Aura vs RACER3
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and RACER3 (Comau) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- RACER3Italy
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- RACER3—
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- RACER30 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- RACER3Contact for quote
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- RACER3ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- RACER33 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- RACER31.5 m/s
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- RACER31,436 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- RACER36
Repeatability
- Aura—
- RACER3±0.05 mm
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- RACER330 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- RACER3floor, table
IP Rating
- Aura—
- RACER3IP54
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- RACER3CE, ISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- RACER3none
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- Aura—
- RACER31 hrs
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- RACER3TP5
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- Aura—
- RACER3Yes
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- RACER3EtherCAT, Modbus TCP
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- RACER3Contact for quote
Lead Time
- Aura—
- RACER34 wks
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | Italy | Italy |
| 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 | 3 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | — | 1.5 m/s |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,436 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.05 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 30 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor, table |
| IP Rating (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | CE, ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | — | 1 hrs |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | TP5 |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | EtherCAT, Modbus TCP |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| 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, No-Code Capable, Offline Programming, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, 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 | RACER3 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | — |
RACER3 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 RACER3?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. RACER3 is made by Comau, based in IT.
How do Aura and RACER3 compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. RACER3 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 RACER3?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. RACER3 has a reach of 600 mm.
Are Aura and RACER3 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 RACER3?
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 RACER3 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.