RankedUniversal Robots UR20 vs Universal Robots UR5e
Key facts
Universal Robots UR20 (Universal Robots; Shipping) and Universal Robots UR5e (Universal Robots; Shipping) are both collaborative robot arm (cobot)s. Published figures: weight 64 kg (141 lb) vs 20.7 kg (46 lb); payload 20 kg (44 lb) vs 5 kg (11 lb); reach 1,750 mm (68.9 in) vs 850 mm (33.5 in); repeatability 0.1 mm vs 0.03 mm; tool speed 5 m/s (18 km/h · 11.2 mph) vs 1 m/s (3.6 km/h · 2.2 mph). Price: Universal Robots UR20 US$62,990 (Standard), US (Electromate, authorized distributor) (reported price); Universal Robots UR5e US$34,527 (Standard), US (Electromate, authorized distributor) (reported price). Robot 500: Universal Robots UR20 #6 (score 70.7), Universal Robots UR5e #68 (score 58.5). Disclosure: Universal Robots UR20 has 21 sourced values (100% of tracked fields), Universal Robots UR5e has 21 (100%).
Cite: RankedRobot, https://rankedrobot.com/compare/universal-robots-ur20-vs-universal-robots-ur5e/ (checked 2026-09-25) · Every figure below links to its source · Universal Robots UR20 spec sheet · Universal Robots UR5e spec sheet
| Spec | Universal Robots UR20 | Universal Robots UR5e |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Shipping | Shipping |
| Price | US$62,990 (Standard), US (Electromate, authorized distributor) (reported price) source | US$34,527 (Standard), US (Electromate, authorized distributor) (reported price) source |
| Robot 500 | #6 · 70.7 | #68 · 58.5 |
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| Announced | ||
| Status | ||
| Body | ||
| Weight | ||
| IP rating | ||
| Arm | ||
| Reach | ||
| Axes | ||
| Repeatability | ||
| Max tool speed | ||
| 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) | Unlimited rotation of tool flange; ±360° for all other jointsManufacturerSource: universal-robots.com (2026-09-25) |
| Footprint | ||
| Power consumption | ||
| Programming | PolyScope graphical user interface on 12-inch touchscreenManufacturerSource: universal-robots.com (2026-09-25) | PolyScope graphical user interface on 12-inch touchscreenManufacturerSource: universal-robots.com (2026-09-25) |
| Payload | ||
| Payload | 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. | 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 | URScript scripting language; official ROS and ROS2 drivers (ur_robot_driver)ManufacturerSource: docs.universal-robots.com (2026-09-25) | URScript scripting language; official ROS and ROS2 drivers (ur_robot_driver)ManufacturerSource: docs.universal-robots.com (2026-09-25) |
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| Safety | ||
| Certifications | 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 Universal Robots UR20 and the Universal Robots UR5e?
Published figures: weight 64 kg (141 lb) vs 20.7 kg (46 lb); payload 20 kg (44 lb) vs 5 kg (11 lb); reach 1,750 mm (68.9 in) vs 850 mm (33.5 in); repeatability 0.1 mm vs 0.03 mm; tool speed 5 m/s (18 km/h · 11.2 mph) vs 1 m/s (3.6 km/h · 2.2 mph). Price: Universal Robots UR20 US$62,990 (Standard), US (Electromate, authorized distributor) (reported price); Universal Robots UR5e US$34,527 (Standard), US (Electromate, authorized distributor) (reported price).
Which is cheaper, the Universal Robots UR20 or the Universal Robots UR5e?
Price: Universal Robots UR20 US$62,990 (Standard), US (Electromate, authorized distributor) (reported price); Universal Robots UR5e US$34,527 (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 Universal Robots UR20 or the Universal Robots UR5e?
Robot 500: Universal Robots UR20 #6 (score 70.7), Universal Robots UR5e #68 (score 58.5). Method: https://rankedrobot.com/robot500/#method
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