Aura vs JAKA Zu 12
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and JAKA Zu 12 (Jaka) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- JAKA Zu 12China
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- JAKA Zu 12—
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- JAKA Zu 120 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- JAKA Zu 12$23,560–$41,200 USD
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- JAKA Zu 12ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- JAKA Zu 1212 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- JAKA Zu 123 m/s
IP Rating
- Aura—
- JAKA Zu 12IP54
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- JAKA Zu 121,327 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- JAKA Zu 126
Repeatability
- Aura—
- JAKA Zu 12±0.03 mm
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- JAKA Zu 1241 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- JAKA Zu 12Installation at any angle
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- JAKA Zu 12CR, CE, ISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- JAKA Zu 12none
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- JAKA Zu 12proprietary_app
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- JAKA Zu 12TCP/IP, Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, Profinet
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- JAKA Zu 12$23,560–$41,200 USD
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $23,560–$41,200 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 12 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | 3 m/s |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,327 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.03 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 41 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | Installation at any angle |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | CR, CE, ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | proprietary_app |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | TCP/IP, Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, Profinet |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $23,560–$41,200 USD |
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, 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, 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 | JAKA Zu 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | $32,380 |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | 7.8 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | $217,620 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | +672% |
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 JAKA Zu 12?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. JAKA Zu 12 is made by Jaka, based in CN.
How do Aura and JAKA Zu 12 compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. JAKA Zu 12 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 JAKA Zu 12?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. JAKA Zu 12 has a reach of 1327 mm.
Are Aura and JAKA Zu 12 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 JAKA Zu 12?
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 JAKA Zu 12 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.