Aura vs Muka MK-SW-M20
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and Muka MK-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
- Muka MK-SW-M20China
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- Muka MK-SW-M20—
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- Muka MK-SW-M200 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Muka MK-SW-M20$11,000 USD
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- Muka MK-SW-M20ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- Muka MK-SW-M2040 kg
IP Rating
- Aura—
- Muka MK-SW-M20IP54
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- Muka MK-SW-M20—
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- Muka MK-SW-M206
Repeatability
- Aura—
- Muka MK-SW-M20±0.1 mm
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- Muka MK-SW-M206 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- Muka MK-SW-M20any_orientation
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- Muka MK-SW-M20—
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- Muka MK-SW-M20Yes
Duty Cycle
- Aura—
- Muka MK-SW-M2024 7 continuous
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Aura—
- Muka MK-SW-M20Yes
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- Muka MK-SW-M20teach_pendant, code_python, code_ros, no_code_gui
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Aura—
- Muka MK-SW-M20iso 9283 compatible
Integrated F/T Sensor
- Aura—
- Muka MK-SW-M20Yes
Wrist Power Supply
- Aura—
- Muka MK-SW-M2024V/1.5A
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- Aura—
- Muka MK-SW-M20C#, C++, Python, ROS
ROS Compatible
- Aura—
- Muka MK-SW-M20Yes
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- Muka MK-SW-M20Modbus TCP/RTU, Profinet, TCP/IP
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Muka MK-SW-M20$11,000 USD
Warranty
- Aura—
- Muka MK-SW-M201 yrs
Lead Time
- Aura—
- Muka MK-SW-M201.5 wks
| 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 | $11,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 40 kg |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.1 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 6 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | any_orientation |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | — |
| Force/Torque Sensing | Yes | 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, code_python, code_ros, no_code_gui |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | iso 9283 compatible |
| Integrated F/T Sensor (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Wrist Power Supply (values differ) | — | 24V/1.5A |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | — | C#, C++, Python, ROS |
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | Modbus TCP/RTU, Profinet, TCP/IP |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $11,000 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 1 yrs |
| Lead Time (values differ) | — | 1.5 wks |
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, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Offline Programming, Tool Changer Support, 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 | Muka MK-SW-M20 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | $11,000 |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | 2.6 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | $239,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | +2173% |
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 Muka MK-SW-M20?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. Muka MK-SW-M20 is made by Xiamen Muka Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How much does Aura cost compared to Muka MK-SW-M20?
Aura is listed at $80,000. Muka MK-SW-M20 is listed at $11,000.
How do Aura and Muka MK-SW-M20 compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. Muka MK-SW-M20 grades BB. 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 Muka MK-SW-M20?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. Muka MK-SW-M20 has a reach of 1854 mm.
Are Aura and Muka MK-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 Muka MK-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 Muka MK-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.