Aura vs Nova 2
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and Nova 2 (Dobot) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- Nova 2China
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- Nova 22017
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- Nova 20 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Nova 2$8,850–$15,349 USD
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- Nova 2ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- Nova 22 kg
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- Nova 211 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- Nova 21.6 m/s
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- Nova 2625 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- Nova 26
Repeatability
- Aura—
- Nova 2±0.05 mm
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- Nova 2任意角度
IP Rating
- Aura—
- Nova 2IP54
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- Nova 2intelligent sensors with adjustable protection levels
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- Nova 2none
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Aura—
- Nova 2Yes
Offline Programming
- Aura—
- Nova 2No
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- Nova 2graphical user interface
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- Nova 2Modbus TCP
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Nova 2$8,850–$15,349 USD
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $8,850–$15,349 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 2 kg |
| Robot Weight (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 11 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 1.6 m/s |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 625 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.05 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | 任意角度 |
| IP Rating (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | intelligent sensors with adjustable protection levels |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | graphical user interface |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | Modbus TCP |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $8,850–$15,349 USD |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, 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 | Nova 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | $12,100 |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | 2.9 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | $237,901 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | +1966% |
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 Nova 2?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. Nova 2 is made by Dobot, based in CN.
When were Aura and Nova 2 launched?
Aura launched in 2016. Nova 2 launched in 2017.
How do Aura and Nova 2 compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. Nova 2 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 Nova 2?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. Nova 2 has a reach of 625 mm.
Are Aura and Nova 2 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 Nova 2?
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 Nova 2 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.