FANUC LR Mate 200iD vs Yaskawa AR700: Small Robot Comparison
Updated: 11 hours ago
IN A NUTSHELL
🔎 THE KEY DIFFERENCE Yaskawa Motoman AR700 has the higher stated load capacity and longer stated reach. Those figures help shortlist it for heavier loads or wider layouts, but do not prove a faster production cycle. |
→ CONSIDER FANUC LR Mate 200iD Consider it when its stated load and reach already cover your task and its controls fit your equipment. This article compares 7 kg with a published reach of 717 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
→ CONSIDER Yaskawa Motoman AR700 Consider it when additional load capacity and reach matter. This article compares 8 kg with a published reach of 727 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 and the Yaskawa Motoman AR700 are compact robots with almost the same reach: 717 mm and 727 mm. The LR Mate is a 7 kg handling robot with ±0.01 mm and IP67. The AR700 is an 8 kg arc welding robot listed about 11% lower.
Quick verdict. The Yaskawa AR700 is the better choice for welding small parts, with 8 kg and a listed price $2,000 lower. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD is the better choice for precise handling, assembly and machine tending, with ±0.01 mm, a 25 kg arm and IP67.
LR Mate 200iD and AR700 at a glance
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD carries 7 kg over 717 mm, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 25 kg and runs on the R-30iB Mate Plus controller. FANUC rates it IP67, with IP69K as an option.
The Yaskawa Motoman AR700 carries 8 kg over 727 mm, repeats to ±0.02 mm, weighs 32 kg and runs on the YRC1000 controller.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD | Yaskawa Motoman AR700 |
Brand | FANUC | Yaskawa Motoman |
Listed price | $17,500 | $15,500 |
Payload | 7 kg | 8 kg |
Reach | 717 mm | 727 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.02 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Arm weight | 25 kg | 32 kg |
IP rating | IP67 (IP69K optional) | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Mate Plus | YRC1000 |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD: listed from $17,500
Yaskawa AR700: listed from $15,500
Difference: $2,000
The AR700 costs roughly 11% less
Process focus
Yaskawa builds the AR700 for arc welding, spot welding and cutting. FANUC positions the LR Mate 200iD for handling, machine tending, assembly, packaging, inspection and dispensing. With nearly identical reach, the process is the main deciding factor.
Precision and payload
FANUC publishes ±0.01 mm for the LR Mate 200iD, against ±0.02 mm for the AR700. The AR700 carries 8 kg, 1 kg more, which helps with welding torches and cable packages.
Weight, protection and installation
The LR Mate weighs 25 kg and is rated IP67, with IP69K optional for washdown. The AR700 weighs 32 kg and installs on the floor, wall, ceiling or tilted. The LR Mate runs on the compact R-30iB Mate Plus; the AR700 on the YRC1000.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD
Precise small-part assembly
Machine tending with coolant
Inspection
Best applications for the Yaskawa AR700
Arc welding of small parts
Compact welding cells
Cutting
LR Mate 200iD advantages
±0.01 mm repeatability
25 kg arm
IP67, IP69K optional
LR Mate 200iD limitations
About $2,000 higher listed price
Yaskawa AR700 advantages
About 11% lower listed price
Built for arc welding
8 kg payload
Yaskawa AR700 limitations
±0.02 mm repeatability
Final verdict
Choose the Yaskawa AR700 for welding. Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD for precise handling.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD or the Yaskawa AR700?
The AR700 is listed from $15,500 and the LR Mate 200iD from $17,500, a difference of $2,000.
Which robot is built for welding?
The AR700.
Which robot is more precise?
The LR Mate 200iD publishes ±0.01 mm and the AR700 ±0.02 mm.
Which robot carries more?
The AR700 carries 8 kg; the LR Mate 200iD 7 kg.
Which robot has the longer reach?
They are close: 727 mm for the AR700 and 717 mm for the LR Mate.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the AR700 for welding. Choose the LR Mate 200iD for handling.
