Aura vs OB7
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and OB7 (Productive Robotics, LLC.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- OB7United States
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- OB72017
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- OB70 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- OB7$24,900 USD
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- OB7ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- OB71,000 mm
Repeatability
- Aura—
- OB7±0.1 mm
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- OB75 kg
IP Rating
- Aura—
- OB7IP30
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- OB77
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- OB722 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- OB7—
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- OB7IP30
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- OB7Yes
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- Aura—
- OB71 hrs
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- OB7teach_pendant, drag_and_drop
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- OB7Ethernet IP, TCP/IP, Modbus
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- OB7$24,900 USD
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $24,900 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Reach (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,000 mm |
| Repeatability (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | — | ±0.1 mm |
| Payload (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 5 kg |
| IP Rating (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | — | IP30 |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | 7 |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 22 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | IP30 |
| Force/Torque Sensing | Yes | Yes |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | — | 1 hrs |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | teach_pendant, drag_and_drop |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | Ethernet IP, TCP/IP, Modbus |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $24,900 USD |
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, Duty Cycle, 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, 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 | OB7 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | $24,900 |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | 6.0 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | $225,100 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | +904% |
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 OB7?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. OB7 is made by Productive Robotics, LLC., based in US.
When were Aura and OB7 launched?
Aura launched in 2016. OB7 launched in 2017.
How much does Aura cost compared to OB7?
Aura is listed at $80,000. OB7 is listed at $24,900.
How do Aura and OB7 compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. OB7 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 OB7?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. OB7 has a reach of 1000 mm.
Are Aura and OB7 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 OB7?
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 OB7 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.