MiniCobo vs Unitree D1
Side-by-side comparison of MiniCobo (Jaka) and Unitree D1 (Unitree Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- MiniCoboChina
- Unitree D1China
Year First Available
- MiniCobo2014
- Unitree D1—
Verified Deployments
- MiniCobo0 Deployments
- Unitree D10 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
- Unitree D1$3,600 USD
Availability Status
- MiniCoboACTIVE
- Unitree D1ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- MiniCobo9.4 kg
- Unitree D12.4 kg
Max TCP Speed
- MiniCobo1.5 m/s
- Unitree D1—
Payload
- MiniCobo1 kg
- Unitree D11 kg
Reach
- MiniCobo580 mm
- Unitree D1670 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- MiniCobo6
- Unitree D17
Repeatability
- MiniCobo±0.1 mm
- Unitree D1±0.05 mm
Mounting Options
- MiniCobofloor, ceiling, wall
- Unitree D1—
IP Rating
- MiniCoboIP54
- Unitree D1—
Safety
Safety Rating
- MiniCoboISO/TS 15066
- Unitree D1—
Force/Torque Sensing
- MiniCobonone
- Unitree D1none
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- MiniCoboYes
- Unitree D1—
Offline Programming
- MiniCoboNo
- Unitree D1—
Programming Interface
- MiniCoboGraphic Programming
- Unitree D1code_ros
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- MiniCoboISO 9409-1-A50
- Unitree D1—
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- MiniCobo—
- Unitree D1Yes
Fieldbus Protocols
- MiniCoboEtherCAT, Profinet
- Unitree D1—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- MiniCobo$13,313 USD
- Unitree D1$3,600 USD
Warranty
- MiniCobo2 yrs
- Unitree D1—
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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 | $3,600 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 9.4 kg | 2.4 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 1.5 m/s | — |
| Payload (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) | 1 kg | 1 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 580 mm | 670 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | 7 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor, ceiling, wall | — |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | — |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | No | — |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | Graphic Programming | code_ros |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | ISO 9409-1-A50 | — |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | EtherCAT, Profinet | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $13,313 USD | $3,600 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, 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 | Unitree D1 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $13,313 | $3,600 |
| Payback period | 3.2 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $236,688 | $246,400 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +1778% | +6844% |
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 Unitree D1?
MiniCobo is made by Jaka, based in CN. Unitree D1 is made by Unitree Robotics, based in CN.
How much does MiniCobo cost compared to Unitree D1?
MiniCobo is listed at $13,313. Unitree D1 is listed at $3,600.
How do MiniCobo and Unitree D1 compare on the Robo Index?
MiniCobo grades AA on the Robo Index. Unitree D1 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 Unitree D1?
MiniCobo has a reach of 580 mm. Unitree D1 has a reach of 670 mm.
Are MiniCobo and Unitree D1 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 Unitree D1?
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 Unitree D1 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.