The Ned2 is a Education robot developed by Niryo (France), launched 2022, priced at $169 USD.
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Overview
Ned2 is a 6-axis educational desktop robotic arm designed for teaching robotics from basics to advanced levels. It features a sturdy metal chassis, a 300g payload, 490mm reach, and ±0.5mm repeatability. The robot supports multiple programming interfaces including Blockly, Python, ROS, ROS 2, MATLAB, and integrates with TensorFlow, OpenCV, and NVIDIA for AI and computer vision education. It comes with a plug-and-play magnetic tool changer, silent stepper motors, and an ergonomic control panel with a freemotion button. Includes a 1-year warranty and is backed by Niryo's educational ecosystem: NiryoStudio (no-code programming), NiryoAcademy (turnkey educational content), and Niryo Success support.
Buyer decision signals
Viability
Cybersecurity & Networking Pack availability announced
Price
purchase
Availability
Specifications
Category: Education- Payload
- 0.3 kg
- Reach
- 490 mm
- Speed
- 1.2 m/s
- Weight
- 7 kg
- Battery
- 8 h
- Launch year
- 2022
- Price
- $169 USD
- Status
- active
Company profile
- Founded
- 2016
Detailed specifications
Motion & kinematics4
- Dof
- 6
- Repeatability Mm
- 0.5
- Force Torque Sensing
- none
- Integrated Force Torque Sensor
- not_available
Power & battery1
- Charge Time Hours
- 4
Sensors2
- Dimensions Depth Mm
- 187.6
- Ir Sensor Interface
- 1
Compute2
- Ros Version
- ROS & ROS 2
- Ros Compatible
- true
Other47
- Motor Type
- silent stepper
- Price Tier
- <10K
- Applications
- pick_and_place,visual_inspection,lab_automation
- Sub Category
- tabletop
- Analog Inputs
- 2 (12-bit)
- Api Available
- true
- Auto Charging
- true
- Max Speed M S
- 1.2
- Pricing Model
- purchase
- Analog Outputs
- 2 (12-bit)
- Digital Inputs
- 3 (NPN)
- Force Limiting
- false
- Warranty Years
- 1
- Company Country
- FR
- Digital Outputs
- 3 (NPN)
- No Code Capable
- true
- Chassis Material
- metal
- Connectivity Usb
- USB 2.0 (2) - 3.0 (2)
- Deployment Count
- 3500
- Deployment Notes
- Used at Imperial College London, Penn State, École des Ponts, University of Manchester, Université Paris-Saclay, University of Melbourne, Newton College, CESI Lyon, Polytech.
- Mounting Options
- floor,desk
- Setup Time Hours
- 10
- Compatible Vision
- OpenCV,TensorFlow,NVIDIA
- Connectivity Wifi
- 2.4GHz & 5GHz
- Industries Served
- education,research
- Led Ring Feedback
- true
- Software Platform
- NiryoStudio
- Tool Changer Type
- magnetic (SnapLink)
- Training Required
- basic_<1day
- Conveyor Interface
- 2
- Availability Status
- available
- Compatible Grippers
- Custom Gripper,Large Gripper,Adaptive Gripper,Vacuum Pump,Electromagnet
- Countries Available
- more than 70 countries
- Dimensions Width Mm
- 181.6
- Digital Twin Support
- robodK
- Dimensions Height Mm
- 436.22
- Sdk Language Support
- Python,C++,MATLAB
- Tool Changer Support
- manual
- Tool Flange Standard
- proprietary
- Programming Interface
- drag_and_drop,visual_block,code_python,code_ros
- Vacuum Pump Interface
- 1
- Additional Information
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- Control Panel Save Button
- true
- Connectivity Ethernet Speed
- 1Gb/s
- Control Panel Custom Button
- true
- Offline Programming Support
- robodK
- Control Panel Freemotion Button
- true
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Company milestones
- Apr 2026MilestoneCybersecurity & Networking Pack availability announced
- Mar 2026LaunchNR2/Nate range first reveal at Global Industrie 2026
- 2026LaunchLaunch of Nate platform
- 2017LaunchNiryo One launch
- 2017FundingKickstarter campaign for Niryo One
- 2016MilestoneCompany founded
- —MilestoneNed2 positioned for education and learning
- —MilestoneNed2 product overview by JPL
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Ned2?
- The Ned2 is developed by Niryo, based in France.
- What type of robot is the Ned2?
- The Ned2 is a Education robot made by Niryo.
- How much does the Ned2 cost?
- The Ned2 is priced $169 USD.
- When was the Ned2 launched?
- The Ned2 was launched in 2022.
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