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MiniCobo vs Weyer Collaborative Robot

Side-by-side comparison of MiniCobo (Jaka) and Weyer Collaborative Robot (Shanghai Weyer Electric Co. Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.

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MiniCobo
MiniCoboAA
Weyer Collaborative RobotA

Layer 1: Identity & Trust

Manufacturer Country

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCoboChina
  • Weyer Collaborative Robot—

Year First Available

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCobo2014
  • Weyer Collaborative Robot2015

Verified Deployments

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCobo0 Deployments
  • Weyer Collaborative Robot0 Deployments

Layer 2: Operational

Price

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCobo$13,313 USD
  • Weyer Collaborative Robot$29,000 USD

Availability Status

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCoboACTIVE
  • Weyer Collaborative RobotACTIVE

Arm Mechanics

Payload

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCobo1 kg
  • Weyer Collaborative Robot4 kg

Max TCP Speed

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCobo1.5 m/s
  • Weyer Collaborative Robot—

Reach

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCobo580 mm
  • Weyer Collaborative Robot1,000 mm

Degrees of Freedom

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCobo6
  • Weyer Collaborative Robot7

Repeatability

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCobo±0.1 mm
  • Weyer Collaborative Robot—

Robot Weight

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCobo9.4 kg
  • Weyer Collaborative Robot19 kg

Mounting Options

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCobofloor, ceiling, wall
  • Weyer Collaborative Robot—

IP Rating

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCoboIP54
  • Weyer Collaborative Robot—

Safety

Safety Rating

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCoboISO/TS 15066
  • Weyer Collaborative RobotISO9001, IATF16949, UL, CE

Force/Torque Sensing

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCobonone
  • Weyer Collaborative Robotintegrated wrist ft

Ease of Use

No-Code Capable

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCoboYes
  • Weyer Collaborative RobotNo

Offline Programming

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCoboNo
  • Weyer Collaborative RobotNo

Programming Interface

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCoboGraphic Programming
  • Weyer Collaborative RobotIntera

End-Effector

Tool Flange Standard

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCoboISO 9409-1-A50
  • Weyer Collaborative Robot—

Software & Connectivity

Fieldbus Protocols

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCoboEtherCAT, Profinet
  • Weyer Collaborative Robot—

Commercial

Price (USD)

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCobo$13,313 USD
  • Weyer Collaborative Robot$29,000 USD

Warranty

  • MiniCobo
    MiniCobo2 yrs
  • Weyer Collaborative Robot—

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

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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

MetricMiniCoboWeyer Collaborative Robot
Investment$13,313$29,000
Payback period3.2 mo7.0 mo
Net savings (5 yr)$236,688$221,000
ROI (5 yr)+1778%+762%

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 Weyer Collaborative Robot?

MiniCobo is made by Jaka, based in CN. Weyer Collaborative Robot is made by Shanghai Weyer Electric Co. Ltd..

When were MiniCobo and Weyer Collaborative Robot launched?

MiniCobo launched in 2014. Weyer Collaborative Robot launched in 2015.

How much does MiniCobo cost compared to Weyer Collaborative Robot?

MiniCobo is listed at $13,313. Weyer Collaborative Robot is listed at $29,000.

How do MiniCobo and Weyer Collaborative Robot compare on the Robo Index?

MiniCobo grades AA on the Robo Index. Weyer Collaborative Robot 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 Weyer Collaborative Robot?

MiniCobo has a reach of 580 mm. Weyer Collaborative Robot has a reach of 1000 mm.

Are MiniCobo and Weyer Collaborative Robot 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 Weyer Collaborative Robot?

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 Weyer Collaborative Robot 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.