FAIRINO FR10 vs. ABB PoWa 10: 10 kg Cobot Comparison
Updated: Nov 2
10 kg-class collaborative robot comparison • Payload, reach, precision and U.S. pricing
🤖 Overview: The ABB PoWa 10 from ABB and the FAIRINO FR10 are both shortlisted for 10 kg-class automation cells. The ABB PoWa 10 offers 10 kg of rated payload, 1,520 mm of reach and ±0.03 mm repeatability. The FAIRINO FR10 answers with 10 kg, 1,400 mm and ±0.05 mm at a published U.S. price of $11,599. This comparison separates published specifications from the points that should be confirmed in a demo or quotation.
Note: PoWa is ABB's high-speed cobot family launched in 2026, covering 7 to 30 kg payload classes; ABB publishes ±0.03 mm pose repeatability across the family. Reach is quoted at the wrist; flange reach is about 150 mm longer. The PoWa 10 is rated at 10 kg and handles up to 11 kg wrist-down.
FAIRINO FR10 10 kg-class cobot 
ABB PoWa 10 cobot
⚖️ Quick Verdict: FAIRINO FR10 vs. ABB PoWa 10
Choose the FAIRINO FR10 when it matches or exceeds the payload, at a published $11,599.
Choose the ABB PoWa 10 when it offers longer reach, tighter repeatability, at €27,950 excl. VAT list price (Unchained Robotics).
Validate both with your real gripper, part mass and layout; installed-cell cost and measured cycle time decide ROI.
📊 FAIRINO FR10 vs. ABB PoWa 10 Specifications
Specification | FAIRINO FR10 | ABB PoWa 10 |
|---|---|---|
Rated payload | 10 kg | 10 kg |
Maximum payload | 14 kg | See manufacturer datasheet |
Reach | 1,400 mm | 1,520 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.03 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Arm weight | ≈40 kg | 42 kg |
IP rating | IP54 / IP65 optional | IP65 (IP67 wrist) |
TCP speed | 1.5 m/s typical | 5.8 m/s at rated payload |
Public price | $11,599 (FAIRINO USA) | €27,950 excl. VAT list price (Unchained Robotics) |
🏋️ Payload: 10 kg vs. 10 kg
Both arms share the same 10 kg rating, so the decision moves to reach, precision, ecosystem and price.
📏 Reach: 1,400 mm vs. 1,520 mm
ABB PoWa 10 reaches 120 mm (about 9%) further. Extra reach can let one robot serve a machine, an infeed and an inspection station without a riser or linear track, while a shorter arm keeps the swept area compact and simplifies guarding. Simulate both robots in your actual cell layout.
🎯 Repeatability and Precision
ABB PoWa 10 publishes the tighter repeatability (±0.03 mm vs. ±0.05 mm). For most tending, packaging and handling work both are sufficient; for tight insertions and vision-guided placement, fixturing, TCP calibration and gripper compliance matter as much as the datasheet figure.
🛡️ Environment and Safety
The FAIRINO FR10 is offered with IP54 protection and an IP65 option, while the ABB PoWa 10 is published at IP65 (IP67 wrist). Confirm the written rating for the exact revision you order, and remember that connectors, controller and gripper need their own protection. Every collaborative application still needs a risk assessment under ISO 10218 and ISO/TS 15066.
🏭 Applications Where Each Robot Fits
CNC machine tending: reach to the chuck and part trays decides the layout; ABB PoWa 10 has the longer envelope.
Pick-and-place and packaging: check gripper plus part mass against the 10 kg limit of the smaller rating.
Screwdriving and dispensing: tool power, cable routing and repeatability drive quality more than top speed.
💰 Price and Total Cost of Ownership
FAIRINO USA lists the FAIRINO FR10 at $11,599. The ABB PoWa 10 is listed €27,950 excl. VAT list price (Unchained Robotics), a European price that should be converted and confirmed for U.S. delivery. Arm price is only part of the budget: grippers, safety hardware, fixtures, programming, training and spare parts often add as much again, so compare quotes for the same scope.
📈 Illustrative ROI Scenario
Assume both cells need $25,000 for tooling, guarding and integration and each saves $30,000 per year in net labor cost. The FAIRINO FR10 cell would total about $36,599, a simple payback of roughly 1.2 years. These figures are illustrative; model your own cell.
✅ Buyer's Evaluation Checklist
Total gripper + part mass and center of gravity against each payload curve
Reach to every pick, place and inspection point in a CAD simulation
Written IP rating, warranty and delivery terms for the exact revision
Measured cycle time with real parts, including fault recovery
Installed-cell quotes for the same scope from both suppliers
🏁 Conclusion
The FAIRINO FR10 stands out for value, with 10 kg payload, ±0.05 mm repeatability and a transparent $11,599 price. The ABB PoWa 10 brings longer reach, tighter repeatability and the ABB ecosystem. Shortlist the arm whose reach, payload and integration needs match your cell, then confirm with a trial and an installed-cell quote.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Which cobot carries more payload, the FAIRINO FR10 or the ABB PoWa 10?
Both are rated at 10 kg.
Which robot has the longer reach?
ABB PoWa 10 reaches 120 mm further (1,400 mm vs. 1,520 mm).
Which robot is more repeatable?
ABB PoWa 10 publishes the tighter repeatability: ±0.03 mm vs. ±0.05 mm.
How much do the FAIRINO FR10 and ABB PoWa 10 cost?
FAIRINO USA lists the FAIRINO FR10 at $11,599. The ABB PoWa 10 is listed €27,950 excl. VAT list price (Unchained Robotics).
Can both be used for machine tending and pick-and-place?
Yes. Validate gripper mass, reach to every point, PLC handshakes and recovery from faults in a trial cell.
Does either robot remove the need for a risk assessment?
No. Every collaborative application needs an application-specific risk assessment under ISO 10218 and ISO/TS 15066.
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