Nextage vs ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro
Side-by-side comparison of Nextage (Kawada Industries) and ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro (Beijing ROKAE Technology Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- NextageJapan

- ROKAE xMate ER7 ProChina

Year First Available
- Nextage2009

- ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro—

Verified Deployments
- Nextage0 Deployments

- ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro0 Deployments

Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- NextageACTIVE

- ROKAE xMate ER7 ProACTIVE

Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Nextage1.5 kg

- ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro7 kg

Max TCP Speed
- Nextage—

- ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro2.5 m/s

IP Rating
- Nextage—

- ROKAE xMate ER7 ProIP54

Reach
- Nextage1,450 mm

- ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro1,125 mm

Degrees of Freedom
- Nextage15

- ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro7

Repeatability
- Nextage±0.03 mm

- ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro±0.03 mm

Robot Weight
- Nextage28 kg

- ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro29 kg

Mounting Options
- Nextagefloor

- ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro任意角度安装

Safety
Safety Rating
- NextageISO10218

- ROKAE xMate ER7 ProISO 15066

Force/Torque Sensing
- Nextagenone

- ROKAE xMate ER7 Pronone

Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Nextage—

- ROKAE xMate ER7 ProYes

Offline Programming
- Nextage—

- ROKAE xMate ER7 ProNo

Programming Interface
- Nextagecode_ros

- ROKAE xMate ER7 ProRL编程语言

End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Nextage—

- ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro力, x-y-z; 力矩, x-y-z

Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- NextageYes

- ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro—

Fieldbus Protocols
- Nextage—

- ROKAE xMate ER7 ProTCP/IP, Modbus TCP, Profinet, Ethernet/IP

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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 | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 1.5 kg | 7 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | 2.5 m/s |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,450 mm | 1,125 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 15 | 7 |
| Repeatability | ±0.03 mm | ±0.03 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 28 kg | 29 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor | 任意角度安装 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO10218 | ISO 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | code_ros | RL编程语言 |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | 力, x-y-z; 力矩, x-y-z |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | TCP/IP, Modbus TCP, Profinet, Ethernet/IP |
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, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, Price (USD), 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 | ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Nextage, ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes Nextage and ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro?
Nextage is made by Kawada Industries, based in JP. ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro is made by Beijing ROKAE Technology Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How do Nextage and ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro compare on the Robo Index?
Nextage grades AA on the Robo Index. ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro 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 ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro?
Nextage has a reach of 1450 mm. ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro has a reach of 1125 mm.
Are Nextage and ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro 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 ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro?
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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Cobot TCO and Payback Math: Hardware, EOAT, and Zero-Fencing Savings
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Cobot Vendor Red Flags: Questions That Filter Out the Marketing
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About this comparison
Nextage vs ROKAE xMate ER7 Pro 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.