Nextage vs RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer
Side-by-side comparison of Nextage (Kawada Industries) and RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer (Guangdong Imako Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- NextageJapan
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot PalletizerChina
Year First Available
- Nextage2009
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer—
Verified Deployments
- Nextage0 Deployments
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- NextageContact for quote
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer$25,000 USD
Availability Status
- NextageACTIVE
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot PalletizerACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Nextage1.5 kg
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer20 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Nextage—
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer0.1 m/s
IP Rating
- Nextage—
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot PalletizerIP54
Reach
- Nextage1,450 mm
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer1,600 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Nextage15
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer—
Repeatability
- Nextage±0.03 mm
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer—
Robot Weight
- Nextage28 kg
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer—
Mounting Options
- Nextagefloor
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer—
Safety
Safety Rating
- NextageISO10218
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot PalletizerPL=d certified by ISO13849-1
Force/Torque Sensing
- Nextagenone
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizernone
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- Nextage—
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer1 hrs
No-Code Capable
- Nextage—
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot PalletizerNo
Offline Programming
- Nextage—
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot PalletizerYes
Programming Interface
- Nextagecode_ros
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot PalletizerTM Palletizing Operator
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- NextageYes
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- NextageContact for quote
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer$25,000 USD
Lead Time
- Nextage—
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer30 wks
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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 | $25,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 1.5 kg | 20 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | 0.1 m/s |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,450 mm | 1,600 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 15 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.03 mm | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 28 kg | — |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO10218 | PL=d certified by ISO13849-1 |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | — | 1 hrs |
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | No |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | code_ros | TM Palletizing Operator |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $25,000 USD |
| Lead Time (values differ) | — | 30 wks |
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, Time to Redeploy, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Fieldbus Protocols, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Warranty
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 | RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $25,000 |
| Payback period | — | 6.0 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $225,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +900% |
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 RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer?
Nextage is made by Kawada Industries, based in JP. RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer is made by Guangdong Imako Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How do Nextage and RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer compare on the Robo Index?
Nextage grades AA on the Robo Index. RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer 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 RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer?
Nextage has a reach of 1450 mm. RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer has a reach of 1600 mm.
Are Nextage and RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer 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 RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer?
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 RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer 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.