myCobot 280 vs Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot
Side-by-side comparison of myCobot 280 (Elephant Robotics) 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
- myCobot 280China
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotUnited States
Year First Available
- myCobot 2802020
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot2018
Verified Deployments
- myCobot 2800 Deployments
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- myCobot 280$639–$849 USD
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotContact for quote
Availability Status
- myCobot 280ACTIVE
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- myCobot 2800.3 kg
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Reach
- myCobot 280280 mm
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Degrees of Freedom
- myCobot 2806
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Repeatability
- myCobot 280±0.5 mm
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Robot Weight
- myCobot 2800.9 kg
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Safety
Safety Rating
- myCobot 280—
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotISO 13849-1 PLe
Force/Torque Sensing
- myCobot 280none
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robotnone
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- myCobot 280Yes
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotYes
Offline Programming
- myCobot 280Yes
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotNo
Programming Interface
- myCobot 280code_python, code_ros
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotDirect Teach joystick, hand-guided programming
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- myCobot 280Python, JavaScript, C++, C#
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
ROS Compatible
- myCobot 280Yes
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Fieldbus Protocols
- myCobot 280TCP/IP, MODBUS
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Reliability
MTBF
- myCobot 280500 hrs
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- myCobot 280$639–$849 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) | 2020 | 2018 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $639–$849 USD | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 0.3 kg | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 280 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.5 mm | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 0.9 kg | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | — | ISO 13849-1 PLe |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | Yes | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | code_python, code_ros | Direct Teach joystick, hand-guided programming |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | Python, JavaScript, C++, C# | — |
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | TCP/IP, MODBUS | — |
| Reliability | ||
| MTBF (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 500 hrs | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $639–$849 USD | Contact for quote |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Max TCP Speed, Mounting Options, IP Rating, 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, Digital Twin Support, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Warranty, 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
| Metric | myCobot 280 | Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $744 | No price |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $249,256 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +33505% | — |
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 myCobot 280 and Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot?
myCobot 280 is made by Elephant Robotics, based in CN. Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot is made by Nachi Robotic Systems, based in US.
When were myCobot 280 and Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot launched?
myCobot 280 launched in 2020. Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot launched in 2018.
How do myCobot 280 and Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot compare on the Robo Index?
myCobot 280 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 myCobot 280 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 myCobot 280 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
myCobot 280 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.