MiniCobo vs KR 1205
Side-by-side comparison of MiniCobo (Jaka) and KR 1205 (Kassow Robots ApS) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- MiniCoboChina
- KR 1205Denmark
Year First Available
- MiniCobo2014
- KR 12052022
Verified Deployments
- MiniCobo0 Deployments
- KR 12050 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
- KR 1205$34,020 USD
Availability Status
- MiniCoboACTIVE
- KR 1205ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Repeatability
- MiniCobo±0.1 mm
- KR 1205±0.1 mm
IP Rating
- MiniCoboIP54
- KR 1205IP54
Reach
- MiniCobo580 mm
- KR 12051,200 mm
Payload
- MiniCobo1 kg
- KR 12055 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- MiniCobo6
- KR 12057
Max TCP Speed
- MiniCobo1.5 m/s
- KR 12051 m/s
Robot Weight
- MiniCobo9.4 kg
- KR 120525 kg
Mounting Options
- MiniCobofloor, ceiling, wall
- KR 1205—
Safety
Safety Rating
- MiniCoboISO/TS 15066
- KR 1205ISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- MiniCobonone
- KR 1205joint level all
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- MiniCoboYes
- KR 1205Yes
Offline Programming
- MiniCoboNo
- KR 1205No
Programming Interface
- MiniCoboGraphic Programming
- KR 1205visual_block, no_code_gui
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- MiniCoboISO 9409-1-A50
- KR 1205iso 9283
Integrated F/T Sensor
- MiniCobo—
- KR 1205Yes
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- MiniCoboEtherCAT, Profinet
- KR 1205—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
- KR 1205$34,020 USD
CaaS / Month
- MiniCobo—
- KR 1205$1,000
Warranty
- MiniCobo2 yrs
- KR 1205—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | Denmark |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2014 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $13,313 USD | $34,020 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Repeatability (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) | ±0.1 mm | ±0.1 mm |
| IP Rating (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) | IP54 | IP54 |
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 580 mm | 1,200 mm |
| Payload (values differ) | 1 kg | 5 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | 7 |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | 1.5 m/s | 1 m/s |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 9.4 kg | 25 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor, ceiling, wall | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | none | joint level all |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Offline Programming | No | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | Graphic Programming | visual_block, no_code_gui |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | ISO 9409-1-A50 | iso 9283 |
| Integrated F/T Sensor (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | EtherCAT, Profinet | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $13,313 USD | $34,020 USD |
| CaaS / Month (values differ) | — | $1,000 |
| Warranty (values differ) | 2 yrs | — |
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, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, ROS Compatible, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, 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 | MiniCobo | KR 1205 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $13,313 | $34,020 |
| Payback period | 3.2 mo | 8.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $236,688 | $215,980 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +1778% | +635% |
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 MiniCobo and KR 1205?
MiniCobo is made by Jaka, based in CN. KR 1205 is made by Kassow Robots ApS, based in DK.
When were MiniCobo and KR 1205 launched?
MiniCobo launched in 2014. KR 1205 launched in 2022.
How much does MiniCobo cost compared to KR 1205?
MiniCobo is listed at $13,313. KR 1205 is listed at $34,020.
How do MiniCobo and KR 1205 compare on the Robo Index?
MiniCobo grades AA on the Robo Index. KR 1205 grades A. 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 MiniCobo compare to KR 1205?
MiniCobo has a reach of 580 mm. KR 1205 has a reach of 1200 mm.
Are MiniCobo and KR 1205 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 MiniCobo and KR 1205?
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
MiniCobo vs KR 1205 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.