AUBO-iS3 vs Aura
Side-by-side comparison of AUBO-iS3 (AUBO Robotics) and Aura (Comau) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AUBO-iS3China
- AuraItaly
Year First Available
- AUBO-iS32015
- Aura2016
Verified Deployments
- AUBO-iS30 Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- AUBO-iS3Contact for quote
- Aura$80,000 USD
Availability Status
- AUBO-iS3ACTIVE
- AuraACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- AUBO-iS336 kg
- Aura—
Max TCP Speed
- AUBO-iS32.5 m/s
- Aura—
Payload
- AUBO-iS312 kg
- Aura170 kg
Reach
- AUBO-iS31,300 mm
- Aura2,800 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- AUBO-iS36
- Aura6
Repeatability
- AUBO-iS3±0.03 mm
- Aura—
Mounting Options
- AUBO-iS3任意角度
- Auraupside down
IP Rating
- AUBO-iS3IP54
- Aura—
Safety
Safety Rating
- AUBO-iS3Cat3 PLd
- AuraISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- AUBO-iS3none
- AuraYes
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- AUBO-iS3Yes
- Aura—
Programming Interface
- AUBO-iS3proprietary_app
- Aurano_code_gui
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- AUBO-iS3iso 9283 compatible
- Aura—
Wrist Power Supply
- AUBO-iS3末端工具端I/O电源: 0V/12V/24V, 0.8A
- Aura—
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- AUBO-iS3Python, C++, URScript-like scripting
- Aura—
ROS Compatible
- AUBO-iS3Yes
- Aura—
Fieldbus Protocols
- AUBO-iS3EtherNet, ModBus-RTU/TCP, EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP
- Aura—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- AUBO-iS3Contact for quote
- Aura$80,000 USD
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | Italy |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | 2016 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $80,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 36 kg | — |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 2.5 m/s | — |
| Payload (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 12 kg | 170 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,300 mm | 2,800 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.03 mm | — |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | 任意角度 | upside down |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | Cat3 PLd | ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | none | Yes |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | proprietary_app | no_code_gui |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | iso 9283 compatible | — |
| Wrist Power Supply (values differ) | 末端工具端I/O电源: 0V/12V/24V, 0.8A | — |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | Python, C++, URScript-like scripting | — |
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | EtherNet, ModBus-RTU/TCP, EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $80,000 USD |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Offline Programming, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, 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 | AUBO-iS3 | Aura |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $80,000 |
| Payback period | — | 19.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $170,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +213% |
AUBO-iS3 has 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 AUBO-iS3 and Aura?
AUBO-iS3 is made by AUBO Robotics, based in CN. Aura is made by Comau, based in IT.
When were AUBO-iS3 and Aura launched?
AUBO-iS3 launched in 2015. Aura launched in 2016.
How do AUBO-iS3 and Aura compare on the Robo Index?
AUBO-iS3 grades AA on the Robo Index. Aura grades AAA. 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 AUBO-iS3 compare to Aura?
AUBO-iS3 has a reach of 1300 mm. Aura has a reach of 2800 mm.
Are AUBO-iS3 and Aura 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 AUBO-iS3 and Aura?
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
AUBO-iS3 vs Aura 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.