Aura vs FR3
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and FR3 (FAIRINO) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- FR3China
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- FR32022
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- FR30 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- FR3Contact for quote
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- FR3ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- FR33 kg
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- FR3622 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- FR36
Repeatability
- Aura—
- FR3±0.02 mm
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- FR31 m/s
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- FR315 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- FR3floor, ceiling, wall
IP Rating
- Aura—
- FR3IP54 (IP66 optional)
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- FR3Cat3 PLd
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- FR3joint level all
Duty Cycle
- Aura—
- FR324 7 continuous
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Aura—
- FR3Yes
Offline Programming
- Aura—
- FR3Yes
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- FR3teach_pendant, proprietary_app
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Aura—
- FR3iso 9283 compatible
Integrated F/T Sensor
- Aura—
- FR3Yes
Wrist Power Supply
- Aura—
- FR324V/1.5A
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- Aura—
- FR3Python, C++
ROS Compatible
- Aura—
- FR3Yes
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- FR3EtherCAT, Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP
Digital Twin Support
- Aura—
- FR3Yes
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- FR3Contact for quote
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2022 |
| 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 (values differ) | 170 kg | 3 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 622 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.02 mm |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | — | 1 m/s |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 15 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor, ceiling, wall |
| IP Rating (values differ) | — | IP54 (IP66 optional) |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | Cat3 PLd |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | joint level all |
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | 24 7 continuous |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | teach_pendant, proprietary_app |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | iso 9283 compatible |
| Integrated F/T Sensor (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Wrist Power Supply (values differ) | — | 24V/1.5A |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | — | Python, C++ |
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | EtherCAT, Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP |
| Digital Twin Support (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, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Tool Changer 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 | FR3 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | — |
FR3 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 FR3?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. FR3 is made by FAIRINO, based in CN.
When were Aura and FR3 launched?
Aura launched in 2016. FR3 launched in 2022.
How do Aura and FR3 compare on the Robo Score?
Aura scores 73.8 on the Robo Score. FR3 scores 57.5. 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 FR3?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. FR3 has a reach of 622 mm.
Are Aura and FR3 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 FR3?
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 FR3 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.