DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series vs MiniCobo
Side-by-side comparison of DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series (Dobot) and MiniCobo (Jaka) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 SeriesChina
- MiniCoboChina
Year First Available
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series—
- MiniCobo2014
Verified Deployments
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series0 Deployments
- MiniCobo0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 SeriesContact for quote
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
Availability Status
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 SeriesACTIVE
- MiniCoboACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series20 kg
- MiniCobo1 kg
Max TCP Speed
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series2 m/s
- MiniCobo1.5 m/s
IP Rating
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 SeriesIP68
- MiniCoboIP54
Reach
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series1,700 mm
- MiniCobo580 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series—
- MiniCobo6
Repeatability
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series±0.02 mm
- MiniCobo±0.1 mm
Robot Weight
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series—
- MiniCobo9.4 kg
Mounting Options
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series—
- MiniCobofloor, ceiling, wall
Safety
Safety Rating
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 SeriesIEC 60529 IP68
- MiniCoboISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 SeriesYes
- MiniCobonone
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 SeriesYes
- MiniCoboYes
Offline Programming
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series—
- MiniCoboNo
Programming Interface
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Seriesdrag-to-teach, graphical programming, code-based programming
- MiniCoboGraphic Programming
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series—
- MiniCoboISO 9409-1-A50
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series—
- MiniCoboEtherCAT, Profinet
Commercial
Price (USD)
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 SeriesContact for quote
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
Warranty
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series—
- MiniCobo2 yrs
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2014 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $13,313 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 20 kg | 1 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 2 m/s | 1.5 m/s |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | IP68 | IP54 |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,700 mm | 580 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.02 mm | ±0.1 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 9.4 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | — | floor, ceiling, wall |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | IEC 60529 IP68 | ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | drag-to-teach, graphical programming, code-based programming | Graphic Programming |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | ISO 9409-1-A50 |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | EtherCAT, Profinet |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $13,313 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 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, ROS Compatible, 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 | DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series | MiniCobo |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $13,313 |
| Payback period | — | 3.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $236,688 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +1778% |
DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series has 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 DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series and MiniCobo?
DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series is made by Dobot, based in CN. MiniCobo is made by Jaka, based in CN.
How do DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series and MiniCobo compare on the Robo Index?
DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series grades BB 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 DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series compare to MiniCobo?
DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series has a reach of 1700 mm. MiniCobo has a reach of 580 mm.
Are DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series 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 DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series 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
DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series 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.