RankedTechman Robot TM12 vs Universal Robots UR5e
Key facts
Techman Robot TM12 (Techman Robot Inc.; Shipping) and Universal Robots UR5e (Universal Robots; Shipping) are both collaborative robot arm (cobot)s. Published figures: weight 33 kg (73 lb) vs 20.7 kg (46 lb); payload 12 kg (26 lb) vs 5 kg (11 lb); reach 1,300 mm (51.2 in) vs 850 mm (33.5 in). Published for only one of them: repeatability (Universal Robots UR5e: 0.03 mm); tool speed (Universal Robots UR5e: 1 m/s (3.6 km/h · 2.2 mph)). Only Universal Robots UR5e has a public price: US$34,527 (Standard), US (Electromate, authorized distributor) (reported price). RankedRobot rank among collaborative robot arms (cobots): Techman Robot TM12 #5 of 12 (score 60.8, grade C), Universal Robots UR5e #6 of 12 (score 57.1, grade A). Disclosure: Techman Robot TM12 has 14 sourced values (70% of tracked fields), Universal Robots UR5e has 21 (100%).
Cite: RankedRobot, https://rankedrobot.com/compare/techman-tm12-vs-universal-robots-ur5e/ (checked 2026-09-25) · Every figure below links to its source · Techman Robot TM12 spec sheet · Universal Robots UR5e spec sheet
| Spec | Techman Robot TM12 | Universal Robots UR5e |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Shipping | Shipping |
| Price | Not published | US$34,527 (Standard), US (Electromate, authorized distributor) (reported price) source |
| Rank in category | #5 of 12 · 60.8 · grade C | #6 of 12 · 57.1 · grade A |
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| Body | ||
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| Arm | ||
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| Axes | ||
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| Max tool speed | ||
| Joint ranges | Unlimited rotation of tool flange; ±360° for all other jointsManufacturerSource: universal-robots.com (2026-09-25) | |
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| Programming | TMflow node-based graphical programming; hand-guiding; visual calibration boardManufacturerSource: tm-robot.com (2026-09-25) | PolyScope graphical user interface on 12-inch touchscreenManufacturerSource: universal-robots.com (2026-09-25) |
| Payload | ||
| Payload | 12 kg (26 lb)ManufacturerSource: tm-robot.com (2026-09-25)Conditions: Rated payload of the arm (stationary, mounted). | 5 kg (11 lb)ManufacturerSource: universal-robots.com (2026-09-25)Conditions: Maximum payload of the arm as stated on the official tech spec sheet; not a mobile/carry robot. |
| Software | ||
| SDK | TMflow (node-based graphical programming); TMcraft (custom plugin/2nd development in C#/WPF)ManufacturerSource: tm-robot.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 | |
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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 Techman Robot TM12 and the Universal Robots UR5e?
Published figures: weight 33 kg (73 lb) vs 20.7 kg (46 lb); payload 12 kg (26 lb) vs 5 kg (11 lb); reach 1,300 mm (51.2 in) vs 850 mm (33.5 in). Published for only one of them: repeatability (Universal Robots UR5e: 0.03 mm); tool speed (Universal Robots UR5e: 1 m/s (3.6 km/h · 2.2 mph)).
Which is cheaper, the Techman Robot TM12 or the Universal Robots UR5e?
Only Universal Robots UR5e has a public price: US$34,527 (Standard), US (Electromate, authorized distributor) (reported price). Prices are shown exactly as published, never converted or estimated.
Which ranks higher, the Techman Robot TM12 or the Universal Robots UR5e?
RankedRobot rank among collaborative robot arms (cobots): Techman Robot TM12 #5 of 12 (score 60.8, grade C), Universal Robots UR5e #6 of 12 (score 57.1, grade A). Method: https://rankedrobot.com/robot500/#method
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