UR16e vs DOBOT CR16A: 16 kg Cobot Comparison of Price, Speed and Precision
Updated: 9 hours ago
IN A NUTSHELL
🔎 THE KEY DIFFERENCE Both are compared at 16 kg. DOBOT CR16A has the longer stated reach, which may help reach separated fixtures; it does not guarantee access at every tool angle. |
→ CONSIDER Universal Robots UR16e Consider it when its stated load and reach already cover your task and its controls fit your equipment. This article compares 16 kg with a published reach of 900 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
→ CONSIDER DOBOT CR16A Consider it when extra reach is useful while the compared load capacity is the same. This article compares 16 kg with a published reach of 1000 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
💡 THE TAKEAWAY Check the real tool, movement path and safety assessment before choosing. A collaborative label does not make every task safe without guarding; compare complete installation quotes. |
The Universal Robots UR16e and the DOBOT CR16A both carry 16 kg. The CR16A, from DOBOT's current CRA series, reaches further, moves faster, repeats more tightly and costs about half as much. The UR16e answers with a lighter arm, a built-in force/torque sensor and the UR+ ecosystem.
Quick verdict. The DOBOT CR16A is the value choice, with a listed price about 52% lower, 100 mm more working radius, ±0.03 mm repeatability and a 4 m/s speed. The UR16e is the better choice for force-controlled heavy tasks and plants with existing UR cells.
UR16e and DOBOT CR16A at a glance
The UR16e carries 16 kg over 900 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm and weighs 33.1 kg, with a ±160 N / ±10 Nm force/torque sensor at the flange.
The CR16A carries 16 kg over a 1000 mm working radius, repeats to ±0.03 mm, weighs 40 kg and mounts at any angle.
Main specification comparison
Specification | Universal Robots UR16e | DOBOT CR16A |
Brand | Universal Robots | DOBOT |
Listed price | $59,300 | $28,400 |
Payload | 16 kg | 16 kg |
Reach | 900 mm | 1000 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.03 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | 3 m/s maximum TCP speed | 4 m/s max. linear speed |
Arm weight | 33.1 kg | 40 kg |
IP rating | IP54 | IP54 |
Controller | UR control box CB 5.5 / CB 5.6 | Not specified |
Price comparison
UR16e: listed from $59,300
DOBOT CR16A: listed from $28,400
Difference: $30,900
The CR16A costs roughly 52% less
Payload and reach
Both robots carry 16 kg. The CR16A has a 1000 mm working radius, 100 mm more than the UR16e.
Speed and precision
DOBOT publishes a 4 m/s maximum linear speed for the CR16A, against 3 m/s for the UR16e. The CR16A also publishes ±0.03 mm repeatability, against ±0.05 mm.
Weight and sensing
The UR16e weighs 33.1 kg, about 7 kg less than the CR16A, and measures force at the tool flange for heavy screwdriving and pressing. Both arms are rated IP54.
Programming and connectivity
The UR16e runs PolyScope and supports PROFINET with PROFIsafe, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP and ROS/ROS2, with UR+ accessories.
The CR16A is programmed in DobotStudio Pro with blocks, scripts and hand-guided teaching. DOBOT publishes Modbus TCP and RTU, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, RS485, 24 digital inputs, 24 digital outputs and 10 safety I/O channels.
Best applications for the UR16e
Heavy screwdriving and nutrunning
Force-controlled pressing
Plants with existing UR cells
Best applications for the DOBOT CR16A
Budget-conscious heavy handling
Fast machine tending up to 16 kg
Cells that need many I/O channels
UR16e advantages
Built-in ±160 N force/torque sensor
33.1 kg arm
UR+ ecosystem
UR16e limitations
About $30,900 higher listed price
900 mm reach
DOBOT CR16A advantages
About 52% lower listed price
4 m/s speed and ±0.03 mm repeatability
24 DI, 24 DO and 10 safety I/O channels
DOBOT CR16A limitations
40 kg arm
Final verdict
Choose the DOBOT CR16A for value, speed and precision. Choose the UR16e for force-controlled heavy tasks and the UR+ ecosystem.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the UR16e or the DOBOT CR16A?
The CR16A is listed from $28,400 and the UR16e from $59,300, a difference of $30,900.
Do both robots carry 16 kg?
Yes. Both are rated for 16 kg.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The CR16A has a 1000 mm working radius and the UR16e reaches 900 mm.
Which robot is faster?
The CR16A publishes 4 m/s and the UR16e 3 m/s.
Which robot is more precise?
The CR16A publishes ±0.03 mm repeatability and the UR16e ±0.05 mm.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the CR16A for value and speed. Choose the UR16e for force control and UR+ accessories.
