robolink DP 5-axis arm vs MiniCobo
Side-by-side comparison of robolink DP 5-axis arm (igus) and MiniCobo (Jaka) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- robolink DP 5-axis armGermany
- MiniCoboChina
Year First Available
- robolink DP 5-axis arm2019
- MiniCobo2014
Verified Deployments
- robolink DP 5-axis arm0 Deployments
- MiniCobo0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- robolink DP 5-axis arm$6,883–$10,699 USD
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
Availability Status
- robolink DP 5-axis armACTIVE
- MiniCoboACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- robolink DP 5-axis arm2 kg
- MiniCobo1 kg
Max TCP Speed
- robolink DP 5-axis arm0.1 m/s
- MiniCobo1.5 m/s
IP Rating
- robolink DP 5-axis armIP44
- MiniCoboIP54
Reach
- robolink DP 5-axis arm790 mm
- MiniCobo580 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- robolink DP 5-axis arm5
- MiniCobo6
Repeatability
- robolink DP 5-axis arm±1 mm
- MiniCobo±0.1 mm
Robot Weight
- robolink DP 5-axis arm22.4 kg
- MiniCobo9.4 kg
Mounting Options
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- MiniCobofloor, ceiling, wall
Safety
Safety Rating
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- MiniCoboISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- robolink DP 5-axis armnone
- MiniCobonone
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- robolink DP 5-axis armNo
- MiniCoboYes
Offline Programming
- robolink DP 5-axis armNo
- MiniCoboNo
Programming Interface
- robolink DP 5-axis armigus Robot Control software
- MiniCoboGraphic Programming
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- MiniCoboISO 9409-1-A50
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- robolink DP 5-axis armYes
- MiniCobo—
Fieldbus Protocols
- robolink DP 5-axis armModbus, TCP/IP
- MiniCoboEtherCAT, Profinet
Commercial
Price (USD)
- robolink DP 5-axis arm$6,883–$10,699 USD
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
Warranty
- robolink DP 5-axis arm—
- MiniCobo2 yrs
Lead Time
- robolink DP 5-axis arm3 wks
- MiniCobo—
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2019 | 2014 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $6,883–$10,699 USD | $13,313 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 2 kg | 1 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 0.1 m/s | 1.5 m/s |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | IP44 | IP54 |
| Reach (values differ) | 790 mm | 580 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 5 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±1 mm | ±0.1 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 22.4 kg | 9.4 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | — | floor, ceiling, wall |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | — | ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | No | Yes |
| Offline Programming | No | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | igus Robot Control software | Graphic Programming |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | ISO 9409-1-A50 |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | Modbus, TCP/IP | EtherCAT, Profinet |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $6,883–$10,699 USD | $13,313 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 2 yrs |
| Lead Time (values differ) | 3 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
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Frequently asked
Who makes robolink DP 5-axis arm and MiniCobo?
robolink DP 5-axis arm is made by igus, based in DE. MiniCobo is made by Jaka, based in CN.
When were robolink DP 5-axis arm and MiniCobo launched?
robolink DP 5-axis arm launched in 2019. MiniCobo launched in 2014.
How do robolink DP 5-axis arm and MiniCobo compare on the Robo Index?
robolink DP 5-axis arm scores 69/100. MiniCobo scores 69/100. The Robo Index blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
How does the reach of robolink DP 5-axis arm compare to MiniCobo?
robolink DP 5-axis arm has a reach of 790 mm. MiniCobo has a reach of 580 mm.
Are robolink DP 5-axis arm 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 robolink DP 5-axis arm 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
robolink DP 5-axis arm 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.