Aura vs FreeMove
Side-by-side comparison of Aura (Comau) and FreeMove (Veo Robotics, Inc.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AuraItaly
- FreeMoveUnited States
Year First Available
- Aura2016
- FreeMove2016
Verified Deployments
- Aura0 Deployments
- FreeMove0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Aura$80,000 USD
- FreeMove$45,000–$125,000 USD
Availability Status
- AuraACTIVE
- FreeMoveACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Aura170 kg
- FreeMove—
Reach
- Aura2,800 mm
- FreeMove—
Degrees of Freedom
- Aura6
- FreeMove—
Mounting Options
- Auraupside down
- FreeMove—
Safety
Safety Rating
- AuraISO/TS 15066
- FreeMoveISO 13849 PL=d, structure category 3; ISO/TS 15066; ISO 10218
Force/Torque Sensing
- AuraYes
- FreeMovenone
Ease of Use
Programming Interface
- Aurano_code_gui
- FreeMoveFreeMove Studio
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Aura$80,000 USD
- FreeMove$45,000–$125,000 USD
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Italy | United States |
| Year First Available | 2016 | 2016 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $45,000–$125,000 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 170 kg | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,800 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | upside down | — |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO 13849 PL=d, structure category 3; ISO/TS 15066; ISO 10218 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | Yes | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| Programming Interface (values differ) | no_code_gui | FreeMove Studio |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $80,000 USD | $45,000–$125,000 USD |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Repeatability, Max TCP Speed, Robot Weight, 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 | FreeMove |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $80,000 | $85,000 |
| Payback period | 19.2 mo | 20.4 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $170,000 | $165,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +213% | +194% |
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 FreeMove?
Aura is made by Comau, based in IT. FreeMove is made by Veo Robotics, Inc., based in US.
When were Aura and FreeMove launched?
Aura launched in 2016. FreeMove launched in 2016.
How do Aura and FreeMove compare on the Robo Index?
Aura grades AAA on the Robo Index. FreeMove 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.
Are Aura and FreeMove 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 FreeMove?
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 FreeMove 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.