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myCobot 280

Built by Elephant Robotics · China

Updated Jun 2026·methodology
myCobot 280

Robo Index

75.8/ 100

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How the Robo Index is scored
Deployment footprintnot yet scored35%
Company financial healthnot yet scored20%
Spec completeness8120%
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)not yet scored10%
User reviewsnot yet scored5%
Market availabilitynot yet scored5%
Company maturity503%

Overview

myCobot 280 is a compact, lightweight collaborative robot arm designed for robotics research, artificial intelligence education, as well as DIY and commercial explorations. It weighs less than a kilogram, features 6 degrees of freedom, and supports Python and ROS. It can use a variety of grippers and end-effectors, and can lift and move objects up to 250 grams.

Flagship features

  • Supports multiple development platforms including Windows, Linux, and MacOS
  • Compatible with development software like myBlockly, myStudio, Mind+, UiFlow, and Arduino
  • Features dual-mode Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity for flexible operation
  • Ideal for educational purposes and light industrial applications

Buyer decision signals

Viability

est. 2016

Founded and joined HAX

Specifications

Category: Cobot
Type
six axis collaborative
Axes
6
Payload
0.25 kg
Reach
280 mm
Repeatability
±0.5 mm
Weight
0.85 kg
Force limiting
Yes
F/T sensing
none
No-code
Yes
Teach pendant
Drag & Teach
ROS 2
Yes
API / SDK
Yes
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Founded
2016

Detailed specifications

Other3
Sub Category
tabletop
Company Country
CN
Additional Information
- Supports multiple development platforms including Windows, Linux, and MacOS. - Compatible with development software like myBlockly, myStudio, Mind+, UiFlow, and Arduino. - Features dual-mode Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity for flexible operation. - Ideal for educational purposes and light industrial applications.

Company milestones

  • 2016FundingFounded and joined HAX
  • 2016MilestoneCompany founded in Shenzhen
  • MilestonemechArm series ROS support documented
  • MilestonemechArm product page published
  • LaunchmyCobot 280 Pi product page and Raspberry Pi cobot positioning
  • MilestoneRaspberry Pi forum discussion of myCobot-Pi 280
  • DeploymentHackster setup guide for myCobot 280 Pi
  • MilestonemyCobot 280 product family listing

Where will these robots operate? Often the same as your country — add more for multi-country deployments.

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