Nextage vs Stäubli 4-axis Cobot
Side-by-side comparison of Nextage (Kawada Industries) and Stäubli 4-axis Cobot (Stäubli International AG — Robotics Division) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- NextageJapan
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotSwitzerland
Year First Available
- Nextage2009
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot2022
Verified Deployments
- Nextage0 Deployments
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- NextageACTIVE
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Repeatability
- Nextage±0.03 mm
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot±0.01 mm
IP Rating
- Nextage—
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotIP54
Reach
- Nextage1,450 mm
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot1,300 mm
Payload
- Nextage1.5 kg
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot8.4 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- Nextage15
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot4
Max TCP Speed
- Nextage—
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot1.2 m/s
Robot Weight
- Nextage28 kg
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot29 kg
Mounting Options
- Nextagefloor
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobotfloor, tabletop
Safety
Safety Rating
- NextageISO10218
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotISO 10218-1 Cat 3 PLd
Force/Torque Sensing
- Nextagenone
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobotnone
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- Nextage—
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot1 hrs
No-Code Capable
- Nextage—
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotYes
Offline Programming
- Nextage—
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotYes
Programming Interface
- Nextagecode_ros
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotVAL Blocks, uniVAL PLC, uniVAL pi, uniVAL drive
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- NextageYes
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotYes
Fieldbus Protocols
- Nextage—
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotEtherCAT, Modbus TCP
Commercial
Warranty
- Nextage—
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot2 yrs
Lead Time
- Nextage—
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot4 wks
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | Switzerland |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2009 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Repeatability (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | ±0.03 mm | ±0.01 mm |
| IP Rating (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 1,450 mm | 1,300 mm |
| Payload (values differ) | 1.5 kg | 8.4 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 15 | 4 |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | — | 1.2 m/s |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 28 kg | 29 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor | floor, tabletop |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO10218 | ISO 10218-1 Cat 3 PLd |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | — | 1 hrs |
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | code_ros | VAL Blocks, uniVAL PLC, uniVAL pi, uniVAL drive |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | EtherCAT, Modbus TCP |
| Commercial | ||
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 2 yrs |
| Lead Time (values differ) | — | 4 wks |
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, Time to Redeploy, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, Price (USD), CaaS / Month
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 | Stäubli 4-axis Cobot |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Nextage, Stäubli 4-axis Cobot 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 Stäubli 4-axis Cobot?
Nextage is made by Kawada Industries, based in JP. Stäubli 4-axis Cobot is made by Stäubli International AG — Robotics Division, based in CH.
When were Nextage and Stäubli 4-axis Cobot launched?
Nextage launched in 2009. Stäubli 4-axis Cobot launched in 2022.
How do Nextage and Stäubli 4-axis Cobot compare on the Robo Index?
Nextage grades AA on the Robo Index. Stäubli 4-axis Cobot 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 Stäubli 4-axis Cobot?
Nextage has a reach of 1450 mm. Stäubli 4-axis Cobot has a reach of 1300 mm.
Are Nextage and Stäubli 4-axis Cobot 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 Stäubli 4-axis Cobot?
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 Stäubli 4-axis Cobot 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.