Elfin E3 cobot vs Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot
Side-by-side comparison of Elfin E3 cobot (Han's Robot Co., Ltd.) 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
- Elfin E3 cobotChina
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotUnited States
Year First Available
- Elfin E3 cobot2017
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot2018
Verified Deployments
- Elfin E3 cobot0 Deployments
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Elfin E3 cobot$15,000 USD
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotContact for quote
Availability Status
- Elfin E3 cobotACTIVE
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- Elfin E3 cobot17 kg
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Max TCP Speed
- Elfin E3 cobot2 m/s
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Payload
- Elfin E3 cobot3 kg
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Reach
- Elfin E3 cobot590 mm
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Degrees of Freedom
- Elfin E3 cobot6
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Repeatability
- Elfin E3 cobot±0.05 mm
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Mounting Options
- Elfin E3 cobotfloor, ceiling, wall, rail
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
IP Rating
- Elfin E3 cobotIP54
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Safety
Safety Rating
- Elfin E3 cobotISO/TS 15066
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotISO 13849-1 PLe
Force/Torque Sensing
- Elfin E3 cobotnone
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robotnone
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Elfin E3 cobot—
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotYes
Offline Programming
- Elfin E3 cobot—
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotNo
Programming Interface
- Elfin E3 cobotteach_pendant, drag_and_drop, visual_block
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotDirect Teach joystick, hand-guided programming
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- Elfin E3 cobotYes
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Fieldbus Protocols
- Elfin E3 cobotEtherCAT, TCP/IP
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Elfin E3 cobot$15,000 USD
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotContact for quote
Lead Time
- Elfin E3 cobot2 wks
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2017 | 2018 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $15,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 17 kg | — |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 2 m/s | — |
| Payload (values differ) | 3 kg | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 590 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.05 mm | — |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor, ceiling, wall, rail | — |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO 13849-1 PLe |
| 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 | Direct Teach joystick, hand-guided programming |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | EtherCAT, TCP/IP | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $15,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| 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 Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Warranty
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 | Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $15,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 3.6 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $235,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +1567% | — |
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 Elfin E3 cobot and Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot?
Elfin E3 cobot is made by Han's Robot Co., Ltd., based in CN. Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot is made by Nachi Robotic Systems, based in US.
When were Elfin E3 cobot and Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot launched?
Elfin E3 cobot launched in 2017. Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot launched in 2018.
How do Elfin E3 cobot and Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot compare on the Robo Index?
Elfin E3 cobot grades BBB 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 Elfin E3 cobot 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 Elfin E3 cobot 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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About this comparison
Elfin E3 cobot 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.