Aura vs Cobot-Station
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and Cobot-Station (Robotunits) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- Cobot-StationAustria
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- Cobot-Station—
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- Cobot-Station0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Cobot-StationContact for quote
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- Cobot-StationACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- Cobot-Station10 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- Cobot-Station0.5 m/s
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- Cobot-Station1,400 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- Cobot-Station—
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- Cobot-Station70 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- Cobot-Stationfloor, ceiling, wall, inverted
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- Cobot-StationISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- Cobot-StationYes
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- Cobot-Station—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Cobot-StationContact for quote
Lead Time
- Aura—
- Cobot-Station5 wks
| ||
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | Austria |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | — |
| 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 (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 10 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | — | 0.5 m/s |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,400 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 70 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor, ceiling, wall, inverted |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing | Yes | Yes |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Lead Time (values differ) | — | 5 wks |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Repeatability, 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, 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-Station |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | — |
Cobot-Station 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 Cobot-Station?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. Cobot-Station is made by Robotunits, based in AT.
How do Aura and Cobot-Station compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. Cobot-Station 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-Station?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. Cobot-Station has a reach of 1400 mm.
Are Aura and Cobot-Station 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-Station?
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-Station 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.