Aura vs Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper (Qingdao Ausense Packing Equipment Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet WrapperChina
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper2026
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper$20,000 USD
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet WrapperACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
IP Rating
- Aura—
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet WrapperIP53
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper500 kg
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper1,680 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper6
Repeatability
- Aura—
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper±0.05 mm
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper500 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapperfloor
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet WrapperCE, ISO
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrappernone
Duty Cycle
- Aura—
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper24 7 continuous
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Aura—
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet WrapperYes
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapperproprietary_app
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Aura—
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapperproprietary
Tool Changer Support
- Aura—
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrappermanual
Integrated F/T Sensor
- Aura—
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet WrapperYes
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet WrapperEtherCAT
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper$20,000 USD
Warranty
- Aura—
- Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper1 yrs
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2026 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $20,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| IP Rating (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | — | IP53 |
| Payload (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 500 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.05 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 500 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | CE, ISO |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | 24 7 continuous |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | proprietary_app |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | proprietary |
| Tool Changer Support (values differ) | — | manual |
| Integrated F/T Sensor (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | EtherCAT |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $20,000 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, Max TCP Speed, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Offline Programming, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, ROS Compatible, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Lead Time
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 Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | $20,000 |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | 4.8 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | $230,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | +1150% |
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 Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper is made by Qingdao Ausense Packing Equipment Co., Ltd., based in CN.
When were Aura and Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper launched?
Aura launched in 2016. Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper launched in 2026.
How much does Aura cost compared to Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper?
Aura is listed at $80,000. Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper is listed at $20,000.
How do Aura and Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper 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 Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper has a reach of 1680 mm.
Are Aura and Cobot Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper 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 Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper?
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 Palletizer and Pallet Wrapper 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.