MiniCobo vs RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)
Side-by-side comparison of MiniCobo (Jaka) and RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B) (RealMan Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- MiniCoboChina
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)China
Year First Available
- MiniCobo2014
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)—
Verified Deployments
- MiniCobo0 Deployments
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)Contact for quote
Availability Status
- MiniCoboACTIVE
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- MiniCobo1 kg
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)2 kg
Max TCP Speed
- MiniCobo1.5 m/s
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)—
IP Rating
- MiniCoboIP54
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)IP54
Reach
- MiniCobo580 mm
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)600 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- MiniCobo6
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)—
Repeatability
- MiniCobo±0.1 mm
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)±1 mm
Robot Weight
- MiniCobo9.4 kg
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)6.6 kg
Mounting Options
- MiniCobofloor, ceiling, wall
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)—
Safety
Safety Rating
- MiniCoboISO/TS 15066
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)IP54
Force/Torque Sensing
- MiniCobonone
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)none
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- MiniCoboYes
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)Yes
Offline Programming
- MiniCoboNo
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)—
Programming Interface
- MiniCoboGraphic Programming
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)API / JSON
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- MiniCoboISO 9409-1-A50
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)—
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- MiniCobo—
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)Yes
Fieldbus Protocols
- MiniCoboEtherCAT, Profinet
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB serial, RS485
Commercial
Price (USD)
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)Contact for quote
Warranty
- MiniCobo2 yrs
- RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2014 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $13,313 USD | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 1 kg | 2 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 1.5 m/s | — |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) | IP54 | IP54 |
| Reach (values differ) | 580 mm | 600 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | ±1 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 9.4 kg | 6.6 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor, ceiling, wall | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | IP54 |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | No | — |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | Graphic Programming | API / JSON |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | ISO 9409-1-A50 | — |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | EtherCAT, Profinet | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB serial, RS485 |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $13,313 USD | Contact for quote |
| 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, 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 | RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B) |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $13,313 | No price |
| Payback period | 3.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $236,688 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +1778% | — |
RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B) 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes MiniCobo and RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)?
MiniCobo is made by Jaka, based in CN. RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B) is made by RealMan Robotics, based in CN.
How do MiniCobo and RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B) compare on the Robo Index?
MiniCobo grades AA on the Robo Index. RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B) 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 MiniCobo and RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B) 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 RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B)?
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 RealMan GEN Series (GEN72-B) 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.