MiniCobo vs Nova 5
Side-by-side comparison of MiniCobo (Jaka) and Nova 5 (Dobot) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- MiniCoboChina
- Nova 5China
Year First Available
- MiniCobo2014
- Nova 52019
Verified Deployments
- MiniCobo0 Deployments
- Nova 50 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
- Nova 5$9,525–$13,790 USD
Availability Status
- MiniCoboACTIVE
- Nova 5ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- MiniCobo1 kg
- Nova 55 kg
Max TCP Speed
- MiniCobo1.5 m/s
- Nova 52 m/s
IP Rating
- MiniCoboIP54
- Nova 5IP54
Reach
- MiniCobo580 mm
- Nova 5850 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- MiniCobo6
- Nova 56
Repeatability
- MiniCobo±0.1 mm
- Nova 5±0.05 mm
Robot Weight
- MiniCobo9.4 kg
- Nova 514 kg
Mounting Options
- MiniCobofloor, ceiling, wall
- Nova 5任意角度
Safety
Safety Rating
- MiniCoboISO/TS 15066
- Nova 5IP54
Force/Torque Sensing
- MiniCobonone
- Nova 5none
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- MiniCoboYes
- Nova 5Yes
Offline Programming
- MiniCoboNo
- Nova 5No
Programming Interface
- MiniCoboGraphic Programming
- Nova 5drag_and_drop
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- MiniCoboISO 9409-1-A50
- Nova 5—
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- MiniCoboEtherCAT, Profinet
- Nova 5TCP/IP, Modbus TCP
Commercial
Price (USD)
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
- Nova 5$9,525–$13,790 USD
Warranty
- MiniCobo2 yrs
- Nova 5—
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2014 | 2019 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $13,313 USD | $9,525–$13,790 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 1 kg | 5 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 1.5 m/s | 2 m/s |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) | IP54 | IP54 |
| Reach (values differ) | 580 mm | 850 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 9.4 kg | 14 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor, ceiling, wall | 任意角度 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | IP54 |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Offline Programming | No | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | Graphic Programming | drag_and_drop |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | ISO 9409-1-A50 | — |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | EtherCAT, Profinet | TCP/IP, Modbus TCP |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $13,313 USD | $9,525–$13,790 USD |
| 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, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, ROS Compatible, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, 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 | Nova 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $13,313 | $11,658 |
| Payback period | 3.2 mo | 2.8 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $236,688 | $238,343 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +1778% | +2045% |
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 Nova 5?
MiniCobo is made by Jaka, based in CN. Nova 5 is made by Dobot, based in CN.
When were MiniCobo and Nova 5 launched?
MiniCobo launched in 2014. Nova 5 launched in 2019.
How do MiniCobo and Nova 5 compare on the Robo Index?
MiniCobo grades AA on the Robo Index. Nova 5 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 Nova 5?
MiniCobo has a reach of 580 mm. Nova 5 has a reach of 850 mm.
Are MiniCobo and Nova 5 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 Nova 5?
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 Nova 5 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.