Desktop Robot vs MiniCobo
Side-by-side comparison of Desktop Robot (Nenggou (Beijing) Technology Co., Ltd.) and MiniCobo (Jaka) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Desktop Robot—
- MiniCoboChina
Year First Available
- Desktop Robot2020
- MiniCobo2014
Verified Deployments
- Desktop Robot0 Deployments
- MiniCobo0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Desktop Robot$28,000 USD
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
Availability Status
- Desktop RobotACTIVE
- MiniCoboACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Desktop Robot0.8 kg
- MiniCobo1 kg
Robot Weight
- Desktop Robot8 kg
- MiniCobo9.4 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Desktop Robot5 m/s
- MiniCobo1.5 m/s
Reach
- Desktop Robot440 mm
- MiniCobo580 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Desktop Robot19
- MiniCobo6
Repeatability
- Desktop Robot±0.05 mm
- MiniCobo±0.1 mm
Mounting Options
- Desktop Robotdesktop
- MiniCobofloor, ceiling, wall
IP Rating
- Desktop RobotIP20
- MiniCoboIP54
Safety
Safety Rating
- Desktop RobotISO/TS 15066
- MiniCoboISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- Desktop Robotnone
- MiniCobonone
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Desktop RobotYes
- MiniCoboYes
Offline Programming
- Desktop RobotNo
- MiniCoboNo
Programming Interface
- Desktop Robotdrag-to-teach, Lua, graphical interface
- MiniCoboGraphic Programming
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Desktop Robot—
- MiniCoboISO 9409-1-A50
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- Desktop RobotYes
- MiniCobo—
Fieldbus Protocols
- Desktop RobotTCP/IP, Modbus TCP
- MiniCoboEtherCAT, Profinet
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Desktop Robot$28,000 USD
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
Warranty
- Desktop Robot1 yrs
- MiniCobo2 yrs
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2020 | 2014 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $28,000 USD | $13,313 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 0.8 kg | 1 kg |
| Robot Weight (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 8 kg | 9.4 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 5 m/s | 1.5 m/s |
| Reach (values differ) | 440 mm | 580 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 19 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.05 mm | ±0.1 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | desktop | floor, ceiling, wall |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP20 | IP54 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Offline Programming | No | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | drag-to-teach, Lua, graphical interface | Graphic Programming |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | ISO 9409-1-A50 |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | TCP/IP, Modbus TCP | EtherCAT, Profinet |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $28,000 USD | $13,313 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | 1 yrs | 2 yrs |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Lead Time
ROI Comparison
Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.
Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | Desktop Robot | MiniCobo |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $28,000 | $13,313 |
| Payback period | 6.7 mo | 3.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $222,000 | $236,688 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +793% | +1778% |
Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.
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Frequently asked
Who makes Desktop Robot and MiniCobo?
Desktop Robot is made by Nenggou (Beijing) Technology Co., Ltd.. MiniCobo is made by Jaka, based in CN.
When were Desktop Robot and MiniCobo launched?
Desktop Robot launched in 2020. MiniCobo launched in 2014.
How much does Desktop Robot cost compared to MiniCobo?
Desktop Robot is listed at $28,000. MiniCobo is listed at $13,313.
How do Desktop Robot and MiniCobo compare on the Robo Index?
Desktop Robot grades A on the Robo Index. MiniCobo grades AA. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
How does the reach of Desktop Robot compare to MiniCobo?
Desktop Robot has a reach of 440 mm. MiniCobo has a reach of 580 mm.
Are Desktop Robot and MiniCobo in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Cobot on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Cobot robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Cobot TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Cobot TCO and Payback Math: Hardware, EOAT, and Zero-Fencing Savings.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Desktop Robot and MiniCobo?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Cobot Vendor Red Flags: Questions That Filter Out the Marketing.
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About this comparison
Desktop Robot vs MiniCobo compares two robots in the cobot category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Index is calculated.