Aura vs Cobot 3000
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and Cobot 3000 (Future Robotics Inc.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- Cobot 3000—
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- Cobot 30002023
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- Cobot 30000 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Cobot 3000$5,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Aura—
- Cobot 30008 hrs
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- Cobot 3000ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- Cobot 300010 kg
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- Cobot 300039 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- Cobot 30002.5 m/s
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- Cobot 30001,450 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- Cobot 30006
Repeatability
- Aura—
- Cobot 3000±0.1 mm
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- Cobot 3000floor/ceiling/wall
IP Rating
- Aura—
- Cobot 3000IP54
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- Cobot 3000SIL3, Pl-e, Cat.3 safety function
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- Cobot 3000none
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- Cobot 3000Manual / Remote Control / Contact Information
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Cobot 3000$5,000 USD
Lead Time
- Aura—
- Cobot 30006 wks
| ||
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2023 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $5,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 8 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 10 kg |
| Robot Weight (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 39 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 2.5 m/s |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,450 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.1 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor/ceiling/wall |
| IP Rating (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | SIL3, Pl-e, Cat.3 safety function |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | Manual / Remote Control / Contact Information |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $5,000 USD |
| Lead Time (values differ) | — | 6 wks |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: 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, Warranty
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 | Cobot 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | $5,000 |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | 1.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | $245,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | +4900% |
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 Cobot 3000?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. Cobot 3000 is made by Future Robotics Inc..
When were Aura and Cobot 3000 launched?
Aura launched in 2016. Cobot 3000 launched in 2023.
How much does Aura cost compared to Cobot 3000?
Aura is listed at $80,000. Cobot 3000 is listed at $5,000.
How do Aura and Cobot 3000 compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. Cobot 3000 grades A. 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 Cobot 3000?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. Cobot 3000 has a reach of 1300 mm.
Are Aura and Cobot 3000 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 Cobot 3000?
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 Cobot 3000 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.