Franka SPARK vs Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot
Side-by-side comparison of Franka SPARK (Franka Robotics GmbH) and Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot (Nachi Robotic Systems) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Franka SPARKGermany
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotUnited States
Year First Available
- Franka SPARK2016
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot2018
Verified Deployments
- Franka SPARK0 Deployments
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Franka SPARK$18,500 USD
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotContact for quote
Availability Status
- Franka SPARKACTIVE
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Reach
- Franka SPARK855 mm
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Repeatability
- Franka SPARK±0.1 mm
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Payload
- Franka SPARK3 kg
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Degrees of Freedom
- Franka SPARK7
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Safety
Safety Rating
- Franka SPARKISO/TS 15066
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotISO 13849-1 PLe
Force/Torque Sensing
- Franka SPARKintegrated wrist ft
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robotnone
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Franka SPARKYes
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotYes
Offline Programming
- Franka SPARKNo
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotNo
Programming Interface
- Franka SPARKFranka Control Interface (FCI), Desk, RIDE
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotDirect Teach joystick, hand-guided programming
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- Franka SPARKYes
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Franka SPARK$18,500 USD
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotContact for quote
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2018 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $18,500 USD | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Reach (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 855 mm | — |
| Repeatability (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | — |
| Payload (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 3 kg | — |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 7 | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO 13849-1 PLe |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | integrated wrist ft | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Offline Programming | No | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | Franka Control Interface (FCI), Desk, RIDE | Direct Teach joystick, hand-guided programming |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $18,500 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, Robot Weight, Mounting Options, IP Rating, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Fieldbus Protocols, 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 | Franka SPARK | Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $18,500 | No price |
| Payback period | 4.4 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $231,500 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +1251% | — |
Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot 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 Franka SPARK and Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot?
Franka SPARK is made by Franka Robotics GmbH, based in DE. Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot is made by Nachi Robotic Systems, based in US.
When were Franka SPARK and Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot launched?
Franka SPARK launched in 2016. Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot launched in 2018.
How do Franka SPARK and Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot compare on the Robo Index?
Franka SPARK grades A on the Robo Index. Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot 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 Franka SPARK and Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot 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 Franka SPARK and Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot?
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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Franka SPARK vs Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot 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.