Aura vs OB7 Max 8
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and OB7 Max 8 (Productive Robotics, LLC.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- OB7 Max 8United States
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- OB7 Max 8—
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- OB7 Max 80 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- OB7 Max 8$34,900 USD
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- OB7 Max 8ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- OB7 Max 88 kg
IP Rating
- Aura—
- OB7 Max 8IP30
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- OB7 Max 81,700 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- OB7 Max 87
Repeatability
- Aura—
- OB7 Max 8±0.1 mm
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- OB7 Max 858 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- OB7 Max 8robot mounting flange
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- OB7 Max 8CE
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- OB7 Max 8Yes
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- Aura—
- OB7 Max 81 hrs
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- OB7 Max 8no_code_gui, drag_and_drop
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- OB7 Max 8Ethernet IP, TCP/IP, Modbus
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- OB7 Max 8$34,900 USD
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $34,900 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 8 kg |
| IP Rating (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | IP30 |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | 7 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.1 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 58 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | robot mounting flange |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | CE |
| Force/Torque Sensing | Yes | Yes |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | — | 1 hrs |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | no_code_gui, drag_and_drop |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | Ethernet IP, TCP/IP, Modbus |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $34,900 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 Max 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | $34,900 |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | 8.4 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | $215,100 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | +616% |
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 Max 8?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. OB7 Max 8 is made by Productive Robotics, LLC., based in US.
How much does Aura cost compared to OB7 Max 8?
Aura is listed at $80,000. OB7 Max 8 is listed at $34,900.
How do Aura and OB7 Max 8 compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. OB7 Max 8 grades BBB. 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 Max 8?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. OB7 Max 8 has a reach of 1700 mm.
Are Aura and OB7 Max 8 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 Max 8?
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 Max 8 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.