Nextage vs UR10e
Side-by-side comparison of Nextage (Kawada Industries) and UR10e (Universal Robots A/S (subsidiary of Teradyne)) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- NextageJapan
- UR10eDenmark
Year First Available
- Nextage2009
- UR10e2008
Verified Deployments
- Nextage0 Deployments
- UR10e0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- NextageContact for quote
- UR10e$44,636–$47,670 USD
Availability Status
- NextageACTIVE
- UR10eACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Nextage1.5 kg
- UR10e10 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Nextage—
- UR10e1 m/s
IP Rating
- Nextage—
- UR10eIP54
Reach
- Nextage1,450 mm
- UR10e1,300 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Nextage15
- UR10e6
Repeatability
- Nextage±0.03 mm
- UR10e±0.05 mm
Robot Weight
- Nextage28 kg
- UR10e33.5 kg
Mounting Options
- Nextagefloor
- UR10efloor, ceiling, wall, rail
Safety
Safety Rating
- NextageISO10218
- UR10eCat3 PLd
Force/Torque Sensing
- Nextagenone
- UR10ewrist external
Duty Cycle
- Nextage—
- UR10e24 7 continuous
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Nextage—
- UR10eYes
Offline Programming
- Nextage—
- UR10eYes
Programming Interface
- Nextagecode_ros
- UR10eteach_pendant, no_code_gui
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Nextage—
- UR10eiso 9283
Tool Changer Support
- Nextage—
- UR10eautomatic
Integrated F/T Sensor
- Nextage—
- UR10eYes
Wrist Power Supply
- Nextage—
- UR10e24V DC + 6 bar pneumatic
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- Nextage—
- UR10ePython, C++, URScript, .NET
ROS Compatible
- NextageYes
- UR10e—
Fieldbus Protocols
- Nextage—
- UR10eMODBUS TCP, EtherNet/IP, Profinet
Digital Twin Support
- Nextage—
- UR10eYes
Commercial
Price (USD)
- NextageContact for quote
- UR10e$44,636–$47,670 USD
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | Denmark |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2009 | 2008 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $44,636–$47,670 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 1.5 kg | 10 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | 1 m/s |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,450 mm | 1,300 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 15 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.03 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 28 kg | 33.5 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor | floor, ceiling, wall, rail |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO10218 | Cat3 PLd |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | none | wrist external |
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | 24 7 continuous |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | code_ros | teach_pendant, no_code_gui |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | iso 9283 |
| Tool Changer Support (values differ) | — | automatic |
| Integrated F/T Sensor (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Wrist Power Supply (values differ) | — | 24V DC + 6 bar pneumatic |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | — | Python, C++, URScript, .NET |
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | MODBUS TCP, EtherNet/IP, Profinet |
| Digital Twin Support (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $44,636–$47,670 USD |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, 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 | UR10e |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $46,153 |
| Payback period | — | 11.1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $203,847 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +442% |
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 UR10e?
Nextage is made by Kawada Industries, based in JP. UR10e is made by Universal Robots A/S (subsidiary of Teradyne), based in DK.
When were Nextage and UR10e launched?
Nextage launched in 2009. UR10e launched in 2008.
How do Nextage and UR10e compare on the Robo Index?
Nextage grades AA on the Robo Index. UR10e 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 UR10e?
Nextage has a reach of 1450 mm. UR10e has a reach of 1300 mm.
Are Nextage and UR10e 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 UR10e?
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 UR10e 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.