RankedABB GoFa (CRB 15000) vs Universal Robots UR20
Key facts
ABB GoFa (CRB 15000) (ABB Robotics (ABB Ltd); Shipping) and Universal Robots UR20 (Universal Robots; Shipping) are both collaborative robot arm (cobot)s. Published figures: payload 5 kg (11 lb) vs 20 kg (44 lb); reach 950 mm (37.4 in) vs 1,750 mm (68.9 in); repeatability 0.02 mm vs 0.1 mm; tool speed 2.2 m/s (7.9 km/h · 4.9 mph) vs 5 m/s (18 km/h · 11.2 mph). Published for only one of them: weight (Universal Robots UR20: 64 kg (141 lb)). Only Universal Robots UR20 has a public price: US$62,990 (Standard), US (Electromate, authorized distributor) (reported price). Robot 500: ABB GoFa (CRB 15000) #73 (score 58.0), Universal Robots UR20 #6 (score 70.7). Disclosure: ABB GoFa (CRB 15000) has 20 sourced values (83% of tracked fields), Universal Robots UR20 has 21 (100%).
Cite: RankedRobot, https://rankedrobot.com/compare/abb-gofa-crb-15000-vs-universal-robots-ur20/ (checked 2026-09-25) · Every figure below links to its source · ABB GoFa (CRB 15000) spec sheet · Universal Robots UR20 spec sheet
| Spec | ABB GoFa (CRB 15000) | Universal Robots UR20 |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Shipping | Shipping |
| Price | Not published | US$62,990 (Standard), US (Electromate, authorized distributor) (reported price) source |
| Robot 500 | #73 · 58.0 | #6 · 70.7 |
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| Body | ||
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| Arm | ||
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| Repeatability | ||
| Max tool speed | 2.2 m/s (7.9 km/h · 4.9 mph)ManufacturerSource: abb.com (2026-09-25)Maker's figure is an "up to" value. | |
| Joint ranges | Base and Shoulder: ±360° working range, ±120°/s max speed (other joints not captured this session)ManufacturerSource: universal-robots.com (2026-09-25) | |
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| Programming | Tablet/smartphone-style app-based programming (ABB Wizard easy programming); lead-through teachingManufacturerSource: new.abb.com (2026-09-25) | PolyScope graphical user interface on 12-inch touchscreenManufacturerSource: universal-robots.com (2026-09-25) |
| Payload | ||
| Payload | GoFa 5 (CRB 15000-5/0.95):5 kg (11 lb)ManufacturerSource: abb.com (2026-09-25)Conditions: Nominal rated payload, stationary/mounted arm. GoFa 10 (CRB 15000-10/1.52):12 kg (26 lb)ManufacturerSource: abb.com (2026-09-25)Conditions: ABB's site marks this figure with a footnote (conditional rating); exact condition text not captured within budget. GoFa 12 (CRB 15000-12/1.27):14 kg (31 lb)ManufacturerSource: abb.com (2026-09-25)Conditions: ABB's site marks this figure with a footnote (conditional rating); exact condition text not captured within budget. | 20 kg (44 lb)ManufacturerSource: universal-robots.com (2026-09-25)Conditions: Maximum standard payload of the arm (stationary, mounted); not a mobile/carry robot. 25 kg extended payload available under boundary conditions per the manual. |
| Software | ||
| SDK | ABB RobotStudio (offline programming/simulation); FlexPendant/Wizard easy-programming interfaceManufacturerSource: abb.com (2026-09-25) | URScript scripting language; official ROS and ROS2 drivers (ur_robot_driver)ManufacturerSource: docs.universal-robots.com (2026-09-25) |
| ROS support | Not tracked | |
| Safety | ||
| Certifications | ISO 10218-1 (collaborative robot safety standard framework)⚠ UnconfirmedSource: new.abb.com (2026-09-25) | EN ISO 13849-1 (PLd, Cat.3); EN ISO 10218-1; UL 1740ManufacturerSource: universal-robots.com (2026-09-25) |
Confidence labels: Manufacturer = stated by the maker · Verified = independently confirmed · Reported = credible media or retailer, not confirmed by the maker · ⚠ Unconfirmed = leak or single source · Not disclosed = not published. We never estimate missing figures. Add more robots to this comparison.
Quick answers
What is the difference between the ABB GoFa (CRB 15000) and the Universal Robots UR20?
Published figures: payload 5 kg (11 lb) vs 20 kg (44 lb); reach 950 mm (37.4 in) vs 1,750 mm (68.9 in); repeatability 0.02 mm vs 0.1 mm; tool speed 2.2 m/s (7.9 km/h · 4.9 mph) vs 5 m/s (18 km/h · 11.2 mph). Published for only one of them: weight (Universal Robots UR20: 64 kg (141 lb)).
Which is cheaper, the ABB GoFa (CRB 15000) or the Universal Robots UR20?
Only Universal Robots UR20 has a public price: US$62,990 (Standard), US (Electromate, authorized distributor) (reported price). Prices are shown exactly as published, never converted or estimated.
Which ranks higher in the Robot 500, the ABB GoFa (CRB 15000) or the Universal Robots UR20?
Robot 500: ABB GoFa (CRB 15000) #73 (score 58.0), Universal Robots UR20 #6 (score 70.7). Method: https://rankedrobot.com/robot500/#method
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