Aura vs MZS05
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and MZS05 (Nachi-Fujikoshi) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- MZS05Japan
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- MZS052024
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- MZS050 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- MZS05Contact for quote
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- MZS05ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- MZS055 kg
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- MZS05588 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- MZS053 m/s
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- MZS05927 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- MZS056
Repeatability
- Aura—
- MZS05±0.025 mm
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- MZS05Angle, Cleanroom, Floor, Tabletop
IP Rating
- Aura—
- MZS05IP67
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- MZS05ISO 10218-1, ISO 13849-1, ISO/TS 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- MZS05—
TCP Speed (Collaborative)
- Aura—
- MZS051 m/s
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- MZS05teach_pendant, drag_and_drop
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- MZS05Contact for quote
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | Japan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2024 |
| 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 | 5 kg |
| Robot Weight (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 588 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 3 m/s |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 927 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.025 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | Angle, Cleanroom, Floor, Tabletop |
| IP Rating (values differ) | — | IP67 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO 10218-1, ISO 13849-1, ISO/TS 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | — |
| TCP Speed (Collaborative) (values differ) | — | 1 m/s |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | teach_pendant, drag_and_drop |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | Contact for quote |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, 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, ROS Compatible, Fieldbus Protocols, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Warranty, 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 | MZS05 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | — |
MZS05 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 MZS05?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. MZS05 is made by Nachi-Fujikoshi, based in JP.
When were Aura and MZS05 launched?
Aura launched in 2016. MZS05 launched in 2024.
How do Aura and MZS05 compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. MZS05 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 MZS05?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. MZS05 has a reach of 927 mm.
Are Aura and MZS05 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 MZS05?
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 MZS05 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.