Aura vs robolink DP SW
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and robolink DP SW (igus) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- robolink DP SWGermany
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- robolink DP SW—
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- robolink DP SW0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- robolink DP SWContact for quote
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- robolink DP SWACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- robolink DP SW—
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- robolink DP SW—
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- robolink DP SW5
Repeatability
- Aura—
- robolink DP SW±1 mm
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- robolink DP SWfloor, table
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- robolink DP SWCat3 PLd
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- robolink DP SWYes
Safety I/O Pairs
- Aura—
- robolink DP SW4
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Aura—
- robolink DP SWYes
Offline Programming
- Aura—
- robolink DP SWYes
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- robolink DP SWteach_pendant, drag_and_drop, code_python, code_ros
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Aura—
- robolink DP SWiso 9283
Tool Changer Support
- Aura—
- robolink DP SWmanual
Integrated F/T Sensor
- Aura—
- robolink DP SWYes
Wrist Power Supply
- Aura—
- robolink DP SW24V DC
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- Aura—
- robolink DP SWPython, C++
ROS Compatible
- Aura—
- robolink DP SWYes
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- robolink DP SWModbus, TCP/IP
Digital Twin Support
- Aura—
- robolink DP SWYes
Reliability
Path Accuracy
- Aura—
- robolink DP SW±0.5 mm
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- robolink DP SWContact for quote
Lead Time
- Aura—
- robolink DP SW3 wks
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | Germany |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | — |
| 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 | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | 5 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±1 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor, table |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | Cat3 PLd |
| Force/Torque Sensing | Yes | Yes |
| Safety I/O Pairs (values differ) | — | 4 |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | teach_pendant, drag_and_drop, code_python, code_ros |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | iso 9283 |
| Tool Changer Support (values differ) | — | manual |
| Integrated F/T Sensor (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Wrist Power Supply (values differ) | — | 24V DC |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | — | Python, C++ |
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | Modbus, TCP/IP |
| Digital Twin Support (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Reliability | ||
| Path Accuracy (values differ) | — | ±0.5 mm |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Lead Time (values differ) | — | 3 wks |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Max TCP Speed, Robot Weight, IP Rating, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, MTBF, CaaS / Month, Warranty
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 | robolink DP SW |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | — |
robolink DP SW 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 robolink DP SW?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. robolink DP SW is made by igus, based in DE.
How do Aura and robolink DP SW compare on the Robo Score?
Aura scores 73.8 on the Robo Score. robolink DP SW scores 57.7. The Robo Score is a 0–100 credibility figure blending commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
How does the reach of Aura compare to robolink DP SW?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. robolink DP SW has a reach of 790 mm.
Are Aura and robolink DP SW 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 robolink DP SW?
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 robolink DP SW 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 Score is calculated.