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

xArm 7

  • complex motion research
  • obstacle avoidance
  • advanced manipulation

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