MiniCobo vs ROKAE xMate
Side-by-side comparison of MiniCobo (Jaka) and ROKAE xMate (Beijing ROKAE Technology Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- MiniCoboChina
- ROKAE xMateChina
Year First Available
- MiniCobo2014
- ROKAE xMate—
Verified Deployments
- MiniCobo0 Deployments
- ROKAE xMate0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
- ROKAE xMateContact for quote
Availability Status
- MiniCoboACTIVE
- ROKAE xMateACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- MiniCobo1 kg
- ROKAE xMate—
Max TCP Speed
- MiniCobo1.5 m/s
- ROKAE xMate—
IP Rating
- MiniCoboIP54
- ROKAE xMate—
Reach
- MiniCobo580 mm
- ROKAE xMate—
Degrees of Freedom
- MiniCobo6
- ROKAE xMate—
Repeatability
- MiniCobo±0.1 mm
- ROKAE xMate—
Robot Weight
- MiniCobo9.4 kg
- ROKAE xMate—
Mounting Options
- MiniCobofloor, ceiling, wall
- ROKAE xMate—
Safety
Safety Rating
- MiniCoboISO/TS 15066
- ROKAE xMate—
Force/Torque Sensing
- MiniCobonone
- ROKAE xMate—
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- MiniCoboYes
- ROKAE xMate—
Offline Programming
- MiniCoboNo
- ROKAE xMate—
Programming Interface
- MiniCoboGraphic Programming
- ROKAE xMate—
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- MiniCoboISO 9409-1-A50
- ROKAE xMate—
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- MiniCoboEtherCAT, Profinet
- ROKAE xMate—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
- ROKAE xMateContact for quote
Warranty
- MiniCobo2 yrs
- ROKAE xMate—
| 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 | — |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 1.5 m/s | — |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 580 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 9.4 kg | — |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor, ceiling, wall | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | — |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | none | — |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | No | — |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | Graphic Programming | — |
| 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 | 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, 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 | ROKAE xMate |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $13,313 | No price |
| Payback period | 3.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $236,688 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +1778% | — |
ROKAE xMate 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 ROKAE xMate?
MiniCobo is made by Jaka, based in CN. ROKAE xMate is made by Beijing ROKAE Technology Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How do MiniCobo and ROKAE xMate compare on the Robo Index?
MiniCobo grades AA on the Robo Index. ROKAE xMate grades BB. 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 ROKAE xMate 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 ROKAE xMate?
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 ROKAE xMate 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.