Nextage vs TM30S
Side-by-side comparison of Nextage (Kawada Industries) and TM30S (Techman Robot Inc.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- NextageJapan
- TM30STaiwan
Year First Available
- Nextage2009
- TM30S2024
Verified Deployments
- Nextage0 Deployments
- TM30S0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- NextageACTIVE
- TM30SACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Repeatability
- Nextage±0.03 mm
- TM30S±0.03 mm
IP Rating
- Nextage—
- TM30SIP65
Reach
- Nextage1,450 mm
- TM30S1,702 mm
Payload
- Nextage1.5 kg
- TM30S30 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- Nextage15
- TM30S6
Max TCP Speed
- Nextage—
- TM30S450 m/s
Robot Weight
- Nextage28 kg
- TM30S80.6 kg
Mounting Options
- Nextagefloor
- TM30S—
Safety
Safety Rating
- NextageISO10218
- TM30STÜV certificated ISO 13849-1, ISO 10218-1, ISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- Nextagenone
- TM30Snone
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Nextage—
- TM30SYes
Offline Programming
- Nextage—
- TM30SNo
Programming Interface
- Nextagecode_ros
- TM30STMflow (flowchart based), TMscript (script based), TMcraft (developer based)
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- NextageYes
- TM30S—
Fieldbus Protocols
- Nextage—
- TM30SProfinet, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, CC-Link
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | Taiwan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2009 | 2024 |
| 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) | ±0.03 mm | ±0.03 mm |
| IP Rating (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | — | IP65 |
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 1,450 mm | 1,702 mm |
| Payload (values differ) | 1.5 kg | 30 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 15 | 6 |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | — | 450 m/s |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 28 kg | 80.6 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO10218 | TÜV certificated ISO 13849-1, 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 | TMflow (flowchart based), TMscript (script based), TMcraft (developer based) |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | Profinet, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, CC-Link |
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, Setup Time, 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, 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 | TM30S |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Nextage, TM30S 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 TM30S?
Nextage is made by Kawada Industries, based in JP. TM30S is made by Techman Robot Inc., based in TW.
When were Nextage and TM30S launched?
Nextage launched in 2009. TM30S launched in 2024.
How do Nextage and TM30S compare on the Robo Index?
Nextage grades AA on the Robo Index. TM30S 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 TM30S?
Nextage has a reach of 1450 mm. TM30S has a reach of 1702 mm.
Are Nextage and TM30S 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 TM30S?
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 TM30S 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.