MiniCobo vs TM12
Side-by-side comparison of MiniCobo (Jaka) and TM12 (Techman Robot Inc.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- MiniCoboChina
- TM12Taiwan
Year First Available
- MiniCobo2014
- TM122016
Verified Deployments
- MiniCobo0 Deployments
- TM120 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
- TM12$34,000 USD
Availability Status
- MiniCoboACTIVE
- TM12ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- MiniCobo1 kg
- TM1212 kg
Max TCP Speed
- MiniCobo1.5 m/s
- TM124.7 m/s
Reach
- MiniCobo580 mm
- TM121,300 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- MiniCobo6
- TM126
Repeatability
- MiniCobo±0.1 mm
- TM12±0.5 mm
Robot Weight
- MiniCobo9.4 kg
- TM1233.3 kg
Mounting Options
- MiniCobofloor, ceiling, wall
- TM12—
IP Rating
- MiniCoboIP54
- TM12—
Safety
Safety Rating
- MiniCoboISO/TS 15066
- TM12ISO 10218-1 + ISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- MiniCobonone
- TM12none
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- MiniCoboYes
- TM12Yes
Offline Programming
- MiniCoboNo
- TM12No
Programming Interface
- MiniCoboGraphic Programming
- TM12no coding or pendant
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- MiniCoboISO 9409-1-A50
- TM12—
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- MiniCoboEtherCAT, Profinet
- TM12—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
- TM12$34,000 USD
Warranty
- MiniCobo2 yrs
- TM12—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | Taiwan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2014 | 2016 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $13,313 USD | $34,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 1 kg | 12 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 1.5 m/s | 4.7 m/s |
| Reach (values differ) | 580 mm | 1,300 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | ±0.5 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 9.4 kg | 33.3 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor, ceiling, wall | — |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO 10218-1 + 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 | no coding or pendant |
| 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 | $34,000 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 | TM12 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $13,313 | $34,000 |
| Payback period | 3.2 mo | 8.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $236,688 | $216,000 |
| 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 TM12?
MiniCobo is made by Jaka, based in CN. TM12 is made by Techman Robot Inc., based in TW.
When were MiniCobo and TM12 launched?
MiniCobo launched in 2014. TM12 launched in 2016.
How much does MiniCobo cost compared to TM12?
MiniCobo is listed at $13,313. TM12 is listed at $34,000.
How do MiniCobo and TM12 compare on the Robo Index?
MiniCobo grades AA on the Robo Index. TM12 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 TM12?
MiniCobo has a reach of 580 mm. TM12 has a reach of 1300 mm.
Are MiniCobo and TM12 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 TM12?
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 TM12 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.