Doosan Robotics M0609 vs Nextage
Side-by-side comparison of Doosan Robotics M0609 (Doosan Robotics Inc.) and Nextage (Kawada Industries) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Doosan Robotics M0609South Korea
- NextageJapan
Year First Available
- Doosan Robotics M06092018
- Nextage2009
Verified Deployments
- Doosan Robotics M06090 Deployments
- Nextage0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Doosan Robotics M0609$30,000 USD
- NextageContact for quote
Availability Status
- Doosan Robotics M0609ACTIVE
- NextageACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Doosan Robotics M06096 kg
- Nextage1.5 kg
Reach
- Doosan Robotics M0609900 mm
- Nextage1,450 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Doosan Robotics M06095
- Nextage15
Repeatability
- Doosan Robotics M0609±0.1 mm
- Nextage±0.03 mm
Robot Weight
- Doosan Robotics M060920 kg
- Nextage28 kg
Mounting Options
- Doosan Robotics M0609—
- Nextagefloor
Safety
Safety Rating
- Doosan Robotics M0609Cat4 PLe
- NextageISO10218
Force/Torque Sensing
- Doosan Robotics M0609joint level all
- Nextagenone
Duty Cycle
- Doosan Robotics M060924 7 continuous
- Nextage—
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Doosan Robotics M0609Yes
- Nextage—
Programming Interface
- Doosan Robotics M0609teach_pendant
- Nextagecode_ros
End-Effector
Integrated F/T Sensor
- Doosan Robotics M0609Yes
- Nextage—
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- Doosan Robotics M0609Python, C++
- Nextage—
ROS Compatible
- Doosan Robotics M0609—
- NextageYes
Fieldbus Protocols
- Doosan Robotics M0609EtherNet/IP
- Nextage—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Doosan Robotics M0609$30,000 USD
- NextageContact for quote
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | South Korea | Japan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | 2009 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $30,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 6 kg | 1.5 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 900 mm | 1,450 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 5 | 15 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | ±0.03 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 20 kg | 28 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | — | floor |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | Cat4 PLe | ISO10218 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | joint level all | none |
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | 24 7 continuous | — |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | teach_pendant | code_ros |
| End-Effector | ||
| Integrated F/T Sensor (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | Python, C++ | — |
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | EtherNet/IP | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $30,000 USD | Contact for quote |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Max TCP Speed, IP Rating, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Offline Programming, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Wrist Power Supply, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, 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 | Doosan Robotics M0609 | Nextage |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $30,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 7.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $220,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +733% | — |
Nextage 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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes Doosan Robotics M0609 and Nextage?
Doosan Robotics M0609 is made by Doosan Robotics Inc., based in KR. Nextage is made by Kawada Industries, based in JP.
When were Doosan Robotics M0609 and Nextage launched?
Doosan Robotics M0609 launched in 2018. Nextage launched in 2009.
How do Doosan Robotics M0609 and Nextage compare on the Robo Index?
Doosan Robotics M0609 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 Doosan Robotics M0609 compare to Nextage?
Doosan Robotics M0609 has a reach of 2030 mm. Nextage has a reach of 1450 mm.
Are Doosan Robotics M0609 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 Doosan Robotics M0609 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
Doosan Robotics M0609 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.