Aura vs DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series (Dobot) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 SeriesChina
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series—
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 SeriesContact for quote
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 SeriesACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
IP Rating
- Aura—
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 SeriesIP68
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series20 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series2 m/s
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series1,700 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series—
Repeatability
- Aura—
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series±0.02 mm
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series—
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 SeriesIEC 60529 IP68
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 SeriesYes
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Aura—
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 SeriesYes
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 Seriesdrag-to-teach, graphical programming, code-based programming
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- DOBOT CRA-IP68 SeriesContact for quote
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | China |
| 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 | ||
| IP Rating (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | — | IP68 |
| Payload (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 20 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | — | 2 m/s |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.02 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | IEC 60529 IP68 |
| Force/Torque Sensing | Yes | Yes |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | drag-to-teach, graphical programming, code-based programming |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | Contact for quote |
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The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Robot Weight, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, 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, Lead Time
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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 | DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | — |
DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series 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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes Aura and DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series is made by Dobot, based in CN.
How do Aura and DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series grades BB. 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 DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series has a reach of 1700 mm.
Are Aura and DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series 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 DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series?
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 DOBOT CRA-IP68 Series 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.