UR3e vs ROKAE xMate SR5: Cobot Comparison of Payload, Reach and Price
The Universal Robots UR3e and the ROKAE xMate SR5 share ±0.03 mm repeatability, IP54 and force sensing at the flange. The SR5 carries 2 kg more, reaches 419 mm further and costs about 48% less. The UR3e is faster and lighter.
Quick verdict. The ROKAE xMate SR5 offers more envelope for less, with 5 kg payload, 919 mm reach and a listed price about 48% lower. The UR3e is the better choice for fast, compact benchtop cells, with a 3 m/s tool speed, an 11.2 kg arm and UR+ accessories.
UR3e and xMate SR5 at a glance
The UR3e carries 3 kg over 500 mm, repeats to ±0.03 mm and weighs 11.2 kg.
The ROKAE xMate SR5 carries 5 kg over 919 mm, repeats to ±0.03 mm, weighs about 16.5 kg and is rated IP54.
Main specification comparison
Specification | Universal Robots UR3e | ROKAE xMate SR5-C |
Brand | Universal Robots | ROKAE |
Listed price | $33,800 | $17,500 |
Payload | 3 kg | 5 kg |
Reach | 500 mm | 919 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.03 mm | ±0.03 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | 3 m/s maximum TCP speed | 2.0 m/s (tool end) |
Arm weight | 11.2 kg | about 16.5 kg |
IP rating | IP54 | IP54 |
Controller | UR control box CB 5.5 / CB 5.6 | xMate SR Cab (MSC) |
Price comparison
UR3e: listed from $33,800
ROKAE xMate SR5: listed from $17,500
Difference: $16,300
The xMate SR5 costs roughly 48% less
Payload and reach
The SR5 carries 5 kg against 3 kg and reaches 919 mm against 500 mm. Light assembly, inspection and machine tending over a wider area favor the SR5, which mounts at any angle.
Precision and speed
Both arms repeat to ±0.03 mm and have six-axis force sensing at the tool flange. Universal Robots publishes a 3 m/s maximum tool speed for the UR3e, against 2.0 m/s for the SR5. Fast pick-and-place favors the UR3e.
Weight and ecosystem
The UR3e weighs 11.2 kg, about 5.3 kg less, which suits benches and robots mounted inside machines. It runs PolyScope with PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, ROS/ROS2 and UR+ accessories. The SR5 runs on the compact xMate SR Cab.
Best applications for the UR3e
Fast benchtop pick-and-place
Robots inside machines
Existing UR cells
Best applications for the xMate SR5
Machine tending up to 5 kg
Light assembly and inspection
Budget-conscious workstations
UR3e advantages
3 m/s maximum tool speed
11.2 kg arm
UR+ ecosystem
UR3e limitations
About $16,300 higher listed price
3 kg payload and 500 mm reach
xMate SR5 advantages
About 48% lower listed price
5 kg payload and 919 mm reach
Same ±0.03 mm repeatability
xMate SR5 limitations
2.0 m/s tool-end speed
Final verdict
Choose the ROKAE xMate SR5 for payload and reach at about half the price. Choose the UR3e for speed and compact cells.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the UR3e or the ROKAE xMate SR5?
The xMate SR5 is listed from $17,500 and the UR3e from $33,800, a difference of $16,300.
Which robot carries more?
The xMate SR5 carries 5 kg and the UR3e 3 kg.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The xMate SR5 reaches 919 mm and the UR3e 500 mm.
Are they equally precise?
Yes. Both publish ±0.03 mm repeatability.
Which robot is faster?
The UR3e publishes 3 m/s and the xMate SR5 2.0 m/s.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the xMate SR5 for capability and value. Choose the UR3e for speed.
