JAKA Zu 12 vs Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot
Side-by-side comparison of JAKA Zu 12 (Jaka) and Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot (Nachi Robotic Systems) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- JAKA Zu 12China
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotUnited States
Year First Available
- JAKA Zu 12—
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot2018
Verified Deployments
- JAKA Zu 120 Deployments
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- JAKA Zu 12$23,560–$41,200 USD
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotContact for quote
Availability Status
- JAKA Zu 12ACTIVE
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- JAKA Zu 1212 kg
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Robot Weight
- JAKA Zu 1241 kg
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Max TCP Speed
- JAKA Zu 123 m/s
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Reach
- JAKA Zu 121,327 mm
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Degrees of Freedom
- JAKA Zu 126
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Repeatability
- JAKA Zu 12±0.03 mm
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Mounting Options
- JAKA Zu 12Installation at any angle
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
IP Rating
- JAKA Zu 12IP54
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Safety
Safety Rating
- JAKA Zu 12CR, CE, ISO/TS 15066
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotISO 13849-1 PLe
Force/Torque Sensing
- JAKA Zu 12none
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robotnone
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- JAKA Zu 12—
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotYes
Offline Programming
- JAKA Zu 12—
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotNo
Programming Interface
- JAKA Zu 12proprietary_app
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotDirect Teach joystick, hand-guided programming
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- JAKA Zu 12TCP/IP, Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, Profinet
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- JAKA Zu 12$23,560–$41,200 USD
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotContact for quote
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2018 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $23,560–$41,200 USD | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 12 kg | — |
| Robot Weight (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 41 kg | — |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 3 m/s | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,327 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.03 mm | — |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | Installation at any angle | — |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | CR, CE, ISO/TS 15066 | ISO 13849-1 PLe |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | proprietary_app | Direct Teach joystick, hand-guided programming |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | TCP/IP, Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, Profinet | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $23,560–$41,200 USD | Contact for quote |
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 Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, ROS Compatible, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Warranty, 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 | JAKA Zu 12 | Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $32,380 | No price |
| Payback period | 7.8 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $217,620 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +672% | — |
Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot 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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes JAKA Zu 12 and Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot?
JAKA Zu 12 is made by Jaka, based in CN. Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot is made by Nachi Robotic Systems, based in US.
How do JAKA Zu 12 and Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot compare on the Robo Index?
JAKA Zu 12 grades A on the Robo Index. Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot 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.
Are JAKA Zu 12 and Nachi Robotic Systems - 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 JAKA Zu 12 and Nachi Robotic Systems - 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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JAKA Zu 12 vs Nachi Robotic Systems - 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.