Aura vs Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm (Suzhou Busiweier Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot ArmChina
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm—
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm$6,099 USD
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot ArmACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm—
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm—
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm6
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Armfloor, ceiling, wall, any orientation
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm—
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm—
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Aura—
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot ArmYes
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Armteach_pendant, no_code_gui, code_python, code_ros
End-Effector
Wrist Power Supply
- Aura—
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm24V/1.5A
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- Aura—
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot ArmC#, C++, Python, Java
ROS Compatible
- Aura—
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot ArmYes
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot ArmModbus TCP, Modbus RTU, Profinet, TCP/IP
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm$6,099 USD
Warranty
- Aura—
- Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm1 yrs
| 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 | $6,099 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 |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor, ceiling, wall, any orientation |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | — |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | teach_pendant, no_code_gui, code_python, code_ros |
| End-Effector | ||
| Wrist Power Supply (values differ) | — | 24V/1.5A |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | — | C#, C++, Python, Java |
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, Profinet, TCP/IP |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $6,099 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 1 yrs |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Repeatability, Max TCP Speed, Robot Weight, IP Rating, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Offline Programming, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, 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 | Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | $6,099 |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | 1.5 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | $243,901 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | +3999% |
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 Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm is made by Suzhou Busiweier Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How much does Aura cost compared to Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm?
Aura is listed at $80,000. Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm is listed at $6,099.
How do Aura and Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm 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 Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm has a reach of 622 mm.
Are Aura and Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm 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 Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm?
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 Busiweier FR3 Collaborative Robot Arm 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.