Aura vs Collaborative Robot Arm
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and Collaborative Robot Arm (Advanced Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- Collaborative Robot Arm—
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- Collaborative Robot Arm2023
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- Collaborative Robot Arm0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Collaborative Robot ArmContact for quote
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- Collaborative Robot ArmACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- Collaborative Robot Arm3 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- Collaborative Robot Arm1.5 m/s
IP Rating
- Aura—
- Collaborative Robot ArmIP67
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- Collaborative Robot Arm705 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- Collaborative Robot Arm6
Repeatability
- Aura—
- Collaborative Robot Arm±0.03 mm
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- Collaborative Robot Arm13.8 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- Collaborative Robot Armfloor, ceiling, wall, inverted
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- Collaborative Robot ArmEEN ISO 13849-1, Cat.3, PL d, EN ISO 10218-1, and EU CE marking requirements
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- Collaborative Robot Armintegrated wrist ft
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- Aura—
- Collaborative Robot Arm1 hrs
No-Code Capable
- Aura—
- Collaborative Robot ArmYes
Offline Programming
- Aura—
- Collaborative Robot ArmNo
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- Collaborative Robot ArmDirect teaching control and graphical interface
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- Aura—
- Collaborative Robot ArmYes
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- Collaborative Robot ArmEtherCAT, Profinet
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Collaborative Robot ArmContact for quote
Warranty
- Aura—
- Collaborative Robot Arm2 yrs
Lead Time
- Aura—
- Collaborative Robot Arm4 wks
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|---|---|---|
| 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 | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 3 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | 1.5 m/s |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | IP67 |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 705 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.03 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 13.8 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor, ceiling, wall, inverted |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | EEN ISO 13849-1, Cat.3, PL d, EN ISO 10218-1, and EU CE marking requirements |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | integrated wrist ft |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | — | 1 hrs |
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | Direct teaching control and graphical interface |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | EtherCAT, Profinet |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 2 yrs |
| Lead Time (values differ) | — | 4 wks |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Time to Redeploy, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month
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 | Collaborative Robot Arm |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | — |
Collaborative Robot Arm 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 Collaborative Robot Arm?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. Collaborative Robot Arm is made by Advanced Robotics.
When were Aura and Collaborative Robot Arm launched?
Aura launched in 2016. Collaborative Robot Arm launched in 2023.
How do Aura and Collaborative Robot Arm compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. Collaborative Robot Arm 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 Collaborative Robot Arm?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. Collaborative Robot Arm has a reach of 1300 mm.
Are Aura and Collaborative Robot Arm 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 Collaborative Robot Arm?
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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Aura vs Collaborative Robot Arm 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.