GeMinG Collaborative Robots vs Nextage
Side-by-side comparison of GeMinG Collaborative Robots (Zhejiang Geming Driven Technology Co., Ltd.) and Nextage (Kawada Industries) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Optimized for Last-Mile Delivery buyers. Priority specs lifted to the top and marked with a target.
Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- GeMinG Collaborative RobotsChina
- NextageJapan
Year First Available
- GeMinG Collaborative Robots—
- Nextage2009
Verified Deployments
- GeMinG Collaborative Robots0 Deployments
- Nextage0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- GeMinG Collaborative RobotsACTIVE
- NextageACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- GeMinG Collaborative Robots—
- Nextage1.5 kg
Reach
- GeMinG Collaborative Robots—
- Nextage1,450 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- GeMinG Collaborative Robots—
- Nextage15
Repeatability
- GeMinG Collaborative Robots—
- Nextage±0.03 mm
Robot Weight
- GeMinG Collaborative Robots—
- Nextage28 kg
Mounting Options
- GeMinG Collaborative Robots—
- Nextagefloor
Safety
Safety Rating
- GeMinG Collaborative Robots—
- NextageISO10218
Force/Torque Sensing
- GeMinG Collaborative Robots—
- Nextagenone
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- GeMinG Collaborative Robots—
- Nextagecode_ros
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- GeMinG Collaborative Robots—
- NextageYes
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | Japan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2009 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | 1.5 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | — | 1,450 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 15 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.03 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 28 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | — | floor |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | — | ISO10218 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | — | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | — | code_ros |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, Max TCP Speed, 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, Fieldbus Protocols, 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 | GeMinG Collaborative Robots | Nextage |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
GeMinG Collaborative Robots, 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 GeMinG Collaborative Robots and Nextage?
GeMinG Collaborative Robots is made by Zhejiang Geming Driven Technology Co., Ltd., based in CN. Nextage is made by Kawada Industries, based in JP.
How do GeMinG Collaborative Robots and Nextage compare on the Robo Index?
GeMinG Collaborative Robots grades BB 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 GeMinG Collaborative Robots compare to Nextage?
GeMinG Collaborative Robots has a reach of 2000 mm. Nextage has a reach of 1450 mm.
Are GeMinG Collaborative Robots 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 GeMinG Collaborative Robots 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
GeMinG Collaborative Robots 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.