UR5e vs Kassow Robots KR1205: 5 kg Cobot Comparison of Reach and Axes
The Universal Robots UR5e and the Kassow Robots KR1205 are 5 kg cobots with the same ±0.03 mm repeatability and IP54 rating. The KR1205 reaches 350 mm further and adds a seventh axis. The UR5e has built-in force sensing and costs about 5% less.
Quick verdict. The Kassow Robots KR1205 is the better choice when reach and access around obstacles decide the cell, with 1200 mm reach and 7 axes. The UR5e is the better choice for force-controlled work and established UR cells, with a 50 N / 10 Nm force/torque sensor and a listed price $1,900 lower.
UR5e and Kassow KR1205 at a glance
The UR5e carries 5 kg over 850 mm, repeats to ±0.03 mm and weighs 20.6 kg.
The Kassow Robots KR1205 carries 5 kg over 1200 mm with 7 axes, repeats to ±0.03 mm and is rated IP54.
Main specification comparison
Specification | Universal Robots UR5e | Kassow Robots KR1205 |
Brand | Universal Robots | Kassow Robots |
Listed price | $35,000 | $36,900 |
Payload | 5 kg | 5 kg |
Reach | 850 mm | 1200 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.03 mm | ±0.03 mm |
Axes | 6 | 7 |
Speed | 180°/s maximum joint speed on all six joints | 225 deg/s |
Arm weight | 20.6 kg | Not specified |
IP rating | IP54 | IP54 |
Price comparison
UR5e: listed from $35,000
Kassow Robots KR1205: listed from $36,900
Difference: $1,900
The UR5e costs roughly 5% less
Reach and axes
Both arms carry 5 kg. The KR1205 reaches 1200 mm, 350 mm more than the UR5e, and its seventh axis lets it reach around obstacles and into confined spaces. Machine tending across two machines or deep fixtures favors the KR1205.
Precision and footprint
Both publish ±0.03 mm repeatability and are rated IP54. The KR1205 mounts on a compact 130 × 130 mm footprint, and Kassow publishes joint speeds of 225 deg/s.
Sensing and ecosystem
The UR5e has a built-in 50 N / 10 Nm force/torque sensor and 17 configurable safety functions, weighs 20.6 kg and runs PolyScope with PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, ROS/ROS2 and UR+ accessories.
Best applications for the UR5e
Force-controlled screwdriving
Packaging with UR+ tools
Existing UR cells
Best applications for the Kassow KR1205
Machine tending over 1200 mm
Dispensing and inspection
Tasks that need a seventh axis
UR5e advantages
Built-in force/torque sensor
UR+ ecosystem
About $1,900 lower listed price
UR5e limitations
850 mm reach
6 axes
Kassow KR1205 advantages
1200 mm reach
7 axes
130 × 130 mm footprint
Kassow KR1205 limitations
About $1,900 higher listed price
Final verdict
Choose the Kassow Robots KR1205 for reach and a seventh axis. Choose the UR5e for force control and the UR+ ecosystem.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the UR5e or the Kassow Robots KR1205?
The UR5e is listed from $35,000 and the KR1205 from $36,900, a difference of $1,900.
Do both robots carry 5 kg?
Yes. Both are rated for 5 kg.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The KR1205 reaches 1200 mm and the UR5e 850 mm.
Are they equally precise?
Yes. Both publish ±0.03 mm repeatability.
How many axes do they have?
The KR1205 has 7 axes and the UR5e 6.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the KR1205 for reach. Choose the UR5e for force control.
