Aura vs CR-0709
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and CR-0709 (Jiangsu Thinkmotion Intelligent Machine Technology Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- CR-0709—
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- CR-07092014
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- CR-07090 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- CR-0709$22,199 USD
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- CR-0709ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- CR-070924.5 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- CR-07093 m/s
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- CR-07097 kg
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- CR-0709990 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- CR-07096
Repeatability
- Aura—
- CR-0709±0.02 mm
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- CR-0709—
IP Rating
- Aura—
- CR-0709IP54
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- CR-0709ISO 13849, ISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- CR-0709none
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Aura—
- CR-0709Yes
Offline Programming
- Aura—
- CR-0709No
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- CR-0709graphical user interface, drag to teach
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- CR-0709TCP/IP, Modbus, Wi-Fi
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- CR-0709$22,199 USD
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2014 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $22,199 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | — | 24.5 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | — | 3 m/s |
| Payload (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 7 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 990 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.02 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | — |
| IP Rating (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO 13849, ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | graphical user interface, drag to teach |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | TCP/IP, Modbus, Wi-Fi |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $22,199 USD |
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, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, ROS Compatible, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Warranty, 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 | CR-0709 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | $22,199 |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | 5.3 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | $227,801 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | +1026% |
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 CR-0709?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. CR-0709 is made by Jiangsu Thinkmotion Intelligent Machine Technology Co., Ltd..
When were Aura and CR-0709 launched?
Aura launched in 2016. CR-0709 launched in 2014.
How much does Aura cost compared to CR-0709?
Aura is listed at $80,000. CR-0709 is listed at $22,199.
How do Aura and CR-0709 compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. CR-0709 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 CR-0709?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. CR-0709 has a reach of 1300 mm.
Are Aura and CR-0709 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 CR-0709?
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 CR-0709 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.