Nextage vs Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot
Side-by-side comparison of Nextage (Kawada Industries) and Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot (Dongguan Rongan Electromechanical Equipment Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- NextageJapan
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative RobotChina
Year First Available
- Nextage2009
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot—
Verified Deployments
- Nextage0 Deployments
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- NextageContact for quote
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot$55,000 USD
Availability Status
- NextageACTIVE
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative RobotACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Nextage1.5 kg
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot16 kg
Reach
- Nextage1,450 mm
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot1,155 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Nextage15
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot6
Repeatability
- Nextage±0.03 mm
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot±0.03 mm
Robot Weight
- Nextage28 kg
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot53.4 kg
Mounting Options
- Nextagefloor
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robotfloor, wall
IP Rating
- Nextage—
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative RobotIP67
Safety
Safety Rating
- NextageISO10218
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative RobotISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001
Force/Torque Sensing
- Nextagenone
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robotsoftware only
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Nextage—
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative RobotYes
Programming Interface
- Nextagecode_ros
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robotdrag_and_drop, code_ros, teach_pendant
End-Effector
Integrated F/T Sensor
- Nextage—
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative RobotYes
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- NextageYes
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative RobotYes
Fieldbus Protocols
- Nextage—
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative RobotEtherCAT, CANopen, Modbus, RS485
Commercial
Price (USD)
- NextageContact for quote
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot$55,000 USD
Warranty
- Nextage—
- Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot2 yrs
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2009 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $55,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 1.5 kg | 16 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,450 mm | 1,155 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 15 | 6 |
| Repeatability | ±0.03 mm | ±0.03 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 28 kg | 53.4 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor | floor, wall |
| IP Rating (values differ) | — | IP67 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO10218 | ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | none | software only |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | code_ros | drag_and_drop, code_ros, teach_pendant |
| End-Effector | ||
| Integrated F/T Sensor (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | EtherCAT, CANopen, Modbus, RS485 |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $55,000 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 2 yrs |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Max TCP Speed, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Offline Programming, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, 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 | Nextage | Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $55,000 |
| Payback period | — | 13.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $195,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +355% |
Nextage 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes Nextage and Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot?
Nextage is made by Kawada Industries, based in JP. Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot is made by Dongguan Rongan Electromechanical Equipment Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How do Nextage and Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot compare on the Robo Index?
Nextage grades AA on the Robo Index. Ra Precision 6-Axis 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 Nextage compare to Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot?
Nextage has a reach of 1450 mm. Ra Precision 6-Axis Collaborative Robot has a reach of 1155 mm.
Are Nextage and Ra Precision 6-Axis 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 Nextage and Ra Precision 6-Axis 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
Nextage vs Ra Precision 6-Axis 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.