Aura vs CR-7iA
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and CR-7iA (FANUC) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- CR-7iAJapan
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- CR-7iA—
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- CR-7iA0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- CR-7iAContact for quote
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- CR-7iAACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- CR-7iA7 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- CR-7iA4.4 m/s
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- CR-7iA717 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- CR-7iA6
Repeatability
- Aura—
- CR-7iA±0.03 mm
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- CR-7iA53 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- CR-7iAfloor, inverted, angle
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- CR-7iAISO 10218-1:2011
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- CR-7iAnone
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- CR-7iAdrag_and_drop, code_python, no_code_gui
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- Aura—
- CR-7iAYes
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- CR-7iAContact for quote
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | Japan |
| 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 | 7 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | — | 4.4 m/s |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 717 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.03 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 53 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor, inverted, angle |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO 10218-1:2011 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | drag_and_drop, code_python, no_code_gui |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
| 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, IP Rating, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, No-Code Capable, Offline Programming, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Fieldbus Protocols, 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-7iA |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | — |
CR-7iA 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 CR-7iA?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. CR-7iA is made by FANUC, based in JP.
How do Aura and CR-7iA compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. CR-7iA 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-7iA?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. CR-7iA has a reach of 911 mm.
Are Aura and CR-7iA 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-7iA?
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-7iA 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.