Robot rental price (RaaS) | How much does it cost per month?

🤖 Robot for 0 CZK to start? Discover rental prices (RaaS) and what they include

🔹 Introduction: Why there is no simple RaaS “price list”

Every business owner or production manager wants to know the price. But with Robot as a Service (RaaS), “price list” is a misleading word. It’s like asking for “price list for operating car leasing” – it depends on whether you want a Skoda Fabia or a fully equipped Scania truck, including service and insurance.

The price of renting a robot does not depend on the piece, but on the complexity of the solution. A robot that only transfers boxes has a different price than a welding robot with an expensive power source and positioner.

The good news? The initial investment is 0 CZK. Instead of a huge capital expenditure (CAPEX), you pay a predictable monthly flat rate (OPEX). In this article, we will analyze what this flat rate actually costs and what it includes.

🔹 Main part: What affects the monthly price of RaaS?

The monthly fee for renting a robot is essentially an "all-inclusive" package. Its amount depends on three main factors:

• 1. Hardware Cost (Arm and Tools) The biggest item. Renting a small Dobot CR5 arm (5 kg payload) is cheaper than renting a powerful Universal Robots UR20 palletizing robot (20 kg payload). It also makes a difference whether there is just a simple gripper at the end, or an intelligent 3D camera and screwdriver.
• 2. Integration complexity (Labor and know-how) How much time will technicians spend on preparation and installation? A simple "build and run" solution is cheaper than a complex cell connected to your ERP system and several machines.
• 3. Contract length and level of service As with a phone. A 36-month contract will have a lower monthly fee than a 12-month flexible lease. The speed of service required also plays a role (e.g., 24-hour repair guarantee).

What is included in the monthly fee?

This is key. There's more to RaaS than just hardware in your monthly payment. You're paying for a complete, worry-free solution:

• Robotic arm (e.g. UR10e)
• All accessories (gripper, stand, security scanners)
• Initial installation, programming and recovery
• Complete training for your staff
• FULL SERVICE throughout the rental period (repairs, spare parts)
• Regular maintenance and support on the phone
• Machine insurance (often included)

Essentially, you are buying guaranteed performance without any unexpected costs.

🔹 Calculation in practice: Purchase (CAPEX) vs. Rental (RaaS)

Let's show a real example of operating a CNC machine.

Scenario 1: PURCHASE (CAPEX)

• Purchase price (robot, gripper, integration): 1,200,000 CZK
• Initial investment: 1,200,000 CZK
• Service worries: After the warranty, your worries.
• Flexibility: Low. You own the robot even if you don't have a job for it in 2 years.

Scenario 2: RENTAL (RaaS / OPEX)

• Purchase price: 0 CZK
• Monthly fee (depending on the complexity and length of the contract): approx. 55,000 – 85,000 CZK
• Service worries: Zero. Everything is included in the flat rate.
• Flexibility: High. After 3 years, you return the robot or exchange it for a new model.

"Price list" analysis

A monthly fee of 55,000 to 85,000 CZK may seem high. But let's look at it from the company's perspective:

• It is an operating expense: The payment goes straight into expenses and reduces the tax base.
• It's a predictable cost: No unexpected service expenses.
• Solves the shortage of people: The costs per operator (including taxes, vacation, sick leave) in 3-shift operation are much higher. In addition, the robot works 24/7/365.

The price of renting a robot is almost always lower than the real cost of the human labor it replaces.

🔹 Frequently asked questions about RaaS pricing

• 1. So how much does RaaS really cost? What is the "price list"? There is no fixed price list. For a simple application (CNC operation, palletizing) for a medium-sized cobot, the monthly flat rate in the Czech Republic most often ranges from CZK 50,000 to CZK 90,000, depending on the hardware and the length of the contract.
• 2. What is the difference between RaaS and leasing? Fundamental. Leasing is a financial product – it is a purchase in installments. After the final payment, the robot is yours and you take care of the service. Rental (RaaS) is a service. You "borrow" the robot, it never belongs to you, and all service and care for it is carried out by the provider.
• 3. What is the minimum rental period? RaaS contracts are usually concluded for 24 or 36 months to keep the monthly fee as low as possible. Shorter "trial" rentals are possible, but more expensive.

🔹 Conclusion: From price list to real calculation

Instead of looking for a fixed "price list", ask RaaS for a non-binding calculation. The price of renting a robot is not an expense, it is an investment with an immediate return - from the first month the robot earns more than its flat rate costs.

It is the fastest and most financially secure way to solve the shortage of people and immediately increase productivity.

Do you want to know the exact monthly price of renting a robot for your specific application? Visit svet-robotu.cz and get a free, non-binding, customized calculation.