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.
AUBO
Industry estimate · Updated 2026-03
Payload
5 kg
Reach
924 mm
Axes
6
Repeatability
0.02 mm
Universal Robots
Industry estimate · Updated 2026-03
Payload
5 kg
Reach
850 mm
Axes
6
Repeatability
0.03 mm
AUBO-i5 is 84% cheaper than UR5e
Price Comparison
AUBO-i5
~$6,000–$10,000
Industry estimate
✓ Lower priceUR5e
~$45,000–$55,000
Industry estimate
The UR5e costs 84% more than the AUBO-i5.
Winner by Category
Full Spec Comparison
| Spec | AUBO-i5 | UR5e |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 5 kg | 5 kg |
| Reach | 924 mm | 850 mm |
| Axes | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability | 0.02 mm | 0.03 mm |
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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