Elfin E3 cobot vs MiniCobo
Side-by-side comparison of Elfin E3 cobot (Han's Robot Co., Ltd.) and MiniCobo (Jaka) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Elfin E3 cobotChina
- MiniCoboChina
Year First Available
- Elfin E3 cobot2017
- MiniCobo2014
Verified Deployments
- Elfin E3 cobot0 Deployments
- MiniCobo0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Elfin E3 cobot$15,000 USD
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
Availability Status
- Elfin E3 cobotACTIVE
- MiniCoboACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Repeatability
- Elfin E3 cobot±0.05 mm
- MiniCobo±0.1 mm
IP Rating
- Elfin E3 cobotIP54
- MiniCoboIP54
Reach
- Elfin E3 cobot590 mm
- MiniCobo580 mm
Payload
- Elfin E3 cobot3 kg
- MiniCobo1 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- Elfin E3 cobot6
- MiniCobo6
Max TCP Speed
- Elfin E3 cobot2 m/s
- MiniCobo1.5 m/s
Robot Weight
- Elfin E3 cobot17 kg
- MiniCobo9.4 kg
Mounting Options
- Elfin E3 cobotfloor, ceiling, wall, rail
- MiniCobofloor, ceiling, wall
Safety
Safety Rating
- Elfin E3 cobotISO/TS 15066
- MiniCoboISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- Elfin E3 cobotnone
- MiniCobonone
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Elfin E3 cobot—
- MiniCoboYes
Offline Programming
- Elfin E3 cobot—
- MiniCoboNo
Programming Interface
- Elfin E3 cobotteach_pendant, drag_and_drop, visual_block
- MiniCoboGraphic Programming
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Elfin E3 cobot—
- MiniCoboISO 9409-1-A50
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- Elfin E3 cobotYes
- MiniCobo—
Fieldbus Protocols
- Elfin E3 cobotEtherCAT, TCP/IP
- MiniCoboEtherCAT, Profinet
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Elfin E3 cobot$15,000 USD
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
Warranty
- Elfin E3 cobot—
- MiniCobo2 yrs
Lead Time
- Elfin E3 cobot2 wks
- MiniCobo—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2017 | 2014 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $15,000 USD | $13,313 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Repeatability (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | ±0.05 mm | ±0.1 mm |
| IP Rating (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) | IP54 | IP54 |
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 590 mm | 580 mm |
| Payload (values differ) | 3 kg | 1 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | 2 m/s | 1.5 m/s |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 17 kg | 9.4 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor, ceiling, wall, rail | 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) | teach_pendant, drag_and_drop, visual_block | Graphic Programming |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | ISO 9409-1-A50 |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | EtherCAT, TCP/IP | EtherCAT, Profinet |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $15,000 USD | $13,313 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 2 yrs |
| Lead Time (values differ) | 2 wks | — |
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, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month
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 | Elfin E3 cobot | MiniCobo |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $15,000 | $13,313 |
| Payback period | 3.6 mo | 3.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $235,000 | $236,688 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +1567% | +1778% |
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 Elfin E3 cobot and MiniCobo?
Elfin E3 cobot is made by Han's Robot Co., Ltd., based in CN. MiniCobo is made by Jaka, based in CN.
When were Elfin E3 cobot and MiniCobo launched?
Elfin E3 cobot launched in 2017. MiniCobo launched in 2014.
How much does Elfin E3 cobot cost compared to MiniCobo?
Elfin E3 cobot is listed at $15,000. MiniCobo is listed at $13,313.
How do Elfin E3 cobot and MiniCobo compare on the Robo Index?
Elfin E3 cobot grades BBB 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 Elfin E3 cobot compare to MiniCobo?
Elfin E3 cobot has a reach of 1000 mm. MiniCobo has a reach of 580 mm.
Are Elfin E3 cobot 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 Elfin E3 cobot 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
Elfin E3 cobot 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.