Aura vs RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer (Guangdong Imako Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot PalletizerChina
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer—
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer$25,000 USD
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot PalletizerACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer1,600 mm
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer20 kg
IP Rating
- Aura—
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot PalletizerIP54
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer—
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer0.1 m/s
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer—
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot PalletizerPL=d certified by ISO13849-1
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizernone
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- Aura—
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer1 hrs
No-Code Capable
- Aura—
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot PalletizerNo
Offline Programming
- Aura—
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot PalletizerYes
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot PalletizerTM Palletizing Operator
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer$25,000 USD
Lead Time
- Aura—
- RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer30 wks
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $25,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Reach (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,600 mm |
| Payload (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 20 kg |
| IP Rating (priority for Manufacturing buyers) (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | — | 0.1 m/s |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | PL=d certified by ISO13849-1 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | — | 1 hrs |
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | No |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | TM Palletizing Operator |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $25,000 USD |
| Lead Time (values differ) | — | 30 wks |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Repeatability, Robot Weight, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Time to Redeploy, 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
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 | RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | $25,000 |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | 6.0 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | $225,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | +900% |
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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes Aura and RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer is made by Guangdong Imako Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How much does Aura cost compared to RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer?
Aura is listed at $80,000. RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer is listed at $25,000.
How do Aura and RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer 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 RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer has a reach of 1600 mm.
Are Aura and RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer 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 RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer?
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 RP-10 Cooperative Robot Palletizer 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.