EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 vs MiniCobo
Side-by-side comparison of EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 (EVST (formerly EVS Robotics)) and MiniCobo (Jaka) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5China
- MiniCoboChina
Year First Available
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S52018
- MiniCobo2014
Verified Deployments
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S50 Deployments
- MiniCobo0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5Contact for quote
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
Availability Status
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5ACTIVE
- MiniCoboACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
IP Rating
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5IP54
- MiniCoboIP54
Payload
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S56 kg
- MiniCobo1 kg
Max TCP Speed
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5—
- MiniCobo1.5 m/s
Reach
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5917 mm
- MiniCobo580 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5—
- MiniCobo6
Repeatability
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5±0.03 mm
- MiniCobo±0.1 mm
Robot Weight
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S522 kg
- MiniCobo9.4 kg
Mounting Options
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5any angle
- MiniCobofloor, ceiling, wall
Safety
Safety Rating
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5ISO/TS 15066
- MiniCoboISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5none
- MiniCobonone
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5—
- MiniCoboYes
Offline Programming
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5—
- MiniCoboNo
Programming Interface
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5self-developed teach pendant
- MiniCoboGraphic Programming
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5—
- MiniCoboISO 9409-1-A50
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5EtherCAT
- MiniCoboEtherCAT, Profinet
Commercial
Price (USD)
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5Contact for quote
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
Warranty
- EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5—
- MiniCobo2 yrs
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | 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 | ||
| IP Rating (priority for Agriculture buyers) | IP54 | IP54 |
| Payload (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | 6 kg | 1 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | — | 1.5 m/s |
| Reach (values differ) | 917 mm | 580 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.03 mm | ±0.1 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 22 kg | 9.4 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | any angle | floor, ceiling, wall |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | self-developed teach pendant | Graphic Programming |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | ISO 9409-1-A50 |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | EtherCAT | 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 | EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 | MiniCobo |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $13,313 |
| Payback period | — | 3.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $236,688 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +1778% |
EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 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 EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 and MiniCobo?
EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 is made by EVST (formerly EVS Robotics), based in CN. MiniCobo is made by Jaka, based in CN.
When were EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 and MiniCobo launched?
EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 launched in 2018. MiniCobo launched in 2014.
How do EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 and MiniCobo compare on the Robo Index?
EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 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.
Are EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 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 EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 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
EVST ROBOTICS FlexArm S5 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.