DH-5-6灵巧手 vs Nextage
Side-by-side comparison of DH-5-6灵巧手 (DH Robotics) and Nextage (Kawada Industries) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- DH-5-6灵巧手China
- NextageJapan
Year First Available
- DH-5-6灵巧手2025
- Nextage2009
Verified Deployments
- DH-5-6灵巧手0 Deployments
- Nextage0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- DH-5-6灵巧手ACTIVE
- NextageACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Reach
- DH-5-6灵巧手917 mm
- Nextage1,450 mm
Repeatability
- DH-5-6灵巧手±0.02 mm
- Nextage±0.03 mm
Payload
- DH-5-6灵巧手10 kg
- Nextage1.5 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- DH-5-6灵巧手6
- Nextage15
Max TCP Speed
- DH-5-6灵巧手3.6 m/s
- Nextage—
Robot Weight
- DH-5-6灵巧手0.7 kg
- Nextage28 kg
Mounting Options
- DH-5-6灵巧手—
- Nextagefloor
Safety
Safety Rating
- DH-5-6灵巧手—
- NextageISO10218
Force/Torque Sensing
- DH-5-6灵巧手integrated wrist ft
- Nextagenone
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- DH-5-6灵巧手—
- Nextagecode_ros
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- DH-5-6灵巧手—
- NextageYes
Fieldbus Protocols
- DH-5-6灵巧手Modbus-RTU, RS485
- Nextage—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | Japan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2025 | 2009 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Reach (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 917 mm | 1,450 mm |
| Repeatability (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | ±0.02 mm | ±0.03 mm |
| Payload (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 10 kg | 1.5 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | 15 |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | 3.6 m/s | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 0.7 kg | 28 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | — | floor |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | — | ISO10218 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | integrated wrist ft | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | — | code_ros |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | Modbus-RTU, RS485 | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, IP Rating, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, No-Code Capable, Offline Programming, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, Price (USD), CaaS / Month, Warranty, 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 | DH-5-6灵巧手 | Nextage |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
DH-5-6灵巧手, Nextage have no listed price, so payback can't be computed. Contact the manufacturer for a quote.
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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes DH-5-6灵巧手 and Nextage?
DH-5-6灵巧手 is made by DH Robotics, based in CN. Nextage is made by Kawada Industries, based in JP.
When were DH-5-6灵巧手 and Nextage launched?
DH-5-6灵巧手 launched in 2025. Nextage launched in 2009.
How do DH-5-6灵巧手 and Nextage compare on the Robo Index?
DH-5-6灵巧手 grades A on the Robo Index. Nextage 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 DH-5-6灵巧手 compare to Nextage?
DH-5-6灵巧手 has a reach of 917 mm. Nextage has a reach of 1450 mm.
Are DH-5-6灵巧手 and Nextage 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 DH-5-6灵巧手 and Nextage?
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
DH-5-6灵巧手 vs Nextage 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.