Jumping rope is one form of cardio that burns more calories than running. We recently explored does jumping rope burn more calories than running in more detail.
It depends on factors like weight, skipping revolutions and time spent exercising, but on average, the Omni Calculator using the 2011 Compendium of Physical Activities found that a person weighing 132 pounds could burn roughly 120-130 calories per 10 minutes of jumping rope and around 200 calories per 15 minutes.
Of course, exercise isn't all about burning calories, and jump rope has other benefits. Regular skipping has been found to boost coordination, balance, stamina and circulation, alongside the other benefits we've already mentioned.