Aura vs GD10
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and GD10 (Good Robot (Shandong) Automation Equipment Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- GD10—
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- GD102014
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- GD100 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- GD10Contact for quote
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- GD10ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- GD1010 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- GD102.5 m/s
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- GD101,300 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- GD106
Repeatability
- Aura—
- GD10±0.04 mm
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- GD1040 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- GD10floor
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- GD10ISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- GD10—
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- GD10teach_pendant, proprietary_app
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- GD10Contact for quote
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2014 |
| 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 | 10 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | — | 2.5 m/s |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,300 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.04 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 40 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | teach_pendant, proprietary_app |
| 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, ROS Compatible, 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 | GD10 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | — |
GD10 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 GD10?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. GD10 is made by Good Robot (Shandong) Automation Equipment Co., Ltd..
When were Aura and GD10 launched?
Aura launched in 2016. GD10 launched in 2014.
How do Aura and GD10 compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. GD10 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 GD10?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. GD10 has a reach of 1300 mm.
Are Aura and GD10 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 GD10?
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 GD10 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.