Aura vs MK-CB-SW-M20
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and MK-CB-SW-M20 (Xiamen Muka Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- MK-CB-SW-M20China
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- MK-CB-SW-M20—
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- MK-CB-SW-M200 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- MK-CB-SW-M20$3,500–$3,700 USD
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- MK-CB-SW-M20ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- MK-CB-SW-M20—
Repeatability
- Aura—
- MK-CB-SW-M20±0.1 mm
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- MK-CB-SW-M20—
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- MK-CB-SW-M206
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- MK-CB-SW-M202 m/s
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- MK-CB-SW-M200.5 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- MK-CB-SW-M2035mm standard DIN rail
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- MK-CB-SW-M20UL489, CSA C22.2 No.5, IEC/EN 60947-2, CE, RoHS
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- MK-CB-SW-M20none
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- MK-CB-SW-M20teach_pendant, drag_and_drop, visual_block, code_python
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- Aura—
- MK-CB-SW-M20No
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- MK-CB-SW-M20$3,500–$3,700 USD
Warranty
- Aura—
- MK-CB-SW-M205 yrs
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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 | $3,500–$3,700 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Reach (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 2,800 mm | — |
| Repeatability (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | — | ±0.1 mm |
| Payload (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | — |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | — | 2 m/s |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 0.5 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | 35mm standard DIN rail |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | UL489, CSA C22.2 No.5, IEC/EN 60947-2, CE, RoHS |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | teach_pendant, drag_and_drop, visual_block, code_python |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | No |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $3,500–$3,700 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 5 yrs |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, IP Rating, 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, Fieldbus Protocols, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, 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 | MK-CB-SW-M20 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | $3,600 |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | $246,400 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | +6844% |
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 MK-CB-SW-M20?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. MK-CB-SW-M20 is made by Xiamen Muka Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How do Aura and MK-CB-SW-M20 compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. MK-CB-SW-M20 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 MK-CB-SW-M20?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. MK-CB-SW-M20 has a reach of 1854 mm.
Are Aura and MK-CB-SW-M20 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 MK-CB-SW-M20?
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 MK-CB-SW-M20 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.