Quick take
Industrial robotics cobots are not a single purchase type. You might need a complete arm that can go straight into a workcell, a package that requires repair before it runs, or a gripper that attaches to a cobot you already own. These four options cover that span: two Universal Robots arms, a UR-compatible gripper, and an Omron TM5-700. The first decision is about whether you are buying a ready-to-run robot, a repair project, or an add-on tool. Once you know that, the listed prices and conditions make the choice much clearer.
Listed prices at a glance
| Product | Listed price | Price bar | What stands out |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universal Robots UR5 Collaborative Robot Package | USD 12,750.00 | Parts-condition arm package with two UR5 systems | |
| Universal Robots UR5e Collaborative Robot (Cobot) - 5 kg Payload, Low Hours | USD 21,000.00 | Used low-hours e-Series arm | |
| New! piab piCOBOT Collaborative Robot Gripper for Universal Robots | USD 1,169.95 | New open-box UR-compatible gripper | |
| Omron Collaborative Robot - TM5-700 - #RT6-0007021; NEW UNOPENED BOX | USD 16,500.00 | New unopened-box arm with built-in vision |
Decision matrix
- Universal Robots UR5 Collaborative Robot Package - Choose this if your team can work through a repair/decommissioning project and wants the controllers, teach pendants, mobile steel pedestals, case packer tooling, and safety scanner included with the two arms.
- Universal Robots UR5e Collaborative Robot (Cobot) - 5 kg Payload, Low Hours - Choose this if you need a used e-Series arm with 850 mm reach and a 5 kg payload for medium-duty automation tasks.
- New! piab piCOBOT Collaborative Robot Gripper for Universal Robots - Choose this if you already have a Universal Robots arm and need a gripper add-on for handling work.
- Omron Collaborative Robot - TM5-700 - #RT6-0007021; NEW UNOPENED BOX - Choose this if you want a TM5-700 for assembly, packaging, inspection, or logistics workflows.
Product notes
Universal Robots UR5 Collaborative Robot Package
At USD 12,750.00, this package is the least expensive complete-arm option in the group, and it comes as two UR5 systems rather than one. Included are controllers, cabling, a teach pendant, a controller tablet, mobile steel pedestals, pneumatic end-of-arm case packer tooling, and a safety scanner. The main reason to choose it is the amount of hardware included for the price. The limitation is the condition: it is marked for parts or not working, and the primary unit is untested since removal. Expect to spend time on repair and re-commissioning. If you are not prepared for that level of risk, a ready-to-run arm is a better fit.
Universal Robots UR5e Collaborative Robot (Cobot) - 5 kg Payload, Low Hours
Priced at USD 21,000.00, the UR5e is the most expensive option here, but it is the e-Series arm among these options. It is a used unit with low hours, and the 5 kg payload with 850 mm reach puts it in the medium-duty range. Integrated 6-axis force/torque sensing and ±0.03 mm repeatability make it suitable for precision insertion, polishing, and delicate handling, while the 12-inch PolyScope touchscreen supports hand-guided programming. The limitation is the used condition and the higher price; if your priority is a new arm or a lower spend, one of the other arms may make more sense.
New! piab piCOBOT Collaborative Robot Gripper for Universal Robots
The piab piCOBOT is not a robot arm; it is a claw clamping/gripper designed specifically for Universal Robots. At USD 1,169.95, it is the least expensive item in this comparison and comes as a new open-box unit. The Germany-made construction and handling-focused design make it a straightforward add-on if you already run a UR arm and need to pick, place, or clamp parts. The limitation is that it cannot move on its own: you need a compatible UR robot in place before this gripper becomes useful. For a team with an existing cobot, it is a way to expand capability without buying another arm.
Omron Collaborative Robot - TM5-700 - #RT6-0007021; NEW UNOPENED BOX
The Omron TM5-700 is priced at USD 16,500.00 and comes in a new unopened box. With a 6 kg payload and 700 mm reach, it offers the highest payload among the arms here, and its built-in vision-based control is a strong feature for assembly, packaging, inspection, and logistics. The graphical programming environment, TMvision, Landmark, and communication options such as EtherNet/IP, MODBUS, and PROFINET are part of the package. The limitation is reach: 700 mm is shorter than the 850 mm reach of the two Universal Robots arms. For tasks that need a longer sweep, one of the UR arms may be a better starting point.
Final recommendation by use case
- Best for medium-duty automation: Universal Robots UR5e Collaborative Robot (Cobot) - 5 kg Payload, Low Hours
- Best for assembly and logistics: Omron Collaborative Robot - TM5-700 - #RT6-0007021; NEW UNOPENED BOX
- Best for a repair project: Universal Robots UR5 Collaborative Robot Package
- Best for adding a gripper to a UR arm: New! piab piCOBOT Collaborative Robot Gripper for Universal Robots
