MBS PickStar vs Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot
Side-by-side comparison of MBS PickStar (Robotunits) 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
- MBS PickStarAustria
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotUnited States
Year First Available
- MBS PickStar—
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot2018
Verified Deployments
- MBS PickStar0 Deployments
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- MBS PickStarACTIVE
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Reach
- MBS PickStar1,200 mm
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Repeatability
- MBS PickStar±0.1 mm
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Payload
- MBS PickStar2.5 kg
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
IP Rating
- MBS PickStarIP54
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Degrees of Freedom
- MBS PickStar6
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Max TCP Speed
- MBS PickStar1.2 m/s
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Robot Weight
- MBS PickStar18 kg
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Mounting Options
- MBS PickStarfloor, ceiling, wall, inverted
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Safety
Safety Rating
- MBS PickStarCE, ISO/TS 15066
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotISO 13849-1 PLe
Force/Torque Sensing
- MBS PickStarnone
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robotnone
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- MBS PickStar1 hrs
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
No-Code Capable
- MBS PickStar—
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotYes
Offline Programming
- MBS PickStar—
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotNo
Programming Interface
- MBS PickStarteach_pendant, drag_and_drop, code_python
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotDirect Teach joystick, hand-guided programming
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- MBS PickStarYes
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Fieldbus Protocols
- MBS PickStarEtherCAT, Modbus TCP
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Commercial
Warranty
- MBS PickStar2 yrs
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Lead Time
- MBS PickStar4 wks
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Austria | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2018 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Reach (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 1,200 mm | — |
| Repeatability (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | ±0.1 mm | — |
| Payload (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 2.5 kg | — |
| IP Rating (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | 1.2 m/s | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 18 kg | — |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor, ceiling, wall, inverted | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | CE, ISO/TS 15066 | ISO 13849-1 PLe |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | 1 hrs | — |
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | teach_pendant, drag_and_drop, code_python | Direct Teach joystick, hand-guided programming |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | EtherCAT, Modbus TCP | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Warranty (values differ) | 2 yrs | — |
| Lead Time (values differ) | 4 wks | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Time to Redeploy, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, Price (USD), CaaS / Month
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 | MBS PickStar | Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
MBS PickStar, Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot have 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 MBS PickStar and Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot?
MBS PickStar is made by Robotunits, based in AT. Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot is made by Nachi Robotic Systems, based in US.
How do MBS PickStar and Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot compare on the Robo Index?
MBS PickStar 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 MBS PickStar 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 MBS PickStar 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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About this comparison
MBS PickStar 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.