Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot vs Nova 5
Side-by-side comparison of Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot (Nachi Robotic Systems) and Nova 5 (Dobot) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotUnited States

- Nova 5China

Year First Available
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot2018

- Nova 52019

Verified Deployments
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot0 Deployments

- Nova 50 Deployments

Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotContact for quote

- Nova 5$9,525–$13,790 USD

Availability Status
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotACTIVE

- Nova 5ACTIVE

Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—

- Nova 55 kg

Reach
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—

- Nova 5850 mm

Degrees of Freedom
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—

- Nova 56

Repeatability
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—

- Nova 5±0.05 mm

Max TCP Speed
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—

- Nova 52 m/s

Robot Weight
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—

- Nova 514 kg

Mounting Options
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—

- Nova 5任意角度

IP Rating
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—

- Nova 5IP54

Safety
Safety Rating
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotISO 13849-1 PLe

- Nova 5IP54

Force/Torque Sensing
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robotnone

- Nova 5none

Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotYes

- Nova 5Yes

Offline Programming
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotNo

- Nova 5No

Programming Interface
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotDirect Teach joystick, hand-guided programming

- Nova 5drag_and_drop

Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot—

- Nova 5TCP/IP, Modbus TCP

Commercial
Price (USD)
- Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative RobotContact for quote

- Nova 5$9,525–$13,790 USD

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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2018 | 2019 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $9,525–$13,790 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (values differ) | — | 5 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | — | 850 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.05 mm |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | — | 2 m/s |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 14 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | — | 任意角度 |
| IP Rating (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO 13849-1 PLe | IP54 |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Offline Programming | No | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | Direct Teach joystick, hand-guided programming | drag_and_drop |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | TCP/IP, Modbus TCP |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $9,525–$13,790 USD |
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 | Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot | Nova 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $11,658 |
| Payback period | — | 2.8 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $238,343 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +2045% |
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 Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot and Nova 5?
Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot is made by Nachi Robotic Systems, based in US. Nova 5 is made by Dobot, based in CN.
When were Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot and Nova 5 launched?
Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot launched in 2018. Nova 5 launched in 2019.
How do Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot and Nova 5 compare on the Robo Index?
Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot grades AA on the Robo Index. Nova 5 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.
Are Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot and Nova 5 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 Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot and Nova 5?
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
Nachi Robotic Systems - Collaborative Robot vs Nova 5 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.