Aura vs CGXi-G3C
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and CGXi-G3C (CGXI) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- CGXi-G3CChina
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- CGXi-G3C—
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- CGXi-G3C0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- CGXi-G3C$6,400 USD
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- CGXi-G3CACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- CGXi-G3C620 mm
Repeatability
- Aura—
- CGXi-G3C±0.03 mm
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- CGXi-G3C3 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- CGXi-G3C6
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- CGXi-G3C—
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- CGXi-G3CCE, CR, EMC, IATF16949, NRTL, PCEC, ATEX Explosion proof certification
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- CGXi-G3Cnone
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- CGXi-G3C—
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- CGXi-G3CEtherCAT
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- CGXi-G3C$6,400 USD
Warranty
- Aura—
- CGXi-G3C1 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 | $6,400 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Reach (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 620 mm |
| Repeatability (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | — | ±0.03 mm |
| Payload (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 3 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | CE, CR, EMC, IATF16949, NRTL, PCEC, ATEX Explosion proof certification |
| 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 | $6,400 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, 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 | CGXi-G3C |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | $6,400 |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | 1.5 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | $243,600 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | +3806% |
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-G3C?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. CGXi-G3C is made by CGXI, based in CN.
How much does Aura cost compared to CGXi-G3C?
Aura is listed at $80,000. CGXi-G3C is listed at $6,400.
How do Aura and CGXi-G3C compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. CGXi-G3C 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 CGXi-G3C?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. CGXi-G3C has a reach of 620 mm.
Are Aura and CGXi-G3C 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-G3C?
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-G3C 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.