Nextage vs TX2-40
Side-by-side comparison of Nextage (Kawada Industries) and TX2-40 (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
- TX2-40Switzerland
Year First Available
- Nextage2009
- TX2-40—
Verified Deployments
- Nextage0 Deployments
- TX2-400 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- NextageACTIVE
- TX2-40ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Nextage1.5 kg
- TX2-402 kg
IP Rating
- Nextage—
- TX2-40IP65/IP67
Reach
- Nextage1,450 mm
- TX2-40515 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Nextage15
- TX2-406
Repeatability
- Nextage±0.03 mm
- TX2-40±0.02 mm
Robot Weight
- Nextage28 kg
- TX2-4029 kg
Mounting Options
- Nextagefloor
- TX2-40—
Safety
Safety Rating
- NextageISO10218
- TX2-40SIL3-PLe
Force/Torque Sensing
- Nextagenone
- TX2-40none
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- Nextagecode_ros
- TX2-40VAL3
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- NextageYes
- TX2-40—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | Switzerland |
| 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 | 2 kg |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | IP65/IP67 |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,450 mm | 515 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 15 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.03 mm | ±0.02 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 28 kg | 29 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO10218 | SIL3-PLe |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | code_ros | VAL3 |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, Max TCP Speed, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, No-Code Capable, Offline Programming, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Fieldbus Protocols, 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 | TX2-40 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Nextage, TX2-40 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 TX2-40?
Nextage is made by Kawada Industries, based in JP. TX2-40 is made by Stäubli International AG — Robotics Division, based in CH.
How do Nextage and TX2-40 compare on the Robo Index?
Nextage grades AA on the Robo Index. TX2-40 grades BBB. 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 TX2-40?
Nextage has a reach of 1450 mm. TX2-40 has a reach of 515 mm.
Are Nextage and TX2-40 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 TX2-40?
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 TX2-40 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.