UR5e vs NEURA LARA 5: 5 kg Cobot Comparison of Price, Reach and Weight
Updated: 10 hours ago
IN A NUTSHELL
🔎 THE KEY DIFFERENCE Both are compared at 5 kg. Universal Robots UR5e has the longer stated reach, which may help reach separated fixtures; it does not guarantee access at every tool angle. |
→ CONSIDER Universal Robots UR5e Consider it when extra reach is useful while the compared load capacity is the same. This article compares 5 kg with a published reach of 850 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
→ CONSIDER NEURA LARA 5 Consider it when its stated load and reach already cover your task and its controls fit your equipment. This article compares 5 kg with a published reach of 800 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 UR5e and the NEURA LARA 5 are 5 kg cobots for assembly and machine tending. The UR5e reaches a little further, weighs less, publishes ±0.03 mm repeatability and has built-in force sensing. The LARA 5 costs about 37% less.
Quick verdict. The NEURA LARA 5 is the value choice for general 5 kg handling, with a listed price about 37% lower and any-orientation mounting. The UR5e is the better choice for precise and force-controlled work, with 850 mm reach, ±0.03 mm repeatability, a 20.6 kg arm and the UR+ ecosystem.
UR5e and NEURA LARA 5 at a glance
The UR5e carries 5 kg over 850 mm, repeats to ±0.03 mm and weighs 20.6 kg.
The NEURA LARA 5 carries 5 kg over 800 mm, weighs 26 kg and runs from a control box drawing at most 1200 W.
Main specification comparison
Specification | Universal Robots UR5e | NEURA LARA 5 |
Brand | Universal Robots | NEURA |
Listed price | $35,000 | $22,100 |
Payload | 5 kg | 5 kg |
Reach | 850 mm | 800 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.03 mm | Not specified |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | 180°/s maximum joint speed on all six joints | 180°/s (axis 1) |
Arm weight | 20.6 kg | 26 kg |
IP rating | IP54 | Not specified |
Controller | UR control box CB 5.2 / CB 5.5 | NEURA control box, 493 × 470 × 243 mm, 20 kg, 100-240 V AC 50/60 Hz, 1200 W max; teach pendant with 2560 × 1600 px display and 5 m cable |
Price comparison
UR5e: listed from $35,000
NEURA LARA 5: listed from $22,100
Difference: $12,900
The LARA 5 costs roughly 37% less
Reach and weight
Both arms carry 5 kg. The UR5e reaches 850 mm, 50 mm more, and weighs 20.6 kg, about 5.4 kg less than the LARA 5. Carts, light frames and relocatable cells favor the UR5e.
Precision and sensing
Universal Robots publishes ±0.03 mm repeatability for the UR5e; the reviewed LARA 5 specification does not list a repeatability figure. The UR5e also has a built-in 50 N / 10 Nm force/torque sensor and 17 configurable safety functions.
Safety and connectivity
NEURA rates the LARA 5 safety architecture PL d Cat. 3 / SIL 2 and lists EtherNet/IP, Profinet and Modbus TCP/RTU, with a teach pendant using a 2560 × 1600 px display. The UR5e supports PROFINET with PROFIsafe, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, ROS/ROS2 and UR+ accessories.
Best applications for the UR5e
Precise assembly and insertion
Force-controlled screwdriving
Existing UR cells
Best applications for the NEURA LARA 5
General 5 kg handling
Machine tending
Budget-conscious cells
UR5e advantages
±0.03 mm published repeatability
20.6 kg arm
Built-in force/torque sensor
UR5e limitations
About $12,900 higher listed price
NEURA LARA 5 advantages
About 37% lower listed price
Any-orientation mounting
PL d Cat. 3 / SIL 2 safety
NEURA LARA 5 limitations
26 kg arm
800 mm reach
Final verdict
Choose the NEURA LARA 5 for general 5 kg handling at a lower price. Choose the UR5e for documented precision, force control and the UR+ ecosystem.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the UR5e or the NEURA LARA 5?
The LARA 5 is listed from $22,100 and the UR5e from $35,000, a difference of $12,900.
Do both robots carry 5 kg?
Yes. Both are rated for 5 kg.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The UR5e reaches 850 mm and the LARA 5 800 mm.
Which robot is lighter?
The UR5e weighs 20.6 kg and the LARA 5 26 kg.
Does the UR5e have force sensing?
Yes. A 50 N / 10 Nm force/torque sensor is built into the tool flange.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the LARA 5 for value. Choose the UR5e for precision and force control.
