Aura vs M0617
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and M0617 (Doosan Robotics Inc.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- M0617South Korea
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- M06172021
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- M06170 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- M0617Contact for quote
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- M0617ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- M0617—
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- M0617—
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- M06176
Repeatability
- Aura—
- M0617±0.03 mm
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- M0617floor/wall
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- M0617ISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- M0617none
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- Aura—
- M06174 hrs
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- M0617teach_pendant, drag_and_drop, no_code_gui
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- Aura—
- M0617Yes
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- M0617Contact for quote
Warranty
- Aura—
- M06172 yrs
Lead Time
- Aura—
- M06176 wks
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | South Korea |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2021 |
| 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 | ||
| Payload (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.03 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor/wall |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | — | 4 hrs |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | teach_pendant, drag_and_drop, no_code_gui |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 2 yrs |
| Lead Time (values differ) | — | 6 wks |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Max TCP Speed, Robot Weight, IP Rating, 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, Fieldbus Protocols, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month
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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 | M0617 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | — |
M0617 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 M0617?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. M0617 is made by Doosan Robotics Inc., based in KR.
When were Aura and M0617 launched?
Aura launched in 2016. M0617 launched in 2021.
How do Aura and M0617 compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. M0617 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 M0617?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. M0617 has a reach of 1700 mm.
Are Aura and M0617 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 M0617?
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 M0617 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.