FANUC M-410iC/185
The FANUC M-410iC/185 is positioned as a best-in-class palletizing robot thanks to its high payload capacity and industry-proven uptime, delivering rapid cycle times and minimal downtime for high-throughput palletizing lines. Compared with the other solutions on this list it offers a strong balance of speed and robustness for heavy or continuous operations, trading a higher capital cost for lower lifecycle expense through reliability and service network coverage.
Massive payload
Ultra long-reach
Massive payload
Ultra long-reach
Review Summary
"Users consistently praise the M-410iC/185 for its exceptional heavy-payload performance, speed and rock‑solid uptime in high-throughput palletizing, with the main negatives being high upfront cost and the need for skilled technicians for maintenance."
Paint maestro
185 kg payload model engineered for industrial palletizing with high throughput and long duty cycles
Paint maestro
185 kg payload model engineered for industrial palletizing with high throughput and long duty cycles
Aesthetic & Personal Appeal
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
The FANUC M-410iC/185 is positioned as a best-in-class palletizing robot thanks to its high payload capacity and industry-proven uptime, delivering rapid cycle times and minimal downtime for high-throughput palletizing lines. Compared with the other solutions on this list it offers a strong balance of speed and robustness for heavy or continuous operations, trading a higher capital cost for lower lifecycle expense through reliability and service network coverage.
Massive payload
Ultra long-reach
Paint maestro
185 kg payload model engineered for industrial palletizing with high throughput and long duty cycles
Robust mechanical design and high-speed motion control optimized for stacking and layer formation
Massive payload
Ultra long-reach
Paint maestro
185 kg payload model engineered for industrial palletizing with high throughput and long duty cycles
Robust mechanical design and high-speed motion control optimized for stacking and layer formation
$180,000-350,000 CAD
ABB IRB 660
The ABB IRB 660 stands out as a market leader for compact, high-speed palletizing where floor space and cycle rate matter; its cell-friendly footprint and mature vision and software ecosystem make integration into mixed-SKU lines efficient. Versus bulkier heavy-duty alternatives it typically delivers a lower total cost for mid-range payload applications while still providing industrial-level throughput that outperforms collaborative options on sustained production runs.
Heavy lifter
Rock-solid repeatability
Heavy lifter
Rock-solid repeatability
Review Summary
"Owners like the IRB 660 for its compact palletizing footprint, reliable cycle times and ABB support; common critiques are occasional programming complexity for complex pallet patterns and added cost for custom end‑of‑arm tooling."
Bench-press beast
Designed for large-payload palletizing and heavy-case handling with precise path control
Bench-press beast
Designed for large-payload palletizing and heavy-case handling with precise path control
Optimized Work Efficiency
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
The ABB IRB 660 stands out as a market leader for compact, high-speed palletizing where floor space and cycle rate matter; its cell-friendly footprint and mature vision and software ecosystem make integration into mixed-SKU lines efficient. Versus bulkier heavy-duty alternatives it typically delivers a lower total cost for mid-range payload applications while still providing industrial-level throughput that outperforms collaborative options on sustained production runs.
Heavy lifter
Rock-solid repeatability
Bench-press beast
Designed for large-payload palletizing and heavy-case handling with precise path control
Compact footprint for high stack heights and integration into automated pallet lines
Heavy lifter
Rock-solid repeatability
Bench-press beast
Designed for large-payload palletizing and heavy-case handling with precise path control
Compact footprint for high stack heights and integration into automated pallet lines
KUKA KR QUANTEC PA
The KUKA KR QUANTEC PA is a heavy-duty palletizing specialist that excels when reach, payload and durability are the top priorities, offering flexible mounting and tooling options for diverse pallet patterns. Compared to the FANUC and ABB entries it leans into maximum-capacity and reach advantages, often commanding a premium upfront investment but reducing per-case handling cost in high-weight, high-volume operations.
Smooth finish
High reach
Smooth finish
High reach
Review Summary
"Customers report the KR QUANTEC PA delivers strong payload/reach performance, flexible integration and long service life, while noting a heavier footprint and premium pricing compared with some competitors."
Consistency champion
Palletizing-specific QUANTEC variant built for fast cycle times and continuous production
Consistency champion
Palletizing-specific QUANTEC variant built for fast cycle times and continuous production
Aesthetic & Personal Appeal
Optimized Work Efficiency
Time-Saving Convenience
The KUKA KR QUANTEC PA is a heavy-duty palletizing specialist that excels when reach, payload and durability are the top priorities, offering flexible mounting and tooling options for diverse pallet patterns. Compared to the FANUC and ABB entries it leans into maximum-capacity and reach advantages, often commanding a premium upfront investment but reducing per-case handling cost in high-weight, high-volume operations.
Smooth finish
High reach
Consistency champion
Palletizing-specific QUANTEC variant built for fast cycle times and continuous production
Large working envelope and payload flexibility to handle mixed-case pallet patterns
Smooth finish
High reach
Consistency champion
Palletizing-specific QUANTEC variant built for fast cycle times and continuous production
Large working envelope and payload flexibility to handle mixed-case pallet patterns
$140,000-280,000 CAD
Yaskawa Motoman MPL80
The Yaskawa Motoman MPL80 is a cost-effective, industrial palletizing option optimized for compact cells and quick deployment, delivering a good mid-range payload and straightforward integration for standard case and bag handling. Financially it is often more attractive for small- to medium-volume lines than the largest heavy-duty robots, and technically it bridges the gap between high-end industrial systems and lighter collaborative alternatives on this list.
Compact palletizer
Rapid cycles
Compact palletizer
Rapid cycles
Review Summary
"Users find the Motoman MPL80 to be a cost‑effective, reliable palletizing solution with good speed for packaging lines, though some cite limitations in controller features and fewer advanced networking options."
Stacks like Tetris
MPL80 purpose-built for case and box palletizing with an 80 kg class payload for common loads
Stacks like Tetris
MPL80 purpose-built for case and box palletizing with an 80 kg class payload for common loads
Optimized Work Efficiency
Time-Saving Convenience
Increased Safety & Security
The Yaskawa Motoman MPL80 is a cost-effective, industrial palletizing option optimized for compact cells and quick deployment, delivering a good mid-range payload and straightforward integration for standard case and bag handling. Financially it is often more attractive for small- to medium-volume lines than the largest heavy-duty robots, and technically it bridges the gap between high-end industrial systems and lighter collaborative alternatives on this list.
Compact palletizer
Rapid cycles
Stacks like Tetris
MPL80 purpose-built for case and box palletizing with an 80 kg class payload for common loads
Compact, high-speed design aimed at end-of-line palletizing with good repeatability
Compact palletizer
Rapid cycles
Stacks like Tetris
MPL80 purpose-built for case and box palletizing with an 80 kg class payload for common loads
Compact, high-speed design aimed at end-of-line palletizing with good repeatability
$80,000-160,000 CAD
Universal Robots UR20
The Universal Robots UR20 brings collaborative flexibility to palletizing, enabling rapid redeployment, simple programming and reduced cell infrastructure cost by operating safely alongside operators for light-to-medium payloads. While it cannot match the raw throughput or payload of the industrial leaders listed here, its lower integration and training expenses make it ideal for mixed-SKU, seasonal or pilot palletizing projects where capital and space are constrained.
Cobot muscle
Plug-and-play
Cobot muscle
Plug-and-play
Review Summary
"Buyers appreciate the UR20 for easy programming, fast deployment and collaborative safety features for higher‑payload cobot tasks; drawbacks mentioned are a higher cost per kg of payload and shorter reach than larger industrial arms."
Gentle giant
UR20 cobot offering around 20 kg payload with an extended reach tailored for lighter palletizing tasks
Gentle giant
UR20 cobot offering around 20 kg payload with an extended reach tailored for lighter palletizing tasks
Tech-Savvy Living
Optimized Work Efficiency
Increased Safety & Security
The Universal Robots UR20 brings collaborative flexibility to palletizing, enabling rapid redeployment, simple programming and reduced cell infrastructure cost by operating safely alongside operators for light-to-medium payloads. While it cannot match the raw throughput or payload of the industrial leaders listed here, its lower integration and training expenses make it ideal for mixed-SKU, seasonal or pilot palletizing projects where capital and space are constrained.
Cobot muscle
Plug-and-play
Gentle giant
UR20 cobot offering around 20 kg payload with an extended reach tailored for lighter palletizing tasks
Easy, code-free programming and quick redeployment for mixed-product lines or collaborative stations
Cobot muscle
Plug-and-play
Gentle giant
UR20 cobot offering around 20 kg payload with an extended reach tailored for lighter palletizing tasks
Easy, code-free programming and quick redeployment for mixed-product lines or collaborative stations
$70,000-120,000 CAD