Aura vs Stäubli 4-axis Cobot
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and Stäubli 4-axis Cobot (Stäubli International AG — Robotics Division) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotSwitzerland
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot2022
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotContact for quote
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
IP Rating
- Aura—
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotIP54
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot8.4 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot1.2 m/s
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot1,300 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot4
Repeatability
- Aura—
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot±0.01 mm
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot29 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobotfloor, tabletop
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotISO 10218-1 Cat 3 PLd
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobotnone
Ease of Use
Setup Time
- Aura—
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot1 hrs
No-Code Capable
- Aura—
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotYes
Offline Programming
- Aura—
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotYes
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotVAL Blocks, uniVAL PLC, uniVAL pi, uniVAL drive
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- Aura—
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotYes
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotEtherCAT, Modbus TCP
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- Stäubli 4-axis CobotContact for quote
Warranty
- Aura—
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot2 yrs
Lead Time
- Aura—
- Stäubli 4-axis Cobot4 wks
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | Switzerland |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2022 |
| 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 | ||
| IP Rating (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Payload (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 8.4 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | — | 1.2 m/s |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,300 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | 4 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.01 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 29 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | floor, tabletop |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO 10218-1 Cat 3 PLd |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Setup Time (values differ) | — | 1 hrs |
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | VAL Blocks, uniVAL PLC, uniVAL pi, uniVAL drive |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | EtherCAT, Modbus TCP |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 2 yrs |
| Lead Time (values differ) | — | 4 wks |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, 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, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month
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 | Stäubli 4-axis Cobot |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | — |
Stäubli 4-axis Cobot 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 Stäubli 4-axis Cobot?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. Stäubli 4-axis Cobot is made by Stäubli International AG — Robotics Division, based in CH.
When were Aura and Stäubli 4-axis Cobot launched?
Aura launched in 2016. Stäubli 4-axis Cobot launched in 2022.
How do Aura and Stäubli 4-axis Cobot compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. Stäubli 4-axis Cobot grades AA. 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 Stäubli 4-axis Cobot?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. Stäubli 4-axis Cobot has a reach of 1300 mm.
Are Aura and Stäubli 4-axis Cobot 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 Stäubli 4-axis Cobot?
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 Stäubli 4-axis Cobot 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.