Aura vs HCR-5
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and HCR-5 (Hanwha Precision Machinery Co., Ltd. — Robotics Division) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- HCR-5South Korea
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- HCR-52016
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- HCR-50 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- HCR-5Contact for quote
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- HCR-5ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- HCR-5915 mm
Repeatability
- Aura—
- HCR-5±0.1 mm
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- HCR-55 kg
IP Rating
- Aura—
- HCR-5IP66
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- HCR-56
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- HCR-51 m/s
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- HCR-520 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- HCR-5floor, wall, ceiling
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- HCR-5ISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- HCR-5none
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- Aura—
- HCR-50.5 hrs
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- HCR-5teach_pendant
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- HCR-5TCP/IP, Mobus TCP
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- HCR-5Contact for quote
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | South Korea |
| Year First Available | 2016 | 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 | 915 mm |
| Repeatability (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | — | ±0.1 mm |
| Payload (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 5 kg |
| IP Rating (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | — | IP66 |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | — | 1 m/s |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 20 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor, wall, ceiling |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | — | 0.5 hrs |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | teach_pendant |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | TCP/IP, Mobus TCP |
| 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, 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, 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 | HCR-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | — |
HCR-5 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 HCR-5?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. HCR-5 is made by Hanwha Precision Machinery Co., Ltd. — Robotics Division, based in KR.
When were Aura and HCR-5 launched?
Aura launched in 2016. HCR-5 launched in 2016.
How do Aura and HCR-5 compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. HCR-5 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 HCR-5?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. HCR-5 has a reach of 915 mm.
Are Aura and HCR-5 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 HCR-5?
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 HCR-5 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.