Aura vs Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot (BORUNTE) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- Borunte FR16 Collaborative RobotChina
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot—
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot$5,520 USD
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- Borunte FR16 Collaborative RobotACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot—
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot—
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot6
Repeatability
- Aura—
- Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot±0.03 mm
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot—
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot—
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot—
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robotteach_pendant
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot$5,520 USD
Warranty
- Aura—
- Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot1 yrs
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $5,520 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 170 kg | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.03 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | — |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | teach_pendant |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $5,520 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 1 yrs |
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The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Max TCP Speed, Robot Weight, IP Rating, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, No-Code Capable, Offline Programming, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, ROS Compatible, Fieldbus Protocols, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Lead Time
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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 | Aura | Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | $5,520 |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | 1.3 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | $244,480 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | +4429% |
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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes Aura and Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot is made by BORUNTE, based in CN.
How much does Aura cost compared to Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot?
Aura is listed at $80,000. Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot is listed at $5,520.
How do Aura and Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot grades BB. 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 Aura compare to Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot has a reach of 1034 mm.
Are Aura and Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot 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 Aura and Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot?
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
Aura vs Borunte FR16 Collaborative Robot 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.