AUBO-i5 vs UR5e: Which Is Better in 2026?

Independent spec-by-spec comparison of the AUBO-i5 Collaborative Robot and Universal Robots UR5e. 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
U

Universal Robots

~$45,000–$55,000Estimate

Industry estimate · Updated 2026-03

Payload

5 kg

Reach

850 mm

Axes

6

Repeatability

0.03 mm

CEULISO 13849-1

AUBO-i5 is 84% cheaper than UR5e

Price Comparison

AUBO-i5

~$6,000–$10,000

Industry estimate

✓ Lower price

UR5e

~$45,000–$55,000

Industry estimate

The UR5e costs 84% more than the AUBO-i5.

Winner by Category

Category
AUBO-i5
UR5e
Price
$8,000
Winner
$50,000
Payload
5 kg
Winner
5 kg
Reach
924 mm
Winner
850 mm
Precision
±0.02 mm
Winner
±0.03 mm
Max Speed
Value for Money
Better value
Winner
Higher cost/spec

Full Spec Comparison

SpecAUBO-i5UR5e
Payload5 kg5 kg
Reach924 mm850 mm
Axes66
Repeatability0.02 mm0.03 mm
Certifications
CEUL
CEULISO 13849-1

Our Verdict

On price, the AUBO-i5 comes in 525% cheaper than the UR5e — 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 UR5e** 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

UR5e

  • general manufacturing
  • machine tending
  • assembly
  • quality inspection

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