Nextage vs TM12
Side-by-side comparison of Nextage (Kawada Industries) and TM12 (Techman Robot Inc.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- NextageJapan
- TM12Taiwan
Year First Available
- Nextage2009
- TM122016
Verified Deployments
- Nextage0 Deployments
- TM120 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- NextageContact for quote
- TM12$34,000 USD
Availability Status
- NextageACTIVE
- TM12ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Repeatability
- Nextage±0.03 mm
- TM12±0.5 mm
Reach
- Nextage1,450 mm
- TM121,300 mm
Payload
- Nextage1.5 kg
- TM1212 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- Nextage15
- TM126
Max TCP Speed
- Nextage—
- TM124.7 m/s
Robot Weight
- Nextage28 kg
- TM1233.3 kg
Mounting Options
- Nextagefloor
- TM12—
Safety
Safety Rating
- NextageISO10218
- TM12ISO 10218-1 + ISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- Nextagenone
- TM12none
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Nextage—
- TM12Yes
Offline Programming
- Nextage—
- TM12No
Programming Interface
- Nextagecode_ros
- TM12no coding or pendant
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- NextageYes
- TM12—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- NextageContact for quote
- TM12$34,000 USD
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | Taiwan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2009 | 2016 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $34,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Repeatability (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | ±0.03 mm | ±0.5 mm |
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 1,450 mm | 1,300 mm |
| Payload (values differ) | 1.5 kg | 12 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 15 | 6 |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | — | 4.7 m/s |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 28 kg | 33.3 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO10218 | ISO 10218-1 + ISO/TS 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 | no coding or pendant |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $34,000 USD |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, IP Rating, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, 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, 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 | TM12 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $34,000 |
| Payback period | — | 8.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $216,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +635% |
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 TM12?
Nextage is made by Kawada Industries, based in JP. TM12 is made by Techman Robot Inc., based in TW.
When were Nextage and TM12 launched?
Nextage launched in 2009. TM12 launched in 2016.
How do Nextage and TM12 compare on the Robo Index?
Nextage grades AA on the Robo Index. TM12 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 TM12?
Nextage has a reach of 1450 mm. TM12 has a reach of 1300 mm.
Are Nextage and TM12 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 TM12?
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 TM12 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.