Aura vs GD5
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and GD5 (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
- GD5—
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- GD52022
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- GD50 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- GD5$3,940 USD
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- GD5ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- GD510 kg
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- GD54.4 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- GD50.3 m/s
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- GD51,200 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- GD56
Repeatability
- Aura—
- GD5±0.02 mm
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- GD5floor, ceiling
IP Rating
- Aura—
- GD5IP20
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- GD5CE, ISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- GD5Yes
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- Aura—
- GD52 hrs
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- GD5drag_and_drop, visual_block, code_python, code_ros
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- Aura—
- GD5Yes
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- GD5Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- GD5$3,940 USD
Warranty
- Aura—
- GD52 yrs
Lead Time
- Aura—
- GD54 wks
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $3,940 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 10 kg |
| Robot Weight (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 4.4 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 0.3 m/s |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,200 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.02 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor, ceiling |
| IP Rating (values differ) | — | IP20 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | CE, ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing | Yes | Yes |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | — | 2 hrs |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | drag_and_drop, visual_block, code_python, code_ros |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $3,940 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 2 yrs |
| Lead Time (values differ) | — | 4 wks |
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, Duty Cycle, Time to Redeploy, No-Code Capable, Offline Programming, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month
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 | GD5 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | $3,940 |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | $246,060 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | +6245% |
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 GD5?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. GD5 is made by Good Robot (Shandong) Automation Equipment Co., Ltd..
When were Aura and GD5 launched?
Aura launched in 2016. GD5 launched in 2022.
How much does Aura cost compared to GD5?
Aura is listed at $80,000. GD5 is listed at $3,940.
How do Aura and GD5 compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. GD5 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 GD5?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. GD5 has a reach of 1200 mm.
Are Aura and GD5 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 GD5?
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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Cobot TCO and Payback Math: Hardware, EOAT, and Zero-Fencing Savings
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About this comparison
Aura vs GD5 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.