Aura vs Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and Spool Welding Robot (SWR™) (Novarc Technologies) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)Canada
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)—
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)Contact for quote
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)1,587.6 kg
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)—
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)4,572 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)—
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)—
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)ISO 15066
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)none
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)no_code_gui
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)Contact for quote
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | Canada |
| 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 | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | — | 1,587.6 kg |
| Payload (values differ) | 170 kg | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 4,572 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO 15066 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | no_code_gui |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | Contact for quote |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Repeatability, Max TCP Speed, IP Rating, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, 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, Fieldbus Protocols, 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 | Spool Welding Robot (SWR™) |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | — |
Spool Welding Robot (SWR™) 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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes Aura and Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. Spool Welding Robot (SWR™) is made by Novarc Technologies, based in CA.
How do Aura and Spool Welding Robot (SWR™) compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AA on the Robo Index. Spool Welding Robot (SWR™) 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 Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. Spool Welding Robot (SWR™) has a reach of 4572 mm.
Are Aura and Spool Welding Robot (SWR™) 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 Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)?
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 Spool Welding Robot (SWR™) 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.