Aura vs CGXi-G30
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and CGXi-G30 (CGXI) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- CGXi-G30China
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- CGXi-G302022
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- CGXi-G300 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- CGXi-G30Contact for quote
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- CGXi-G30ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- CGXi-G303 kg
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- CGXi-G30620 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- CGXi-G30—
Repeatability
- Aura—
- CGXi-G30±0.05 mm
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- CGXi-G30—
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- CGXi-G30IATF 16949:2016
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- CGXi-G30none
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- CGXi-G30—
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- CGXi-G30EtherCAT
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- CGXi-G30Contact for quote
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $80,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 170 kg | 3 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 620 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.05 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | IATF 16949:2016 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | — |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | EtherCAT |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | Contact for quote |
Insufficient data for full comparison
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, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Warranty, 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 | CGXi-G30 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | — |
CGXi-G30 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 Aura and CGXi-G30?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. CGXi-G30 is made by CGXI, based in CN.
When were Aura and CGXi-G30 launched?
Aura launched in 2016. CGXi-G30 launched in 2022.
How do Aura and CGXi-G30 compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. CGXi-G30 grades BBB. 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 CGXi-G30?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. CGXi-G30 has a reach of 1300 mm.
Are Aura and CGXi-G30 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 CGXi-G30?
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 CGXi-G30 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.