Aura vs TM16M
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and TM16M (Techman Robot Inc.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- TM16MTaiwan
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- TM16M2016
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- TM16M0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- TM16M$40,000 USD
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- TM16MACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Repeatability
- Aura—
- TM16M±0.1 mm
IP Rating
- Aura—
- TM16MIP54
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- TM16M1,300 mm
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- TM16M16 kg
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- TM16M6
Max TCP Speed
- Aura—
- TM16M1.3 m/s
Robot Weight
- Aura—
- TM16M32.8 kg
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- TM16M—
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- TM16MCE (by regional model), SEMI S2 (optional)
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- TM16Mnone
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- Aura—
- TM16MYes
Offline Programming
- Aura—
- TM16MNo
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- TM16MTMflow, flowchart base
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- Aura—
- TM16MModbus TCP/RTU, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- TM16M$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 | ||
| Repeatability (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | — | ±0.1 mm |
| IP Rating (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | — | IP54 |
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | 2,800 mm | 1,300 mm |
| Payload (values differ) | 170 kg | 16 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | — | 1.3 m/s |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 32.8 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | CE (by regional model), SEMI S2 (optional) |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | TMflow, flowchart base |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | Modbus TCP/RTU, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP |
| 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, 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, ROS Compatible, 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 | TM16M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 TM16M?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. TM16M is made by Techman Robot Inc., based in TW.
When were Aura and TM16M launched?
Aura launched in 2016. TM16M launched in 2016.
How much does Aura cost compared to TM16M?
Aura is listed at $80,000. TM16M is listed at $40,000.
How do Aura and TM16M compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. TM16M 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 TM16M?
Aura has a reach of 2800 mm. TM16M has a reach of 917 mm.
Are Aura and TM16M 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 TM16M?
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 TM16M 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.