Aura vs KR 1240
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and KR 1240 (Kassow Robots ApS) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- KR 1240Denmark
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- KR 12402026
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- KR 12400 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- KR 1240Contact for quote
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- KR 1240ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Repeatability
- Aura—
- KR 1240±0.1 mm
IP Rating
- Aura—
- KR 1240IP54
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- KR 12401,800 mm
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- KR 124018 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- KR 12407
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- KR 12400.5 m/s
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- KR 124038 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- KR 1240floor, mobile
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- KR 1240IP54
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- KR 1240Yes
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- KR 1240teach_pendant, drag_and_drop
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- Aura—
- KR 1240Yes
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- KR 1240Profinet
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- KR 1240Contact for quote
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | Denmark |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2026 |
| 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 | ||
| Repeatability (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | — | ±0.1 mm |
| IP Rating (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Payload (values differ) | 170 kg | 18 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | 7 |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | — | 0.5 m/s |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 38 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor, mobile |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | IP54 |
| Force/Torque Sensing | Yes | Yes |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | teach_pendant, drag_and_drop |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | Profinet |
| 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, 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, 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 | KR 1240 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | — |
KR 1240 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 KR 1240?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. KR 1240 is made by Kassow Robots ApS, based in DK.
When were Aura and KR 1240 launched?
Aura launched in 2016. KR 1240 launched in 2026.
How do Aura and KR 1240 compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. KR 1240 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 KR 1240?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. KR 1240 has a reach of 1824 mm.
Are Aura and KR 1240 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 KR 1240?
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 KR 1240 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.