Aura vs MAiRA M
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and MAiRA M (NEURA Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- MAiRA MGermany
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- MAiRA M2023
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- MAiRA M0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- MAiRA M$39,500 USD
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- MAiRA MACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
IP Rating
- Aura—
- MAiRA MIP65
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- MAiRA M18 kg
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- MAiRA M1,100 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- MAiRA M—
Repeatability
- Aura—
- MAiRA M±0.01 mm
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- MAiRA M56 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- MAiRA Mfloor, ceiling, wall, inverted
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- MAiRA MPL e, SIL 3
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- MAiRA Mnone
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Aura—
- MAiRA MNo
Offline Programming
- Aura—
- MAiRA MNo
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- MAiRA Mvisual_block, no_code_gui
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- MAiRA MEtherCAT, TCP/IP, Modbus
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- MAiRA M$39,500 USD
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | Germany |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2023 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $39,500 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| IP Rating (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | — | IP65 |
| Payload (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 18 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,100 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.01 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 56 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor, ceiling, wall, inverted |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | PL e, SIL 3 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | No |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | visual_block, no_code_gui |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | EtherCAT, TCP/IP, Modbus |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $39,500 USD |
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, 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 | MAiRA M |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | $39,500 |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | 9.5 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | $210,500 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | +533% |
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 MAiRA M?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. MAiRA M is made by NEURA Robotics, based in DE.
When were Aura and MAiRA M launched?
Aura launched in 2016. MAiRA M launched in 2023.
How much does Aura cost compared to MAiRA M?
Aura is listed at $80,000. MAiRA M is listed at $39,500.
How do Aura and MAiRA M compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. MAiRA M 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.
Are Aura and MAiRA M 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 MAiRA M?
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 MAiRA M 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.