Aura vs Elfin Collaborative Robot
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and Elfin Collaborative Robot (Guangdong Huayan Robotics Co.,Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- Elfin Collaborative RobotChina
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- Elfin Collaborative Robot—
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- Elfin Collaborative Robot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Elfin Collaborative RobotContact for quote
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- Elfin Collaborative RobotACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- Elfin Collaborative Robot1,800 mm
Repeatability
- Aura—
- Elfin Collaborative Robot±0.05 mm
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- Elfin Collaborative Robot15 kg
IP Rating
- Aura—
- Elfin Collaborative RobotIP54
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- Elfin Collaborative Robot6
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- Elfin Collaborative Robot70 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- Elfin Collaborative Robot—
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- Elfin Collaborative RobotISO 10218, EN ISO13849-1:2008
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- Elfin Collaborative Robotnone
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Aura—
- Elfin Collaborative RobotYes
Offline Programming
- Aura—
- Elfin Collaborative RobotNo
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- Elfin Collaborative Robotteach_pendant, no_code_gui
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- Elfin Collaborative RobotTCP/IP, ModbusTCP
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Elfin Collaborative RobotContact for quote
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|---|---|---|
| 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 | ||
| Reach (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Repeatability (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | — | ±0.05 mm |
| Payload (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 15 kg |
| IP Rating (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 70 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO 10218, EN ISO13849-1:2008 |
| 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 | teach_pendant, no_code_gui |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | TCP/IP, ModbusTCP |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | Contact for quote |
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, 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 | Elfin Collaborative Robot |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | — |
Elfin Collaborative Robot 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 Elfin Collaborative Robot?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. Elfin Collaborative Robot is made by Guangdong Huayan Robotics Co.,Ltd., based in CN.
How do Aura and Elfin Collaborative Robot compare on the Robo Score?
Aura scores 73.8 on the Robo Score. Elfin Collaborative Robot scores 60.5. The Robo Score is a 0–100 credibility figure blending commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
How does the reach of Aura compare to Elfin Collaborative Robot?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. Elfin Collaborative Robot has a reach of 1300 mm.
Are Aura and Elfin Collaborative Robot 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 Elfin Collaborative Robot?
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 Elfin Collaborative Robot 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 Score is calculated.