MiniCobo vs ReBeL Cobot
Side-by-side comparison of MiniCobo (Jaka) and ReBeL Cobot (igus) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- MiniCoboChina
- ReBeL CobotGermany
Year First Available
- MiniCobo2014
- ReBeL Cobot2014
Verified Deployments
- MiniCobo0 Deployments
- ReBeL Cobot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
- ReBeL Cobot$6,899–$16,142 USD
Availability Status
- MiniCoboACTIVE
- ReBeL CobotACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Reach
- MiniCobo580 mm
- ReBeL Cobot600 mm
Repeatability
- MiniCobo±0.1 mm
- ReBeL Cobot±1 mm
Payload
- MiniCobo1 kg
- ReBeL Cobot2 kg
IP Rating
- MiniCoboIP54
- ReBeL Cobot—
Degrees of Freedom
- MiniCobo6
- ReBeL Cobot6
Max TCP Speed
- MiniCobo1.5 m/s
- ReBeL Cobot—
Robot Weight
- MiniCobo9.4 kg
- ReBeL Cobot8.2 kg
Mounting Options
- MiniCobofloor, ceiling, wall
- ReBeL Cobot—
Safety
Safety Rating
- MiniCoboISO/TS 15066
- ReBeL CobotISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- MiniCobonone
- ReBeL Cobotnone
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- MiniCoboYes
- ReBeL CobotYes
Offline Programming
- MiniCoboNo
- ReBeL CobotNo
Programming Interface
- MiniCoboGraphic Programming
- ReBeL Cobotproprietary_app
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- MiniCoboISO 9409-1-A50
- ReBeL Cobot—
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- MiniCoboEtherCAT, Profinet
- ReBeL Cobot—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
- ReBeL Cobot$6,899–$16,142 USD
Warranty
- MiniCobo2 yrs
- ReBeL Cobot—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | Germany |
| Year First Available | 2014 | 2014 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $13,313 USD | $6,899–$16,142 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Reach (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 580 mm | 600 mm |
| Repeatability (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | ±1 mm |
| Payload (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 1 kg | 2 kg |
| IP Rating (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | 1.5 m/s | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 9.4 kg | 8.2 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor, ceiling, wall | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Offline Programming | No | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | Graphic Programming | proprietary_app |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | ISO 9409-1-A50 | — |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | EtherCAT, Profinet | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $13,313 USD | $6,899–$16,142 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 | ReBeL Cobot |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $13,313 | $11,520 |
| Payback period | 3.2 mo | 2.8 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $236,688 | $238,480 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +1778% | +2070% |
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 ReBeL Cobot?
MiniCobo is made by Jaka, based in CN. ReBeL Cobot is made by igus, based in DE.
When were MiniCobo and ReBeL Cobot launched?
MiniCobo launched in 2014. ReBeL Cobot launched in 2014.
How do MiniCobo and ReBeL Cobot compare on the Robo Index?
MiniCobo grades AA on the Robo Index. ReBeL Cobot 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.
How does the reach of MiniCobo compare to ReBeL Cobot?
MiniCobo has a reach of 580 mm. ReBeL Cobot has a reach of 664 mm.
Are MiniCobo and ReBeL Cobot 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 ReBeL Cobot?
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 ReBeL Cobot 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.