Nextage vs xMate CR35
Side-by-side comparison of Nextage (Kawada Industries) and xMate CR35 (Beijing ROKAE Technology Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- NextageJapan
- xMate CR35China
Year First Available
- Nextage2009
- xMate CR352025
Verified Deployments
- Nextage0 Deployments
- xMate CR350 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- NextageACTIVE
- xMate CR35ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Repeatability
- Nextage±0.03 mm
- xMate CR35±0.05 mm
IP Rating
- Nextage—
- xMate CR35IP67
Reach
- Nextage1,450 mm
- xMate CR352,246 mm
Payload
- Nextage1.5 kg
- xMate CR3545 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- Nextage15
- xMate CR356
Max TCP Speed
- Nextage—
- xMate CR356 m/s
Robot Weight
- Nextage28 kg
- xMate CR35161 kg
Mounting Options
- Nextagefloor
- xMate CR35floor, ceiling, wall
Safety
Safety Rating
- NextageISO10218
- xMate CR35TÜV, ISO 13849-1:2015, ISO 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- Nextagenone
- xMate CR35none
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Nextage—
- xMate CR35Yes
Programming Interface
- Nextagecode_ros
- xMate CR35drag_and_drop
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- NextageYes
- xMate CR35—
Fieldbus Protocols
- Nextage—
- xMate CR35TCP/IP, Modbus TCP, Profinet, CC-Link IE Field Basic
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2009 | 2025 |
| 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) (values differ) | ±0.03 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| IP Rating (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | — | IP67 |
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 1,450 mm | 2,246 mm |
| Payload (values differ) | 1.5 kg | 45 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 15 | 6 |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | — | 6 m/s |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 28 kg | 161 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor | floor, ceiling, wall |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO10218 | TÜV, ISO 13849-1:2015, ISO 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing | none | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | code_ros | drag_and_drop |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | TCP/IP, Modbus TCP, Profinet, CC-Link IE Field Basic |
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, Offline Programming, 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 | xMate CR35 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Nextage, xMate CR35 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 xMate CR35?
Nextage is made by Kawada Industries, based in JP. xMate CR35 is made by Beijing ROKAE Technology Co., Ltd., based in CN.
When were Nextage and xMate CR35 launched?
Nextage launched in 2009. xMate CR35 launched in 2025.
How do Nextage and xMate CR35 compare on the Robo Index?
Nextage grades AA on the Robo Index. xMate CR35 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 xMate CR35?
Nextage has a reach of 1450 mm. xMate CR35 has a reach of 2246 mm.
Are Nextage and xMate CR35 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 xMate CR35?
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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Cobot TCO and Payback Math: Hardware, EOAT, and Zero-Fencing Savings
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Cobot Vendor Red Flags: Questions That Filter Out the Marketing
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About this comparison
Nextage vs xMate CR35 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.