Aura vs CRP
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and CRP (Hangzhou Zhenhuan Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- CRP—
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- CRP2012
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- CRP0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- CRP$15,960 USD
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- CRPACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- CRP170 kg
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- CRP10 kg
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- CRP1,440 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- CRP6
Repeatability
- Aura—
- CRP±0.08 mm
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- CRPfloor
IP Rating
- Aura—
- CRPIP67
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- CRPCE
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- CRPnone
Duty Cycle
- Aura—
- CRP24 7 continuous
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- CRPteach_pendant, drag_and_drop
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Aura—
- CRPiso 9283 compatible
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- CRPRS232, Ethernet, USB, ASTM
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- CRP$15,960 USD
Lead Time
- Aura—
- CRP2 wks
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2012 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $15,960 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | — | 170 kg |
| Payload (values differ) | 170 kg | 10 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,440 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.08 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor |
| IP Rating (values differ) | — | IP67 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | CE |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | 24 7 continuous |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | teach_pendant, drag_and_drop |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | iso 9283 compatible |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | RS232, Ethernet, USB, ASTM |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $15,960 USD |
| Lead Time (values differ) | — | 2 wks |
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, No-Code Capable, Offline Programming, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, ROS Compatible, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Warranty
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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 | CRP |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | $15,960 |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | 3.8 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | $234,040 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | +1466% |
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 CRP?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. CRP is made by Hangzhou Zhenhuan Co., Ltd..
When were Aura and CRP launched?
Aura launched in 2016. CRP launched in 2012.
How much does Aura cost compared to CRP?
Aura is listed at $80,000. CRP is listed at $15,960.
How do Aura and CRP compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. CRP 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 CRP?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. CRP has a reach of 1440 mm.
Are Aura and CRP 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 CRP?
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 CRP 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.