Aura vs KR1018
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and KR1018 (Kassow Robots ApS) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- KR1018Denmark
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- KR1018—
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- KR10180 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- KR1018Contact for quote
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- KR1018ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- KR101838 kg
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- KR101818 kg
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- KR10181,000 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- KR10187
Repeatability
- Aura—
- KR1018±0.1 mm
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- KR1018floor, wall
IP Rating
- Aura—
- KR1018IP54
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- KR1018IP54
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- KR1018none
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- KR1018teach_pendant, code_ros
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- Aura—
- KR1018Yes
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- KR1018Profinet
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- KR1018Contact for quote
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | Denmark |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 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 | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | — | 38 kg |
| Payload (values differ) | 170 kg | 18 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,000 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | 7 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.1 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor, wall |
| IP Rating (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | IP54 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | teach_pendant, code_ros |
| 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, Max TCP Speed, 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 | KR1018 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | — |
KR1018 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 KR1018?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. KR1018 is made by Kassow Robots ApS, based in DK.
How do Aura and KR1018 compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. KR1018 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 KR1018?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. KR1018 has a reach of 1000 mm.
Are Aura and KR1018 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 KR1018?
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 KR1018 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.