Nextage vs T-Robo
Side-by-side comparison of Nextage (Kawada Industries) and T-Robo (TechMagic) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- NextageJapan
- T-RoboJapan
Year First Available
- Nextage2009
- T-Robo—
Verified Deployments
- Nextage0 Deployments
- T-Robo0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- NextageContact for quote
- T-Robo$99 USD
Availability Status
- NextageACTIVE
- T-RoboACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Nextage1.5 kg
- T-Robo15 kg
Reach
- Nextage1,450 mm
- T-Robo1,500 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Nextage15
- T-Robo6
Repeatability
- Nextage±0.03 mm
- T-Robo±0.1 mm
Robot Weight
- Nextage28 kg
- T-Robo650 kg
Mounting Options
- Nextagefloor
- T-Robo—
Safety
Safety Rating
- NextageISO10218
- T-Robo—
Force/Torque Sensing
- Nextagenone
- T-Robo—
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- Nextagecode_ros
- T-Robodrag_and_drop
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- NextageYes
- T-Robo—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- NextageContact for quote
- T-Robo$99 USD
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | Japan | Japan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2009 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $99 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 1.5 kg | 15 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,450 mm | 1,500 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 15 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.03 mm | ±0.1 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 28 kg | 650 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO10218 | — |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | none | — |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | code_ros | drag_and_drop |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $99 USD |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Max TCP Speed, IP Rating, 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, CaaS / Month, Warranty, Lead Time
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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 | T-Robo |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $99 |
| Payback period | — | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $249,901 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +252425% |
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 T-Robo?
Nextage is made by Kawada Industries, based in JP. T-Robo is made by TechMagic, based in JP.
How do Nextage and T-Robo compare on the Robo Index?
Nextage grades AA on the Robo Index. T-Robo 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 T-Robo?
Nextage has a reach of 1450 mm. T-Robo has a reach of 1500 mm.
Are Nextage and T-Robo 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 T-Robo?
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 T-Robo 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.