Nextage vs xMate ER
Side-by-side comparison of Nextage (Kawada Industries) and xMate ER (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 ERChina
Year First Available
- Nextage2009
- xMate ER—
Verified Deployments
- Nextage0 Deployments
- xMate ER0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- NextageACTIVE
- xMate ERACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- Nextage28 kg
- xMate ER—
Payload
- Nextage1.5 kg
- xMate ER7 kg
Reach
- Nextage1,450 mm
- xMate ER1,125 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Nextage15
- xMate ER7
Repeatability
- Nextage±0.03 mm
- xMate ER±0.03 mm
Mounting Options
- Nextagefloor
- xMate ER—
Safety
Safety Rating
- NextageISO10218
- xMate ERISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- Nextagenone
- xMate ERintegrated wrist ft
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Nextage—
- xMate ERYes
Programming Interface
- Nextagecode_ros
- xMate ERbuilt-in torque sensor in every joint
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- NextageYes
- xMate ER—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2009 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 28 kg | — |
| Payload (values differ) | 1.5 kg | 7 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,450 mm | 1,125 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 15 | 7 |
| Repeatability | ±0.03 mm | ±0.03 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO10218 | ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | none | integrated wrist ft |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | code_ros | built-in torque sensor in every joint |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, 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, 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, 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 ER |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Nextage, xMate ER 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 ER?
Nextage is made by Kawada Industries, based in JP. xMate ER is made by Beijing ROKAE Technology Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How do Nextage and xMate ER compare on the Robo Index?
Nextage grades AA on the Robo Index. xMate ER 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 ER?
Nextage has a reach of 1450 mm. xMate ER has a reach of 1125 mm.
Are Nextage and xMate ER 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 ER?
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 xMate ER 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.