Aura vs MP-30T Collaborative
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and MP-30T Collaborative (SHANGHAI MOTECH MACHINE CO.,LTD) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- MP-30T Collaborative—
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- MP-30T Collaborative—
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- MP-30T Collaborative0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- MP-30T CollaborativeContact for quote
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- MP-30T CollaborativeACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- MP-30T Collaborative30 kg
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- MP-30T Collaborative62 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- MP-30T Collaborative1.2 m/s
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- MP-30T Collaborative1,600 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- MP-30T Collaborative—
Repeatability
- Aura—
- MP-30T Collaborative±0.02 mm
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- MP-30T Collaborativefloor
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- MP-30T CollaborativeCE, ISO 9001
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- MP-30T Collaborative—
Duty Cycle
- Aura—
- MP-30T Collaborative24 7 continuous
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Aura—
- MP-30T CollaborativeYes
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- MP-30T Collaborativeteach_pendant
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- Aura—
- MP-30T CollaborativeG-code
ROS Compatible
- Aura—
- MP-30T CollaborativeNo
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- MP-30T CollaborativeRS232
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- MP-30T CollaborativeContact for quote
Warranty
- Aura—
- MP-30T Collaborative5 yrs
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | — |
| 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 | ||
| Payload (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 30 kg |
| Robot Weight (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 62 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 1.2 m/s |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,600 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.02 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | CE, ISO 9001 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | 24 7 continuous |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | teach_pendant |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | — | G-code |
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | No |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | RS232 |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| 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, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Offline Programming, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Lead Time
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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 | MP-30T Collaborative |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | — |
MP-30T Collaborative 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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes Aura and MP-30T Collaborative?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. MP-30T Collaborative is made by SHANGHAI MOTECH MACHINE CO.,LTD.
How do Aura and MP-30T Collaborative compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. MP-30T Collaborative 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 MP-30T Collaborative?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. MP-30T Collaborative has a reach of 1600 mm.
Are Aura and MP-30T Collaborative 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 MP-30T Collaborative?
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 MP-30T Collaborative 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.