FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S vs Yaskawa GP4: 4 kg Robot Comparison
Updated: 12 hours ago
IN A NUTSHELL
🔎 THE KEY DIFFERENCE Both are compared at 4 kg and a 550 mm stated reach. The useful difference is the robot configuration and how it fits your equipment, rather than a headline size advantage. |
→ CONSIDER FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S Consider it when its controls, mounting and local support suit your existing equipment. This article compares 4 kg with a published reach of 550 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
→ CONSIDER Yaskawa Motoman GP4 Consider it when its controls, mounting and local support suit your existing equipment. This article compares 4 kg with a published reach of 550 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
💡 THE TAKEAWAY Choose the robot that handles your actual tool and part through the required path, with controls and support your team can use. Compare complete installation quotes, rather than arm-only prices. |
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S and the Yaskawa Motoman GP4 are direct competitors: compact robots carrying 4 kg over 550 mm at ±0.01 mm. The LR Mate weighs 20 kg against 28 kg. The GP4 is listed about 21% lower.
Quick verdict. The Yaskawa GP4 is the better value for small-part handling and assembly, with the same envelope and precision at a listed price $3,500 lower. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S is the better choice for a lighter arm and FANUC-standardized cells.
LR Mate 200iD/4S and GP4 at a glance
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S carries 4 kg over 550 mm, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 20 kg and runs on the R-30iB Mate Plus controller.
The Yaskawa Motoman GP4 carries 4 kg over 550 mm, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 28 kg and runs on the YRC1000 or YRC1000micro controller.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S | Yaskawa Motoman GP4 |
Brand | FANUC | Yaskawa Motoman |
Listed price | $16,500 | $13,000 |
Payload | 4 kg | 4 kg |
Reach | 550 mm | 550 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.01 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Arm weight | 20 kg | 28 kg |
Controller | R-30iB Mate Plus | YRC1000 / YRC1000micro |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S: listed from $16,500
Yaskawa GP4: listed from $13,000
Difference: $3,500
The GP4 costs roughly 21% less
Same envelope
Both carry 4 kg, reach 550 mm and repeat to ±0.01 mm, which suits electronics, small assemblies and lab automation. On paper the two cover identical work, so price, weight and controller decide.
Weight and mounting
The LR Mate 200iD/4S weighs 20 kg, 8 kg less than the 28 kg GP4, which helps inside machines and on light frames. The LR Mate mounts on the floor, upside-down or at an angle; the GP4 on the floor, wall, ceiling or tilted.
Controllers
FANUC runs the LR Mate 200iD/4S on the compact R-30iB Mate Plus. Yaskawa runs the GP4 on the YRC1000 or the compact YRC1000micro. Both list material handling, machine tending, assembly, packaging, inspection and dispensing.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD/4S
Small-part assembly in FANUC cells
Machine-mounted handling
Lab automation
Best applications for the Yaskawa GP4
Small-part handling on a budget
Electronics assembly
Wall or ceiling-mounted cells
LR Mate 200iD/4S advantages
20 kg arm
±0.01 mm repeatability
LR Mate 200iD/4S limitations
About $3,500 higher listed price
Yaskawa GP4 advantages
About 21% lower listed price
Same 4 kg, 550 mm and ±0.01 mm
Yaskawa GP4 limitations
28 kg arm
Final verdict
Choose the Yaskawa GP4 for value. Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S for a lighter arm and FANUC cells.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4S or the Yaskawa GP4?
The GP4 is listed from $13,000 and the LR Mate 200iD/4S from $16,500, a difference of $3,500.
Do both carry 4 kg over 550 mm?
Yes.
Which robot is more precise?
Both publish ±0.01 mm.
Which robot is lighter?
The LR Mate 200iD/4S weighs 20 kg; the GP4 28 kg.
Which controllers do they use?
The LR Mate uses the R-30iB Mate Plus; the GP4 the YRC1000 or YRC1000micro.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the GP4 for value. Choose the LR Mate 200iD/4S for a lighter arm.
