Aura vs TM14
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and TM14 (Techman Robot Inc.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- TM14Taiwan
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- TM142016
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- TM140 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- TM14$40,000 USD
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- TM14ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- TM1414 kg
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- TM140.1 m/s
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- TM141,100 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- TM146
Repeatability
- Aura—
- TM14±0.1 mm
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- TM1432 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- TM14—
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- TM14ISO 10218-1
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- TM14none
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Aura—
- TM14Yes
Offline Programming
- Aura—
- TM14Yes
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- TM14no coding or pendant
Software & Connectivity
ROS Compatible
- Aura—
- TM14Yes
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- TM14$40,000 USD
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | Taiwan |
| Year First Available | 2016 | 2016 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $40,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 170 kg | 14 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | 0.1 m/s |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,100 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.1 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 32 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO 10218-1 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | no coding or pendant |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $40,000 USD |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, IP Rating, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, Fieldbus Protocols, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month, Warranty, Lead Time
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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 | TM14 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | $40,000 |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | 9.6 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | $210,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | +525% |
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 TM14?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. TM14 is made by Techman Robot Inc., based in TW.
When were Aura and TM14 launched?
Aura launched in 2016. TM14 launched in 2016.
How much does Aura cost compared to TM14?
Aura is listed at $80,000. TM14 is listed at $40,000.
How do Aura and TM14 compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. TM14 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 TM14?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. TM14 has a reach of 1100 mm.
Are Aura and TM14 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 TM14?
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 TM14 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.