Nextage vs RB5-850E
Side-by-side comparison of Nextage (Kawada Industries) and RB5-850E (Rainbow Robotics Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- NextageJapan
- RB5-850ESouth Korea
Year First Available
- Nextage2009
- RB5-850E2011
Verified Deployments
- Nextage0 Deployments
- RB5-850E0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- NextageContact for quote
- RB5-850E$22,000 USD
Availability Status
- NextageACTIVE
- RB5-850EACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Repeatability
- Nextage±0.03 mm
- RB5-850E±0.05 mm
IP Rating
- Nextage—
- RB5-850EIP66
Reach
- Nextage1,450 mm
- RB5-850E927.7 mm
Payload
- Nextage1.5 kg
- RB5-850E5 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- Nextage15
- RB5-850E6
Robot Weight
- Nextage28 kg
- RB5-850E22 kg
Mounting Options
- Nextagefloor
- RB5-850E—
Safety
Safety Rating
- NextageISO10218
- RB5-850EISO 10218-1, ISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- Nextagenone
- RB5-850Enone
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- Nextage—
- RB5-850E1 hrs
Programming Interface
- Nextagecode_ros
- RB5-850Eno_code_gui
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Nextage—
- RB5-850EM10 12-pin
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- NextageYes
- RB5-850E—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- NextageContact for quote
- RB5-850E$22,000 USD
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | South Korea |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2009 | 2011 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $22,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Repeatability (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | ±0.03 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| IP Rating (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | — | IP66 |
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 1,450 mm | 927.7 mm |
| Payload (values differ) | 1.5 kg | 5 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 15 | 6 |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 28 kg | 22 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO10218 | ISO 10218-1, ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | — | 1 hrs |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | code_ros | no_code_gui |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | M10 12-pin |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $22,000 USD |
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, Time to Redeploy, No-Code Capable, Offline Programming, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Fieldbus Protocols, 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 | Nextage | RB5-850E |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $22,000 |
| Payback period | — | 5.3 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $228,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +1036% |
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 RB5-850E?
Nextage is made by Kawada Industries, based in JP. RB5-850E is made by Rainbow Robotics Co., Ltd., based in KR.
When were Nextage and RB5-850E launched?
Nextage launched in 2009. RB5-850E launched in 2011.
How do Nextage and RB5-850E compare on the Robo Index?
Nextage grades AA on the Robo Index. RB5-850E 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.
How does the reach of Nextage compare to RB5-850E?
Nextage has a reach of 1450 mm. RB5-850E has a reach of 850 mm.
Are Nextage and RB5-850E 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 RB5-850E?
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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Nextage vs RB5-850E 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.