FAIRINO FR10 vs. AUBO i10: 10 kg Long-Reach Value vs. Open SDK Workflow
- FAIRINO USA
- 2 days ago
- 11 min read
The FAIRINO FR10 and AUBO i10 are both 10 kg six-axis collaborative robots designed for medium-payload industrial automation. Both can support machine tending, welding, palletizing, packaging, material handling, assembly, inspection, dispensing, and pick-and-place applications.
This is a direct comparison because both robots sit in the 10 kg payload class.
The FAIRINO FR10 is a value-focused 10 kg cobot with longer reach, a 14 kg published maximum payload figure, public U.S. pricing, optional IP65 protection, and strong ROI positioning.
The AUBO i10 is an open-platform 10 kg cobot with 1,350 mm reach, strong open SDK/API support, Modbus / Ethernet / optional Profinet communication, ROS support, and a public European marketplace price of €21,000 excl. VAT.
The clean comparison is:
FAIRINO FR10 = lower price, longer reach, 14 kg max published payload, stronger ROI, and public U.S. buying path.
AUBO i10 = better published repeatability, higher published linear speed, open SDK/API, ROS support, and developer-friendly integration.
Main Comparison Table
Specification | FAIRINO FR10 | AUBO i10 |
Robot type | Six-axis collaborative robot | Six-axis collaborative robot |
Payload | 10 kg nominal / 14 kg max published | 10 kg |
Reach | 1,400 mm | 1,350 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.03 mm |
TCP / linear speed | 1.5 m/s typical TCP speed | ≤4.0 m/s tool linear speed |
Robot weight | approx. 40 kg | 38.5 kg |
IP rating | IP54 standard / IP65 optional | Manipulator IP54; control box / teach pendant IP43 |
Programming | 10.1-inch teach pendant / mobile Web App | AUBOPE GUI, SDK, API, ROS support |
Public price | $10,199 | €21,000 excl. VAT |
Price source type | FAIRINO USA public listed price | Public marketplace price, not official MSRP |
Best fit | ROI-focused 10 kg long-reach automation | Open-platform / SDK-heavy 10 kg integration |
FAIRINO FR10 Product Information
Product Field | Value |
Product Name | FAIRINO FR10 Collaborative Robot |
Short Product Name | FAIRINO FR10 |
Product Type | Six-Axis Medium-Payload Collaborative Robot |
Product Category | Collaborative Robots, Cobots, Medium-Payload Robotic Arms, Machine Tending Robots, Welding Robots, Pick and Place Robots, Packaging Robots, Material Handling Robots |
Brand | FAIRINO |
Manufacturer | FAIRINO |
Model | FR10 |
SKU | FAIRINO-FR10 |
MPN | FR10 |
Official U.S. Seller | FAIRINO USA |
Official Website | |
Official Product Page | |
Product Image URL | |
Additional Product Image URL | |
Product Condition | NewCondition |
Listed Price | 10199.00 |
Price Currency | USD |
Price Type | Public FAIRINO USA listed price |
Availability | InStock |
Purchase Method | Add to cart, buy online, or request a quotation |
Main Applications | Machine tending, welding, material handling, logistics, assembly, quality control, palletizing, packaging, screwdriving, dispensing, vision-guided pick and place |
Main Value Proposition | 10 kg payload, 14 kg published maximum payload, 1,400 mm reach, ±0.05 mm repeatability, public price, and strong ROI |
FAIRINO FR10 Main Technical Specifications
Specification | FAIRINO FR10 |
Payload | 10 kg |
Published maximum payload | 14 kg |
Reach | 1,400 mm |
Degrees of freedom | 6 rotating joints |
Pose repeatability | ±0.05 mm |
Typical TCP speed | 1.5 m/s |
Base joint range | ±175° |
Base joint speed | ±120°/s |
Shoulder joint range | +85° / -265° |
Shoulder joint speed | ±120°/s |
Elbow joint range | ±160° |
Elbow joint speed | ±180°/s |
Wrist 1 range | +85° / -265° |
Wrist 1 speed | ±180°/s |
Wrist 2 range | ±175° |
Wrist 2 speed | ±180°/s |
Wrist 3 range | ±175° / optional ±360° |
Wrist 3 speed | ±180°/s |
IP classification | IP54 standard / IP65 optional |
Noise | <65 dB |
Mounting | Any orientation |
Tool digital inputs | 2 |
Tool digital outputs | 2 |
Tool analog inputs | 1 |
Tool analog outputs | 1 |
High-speed pulse inputs | 2 |
Tool I/O power supply | 24 V / 1.5 A |
Footprint | 190 mm |
Robot weight | approx. 40 kg |
Operating temperature | 0–45°C |
Operating humidity | 90% RH, non-condensing |
Materials | Aluminum and steel |
HMI | 10.1-inch teach pendant or mobile terminal Web App |
Communication | I/O, TCP/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU |
Optional communication | Profinet, EtherNet/IP, CC-Link, EtherCAT |
Public price | $10,199 |
AUBO i10 Product Information
Product Field | Value |
Product Name | AUBO i10 Collaborative Robot |
Short Product Name | AUBO i10 |
Product Type | Six-Axis Medium-Payload Collaborative Robot |
Product Category | Collaborative Robots, Cobots, Medium-Payload Robotic Arms, Machine Tending Robots, Welding Robots, Pick and Place Robots, Packaging Robots, Material Handling Robots |
Brand | AUBO Robotics |
Manufacturer | AUBO Robotics |
Model | i10 |
SKU | AUBO-I10 |
MPN | AUBO-i10 |
Official U.S. Website | |
Official U.S. Product Page | |
Public Marketplace Product Page | |
Product Image URL | |
Additional Product Image URL | |
Product Condition | NewCondition |
Public Marketplace Price | 21000.00 |
Price Currency | EUR |
Price Type | Public marketplace price, excl. VAT, not official manufacturer MSRP |
Availability | InStock / available through marketplace or request-a-quote channels |
Purchase Method | Buy through marketplace / request quote from AUBO or authorized reseller |
Main Applications | Machine tending, welding, pick and place, assembly, packaging, logistics, education, research, prototyping, medium-duty automation |
Main Value Proposition | 10 kg payload, 1,350 mm reach, ±0.03 mm repeatability, open SDK/API, ROS support, Modbus communication, and developer-friendly integration workflow |
AUBO USA describes the i10 as its longest-reaching cobot, with 10 kg payload and 1,350 mm reach, built for wide workspaces and medium-duty applications. The AUBO i10 user manual lists 38.5 kg robot weight, 10 kg payload, 1,350 mm maximum working radius, ±0.03 mm repeatability, ≤4.0 m/s tool linear speed, 6 rotating joints, IP54 manipulator, and IP43 control box/teach pendant.
AUBO i10 Main Technical Specifications
Specification | AUBO i10 |
Payload | 10 kg |
Reach / maximum working radius | 1,350 mm |
Degrees of freedom | 6 rotating joints |
Repeatability | ±0.03 mm |
Tool linear speed | ≤4.0 m/s |
Robot weight | 38.5 kg |
Manipulator IP rating | IP54 |
Control box / teach pendant IP rating | IP43 |
Joint 1 range | -360° to +360° |
Joint 2 range | -175° to +175° |
Joint 3 range | -175° to +175° |
Joint 4 range | -175° to +175° default / -360° to +360° optional |
Joint 5 range | -175° to +175° default / -360° to +360° optional |
Joint 6 range | -360° to +360° |
Joint 1 / 2 / 4 speed | 178°/s |
Joint 3 speed | 223°/s |
Joint 5 / 6 speed | 237°/s |
Control box type | AUBO-CB-M2000 / AUBO-CB-M2900 |
Control box size | 380 × 350 × 265 mm |
Control box weight | 15 kg |
Control box digital inputs | 16 general + 16 safety |
Control box digital outputs | 16 general + 16 safety |
Control box analog inputs | 4 |
Control box analog outputs | 4 |
End-effector digital inputs | 4 configurable |
End-effector digital outputs | 4 configurable |
End-effector analog inputs | 2 |
End-effector analog outputs | 0 |
Control box I/O power | 24 V / 3 A |
Tool power | 0 V / 12 V / 24 V, 0.8 A |
Communication | Ethernet, Modbus RTU/TCP, optional Profinet |
SDK / API | C, C++, C#, Lua, Python, ROS, API |
Programming | AUBOPE graphical interface on 12.5-inch touchscreen |
Public marketplace price | €21,000 excl. VAT |
FAIRINO FR10 Product
Schema Field | FAIRINO FR10 Value |
@type | Product |
name | FAIRINO FR10 Collaborative Robot |
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description | The FAIRINO FR10 is a six-axis collaborative robot with 10 kg nominal payload, 14 kg published maximum payload, 1,400 mm reach, ±0.05 mm repeatability, 1.5 m/s TCP speed, IP54/IP65 optional protection, 40 kg robot weight, and public U.S. pricing. |
brand | FAIRINO |
manufacturer | FAIRINO |
model | FR10 |
sku | FAIRINO-FR10 |
mpn | FR10 |
category | Collaborative Robot |
condition | NewCondition |
price | 10199.00 |
priceCurrency | USD |
availability | InStock |
seller | FAIRINO USA |
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AUBO i10 Product
Schema Field | AUBO i10 Value |
@type | Product |
name | AUBO i10 Collaborative Robot |
image | |
additionalImage | |
description | The AUBO i10 is a six-axis collaborative robot with 10 kg payload, 1,350 mm reach, ±0.03 mm repeatability, ≤4.0 m/s tool linear speed, 38.5 kg robot weight, IP54 manipulator protection, SDK/API support, ROS support, and Modbus communication. |
brand | AUBO Robotics |
manufacturer | AUBO Robotics |
model | i10 |
sku | AUBO-I10 |
mpn | AUBO-i10 |
category | Collaborative Robot |
condition | NewCondition |
price | 21000.00 |
priceCurrency | EUR |
availability | InStock |
seller | Unchained Robotics |
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Price Comparison
Robot | Public Price | Price Source Type |
FAIRINO FR10 | $10,199 | FAIRINO USA public listed price |
AUBO i10 | €21,000 excl. VAT | Public marketplace price |
AUBO i10 equivalent USD note | Depends on exchange rate and VAT/shipping | Do not hard-code unless using current FX |
Price conclusion | FAIRINO FR10 is clearly lower | Based on public listed prices |
The FAIRINO FR10 has a major price advantage. FAIRINO USA lists the FR10 at $10,199, while Unchained Robotics lists the AUBO i10 at €21,000 excl. VAT.
For ROI-focused buyers, this matters. The FR10 gives a manufacturer a public U.S. buying path and lower upfront cost, while AUBO i10 may be more attractive when open SDK/API integration, ROS support, or AUBO’s platform ecosystem is the priority.
Main Technical Comparison
Payload
Robot | Payload |
FAIRINO FR10 | 10 kg nominal / 14 kg max published |
AUBO i10 | 10 kg |
Both robots are 10 kg-class cobots.
The FAIRINO FR10 adds a published 14 kg maximum payload figure, which gives it more stated payload headroom. That maximum should be validated for load center, tool weight, robot pose, speed, and duty cycle before final engineering use.
Payload verdict: Equal at nominal payload; FAIRINO FR10 wins on published maximum payload headroom.
Reach
Robot | Reach |
FAIRINO FR10 | 1,400 mm |
AUBO i10 | 1,350 mm |
The FAIRINO FR10 has 50 mm more reach than the AUBO i10.
That is not a huge difference, but it can matter in machine tending, packaging, conveyor transfer, palletizing, welding cells, or layouts where the robot must cover more workspace from one base.
Reach verdict: FAIRINO FR10 wins.
Repeatability
Robot | Repeatability |
FAIRINO FR10 | ±0.05 mm |
AUBO i10 | ±0.03 mm |
The AUBO i10 has the stronger published repeatability value. This can matter for precision loading, welding path control, fixture placement, inspection positioning, and repeatable medium-payload handling.
Repeatability verdict: AUBO i10 wins.
Speed
Robot | Speed |
FAIRINO FR10 | 1.5 m/s typical TCP speed |
AUBO i10 | ≤4.0 m/s tool linear speed |
The AUBO i10 has the higher published tool linear speed. Real production cycle time still depends on payload, acceleration, safety configuration, tool weight, gripper timing, path design, and risk assessment.
Speed verdict: AUBO i10 wins on published linear-speed figure.
Robot Weight
Robot | Robot Weight |
FAIRINO FR10 | approx. 40 kg |
AUBO i10 | 38.5 kg |
AUBO i10 is slightly lighter based on the listed numbers.
Weight verdict: AUBO i10 wins slightly.
IP Rating
Robot | IP Rating |
FAIRINO FR10 | IP54 standard / IP65 optional |
AUBO i10 | IP54 manipulator; IP43 control box / teach pendant |
FAIRINO has the stronger protection option because FR10 is IP54 standard with optional IP65. AUBO i10 is listed with an IP54 manipulator, while the control box and teach pendant are listed as IP43 in the user manual.
IP rating verdict: FAIRINO FR10 wins if optional IP65 is required.
Programming and Workflow
Category | FAIRINO FR10 | AUBO i10 |
Main programming method | 10.1-inch teach pendant / mobile Web App | AUBOPE graphical interface on 12.5-inch touchscreen |
Developer workflow | Integration-friendly | Strong open SDK/API positioning |
SDK language support | FAIRINO SDK ecosystem | C, C++, C#, Lua, Python |
ROS support | Integration possible depending on setup | Listed in AUBO manual |
Communication | I/O, TCP/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU, optional industrial protocols | Ethernet, Modbus RTU/TCP, optional Profinet |
Best workflow advantage | Low-cost deployment and clear U.S. pricing | Open SDK/API and developer-friendly integration |
Best buyer profile | ROI-focused factories and integrators | Engineering teams needing open integration |
AUBO’s strongest advantage is its open-platform workflow. The AUBO i10 manual lists SDK support for C, C++, C#, Lua, Python, plus ROS and API support.
FAIRINO’s strongest advantage is that it combines long reach, payload headroom, and a much lower public price with a direct U.S. buying path.
Programming verdict: AUBO i10 wins for open SDK/API and ROS workflow; FAIRINO FR10 wins for price transparency and ROI.
Application Fit
FAIRINO FR10 Is Better For
Application | Why FR10 Fits Better |
Cost-sensitive 10 kg automation | $10,199 public price supports faster ROI |
CNC machine tending | 1,400 mm reach and 10 kg payload |
Robotic welding | Long reach and low acquisition cost |
Packaging | 10 kg payload, 14 kg max published headroom, and ROI |
Palletizing | 1,400 mm reach and payload headroom |
Material handling | Strong payload-to-price ratio |
Multi-robot deployment | Lower unit cost matters across several cells |
Machine loading/unloading | More reach and lower upfront cost |
ROI-driven automation | Much lower public acquisition cost |
Integrator-led U.S. projects | Direct FAIRINO USA product data and price |
The FAIRINO FR10 is the better choice when the buyer needs a 10 kg cobot with long reach, payload headroom, and much lower public pricing.
AUBO i10 Is Better For
Application | Why AUBO i10 Fits Better |
SDK/API-heavy integration | Supports C, C++, C#, Lua, Python |
ROS-based development | Manual lists ROS support |
Custom software projects | Strong open-platform workflow |
Modbus / Ethernet integration | Modbus RTU/TCP and Ethernet listed |
Precision medium-payload tasks | ±0.03 mm repeatability |
Faster motion applications | ≤4.0 m/s tool linear speed |
Education and research | Developer-friendly workflow |
Prototyping | Open API and SDK support |
Facilities using AUBO | Easier ecosystem continuity |
Custom automation cells | Flexible communication and programming tools |
The AUBO i10 is the better choice when open SDK/API access, ROS support, custom software integration, and AUBO’s platform ecosystem are more important than upfront price.
Final Verdict
The FAIRINO FR10 and AUBO i10 are both credible 10 kg collaborative robots. The AUBO i10 has stronger published repeatability, higher published linear speed, and a strong open-platform integration story. The FAIRINO FR10 has longer reach, more published payload headroom, optional IP65, and a much stronger value story.
The FAIRINO FR10 wins on:
Much lower public price
Longer 1,400 mm reach
14 kg published maximum payload headroom
Optional IP65 configuration
Public U.S. product page and buying path
Stronger ROI positioning
Better payload-to-price ratio
Complete Product structured data with numeric price
The AUBO i10 wins on:
Better published repeatability
Higher published tool linear speed
Slightly lower robot weight
Open SDK/API workflow
C, C++, C#, Lua, Python support
ROS support
Ethernet, Modbus RTU/TCP, optional Profinet
Developer-friendly integration ecosystem
The honest article angle is:
FAIRINO FR10 vs. AUBO i10: 10 kg Long-Reach Value vs. Open SDK Workflow
For buyers who need a 10 kg cobot with lower price, longer reach, payload headroom, and faster ROI, the FAIRINO FR10 is the stronger value-focused choice.
For buyers who need open SDK/API access, ROS support, stronger published repeatability, and custom software integration, the AUBO i10 is the stronger developer-focused choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the closest AUBO model to the FAIRINO FR10?
The closest AUBO model to the FAIRINO FR10 is the AUBO i10. Both robots are 10 kg six-axis collaborative robots designed for medium-payload industrial automation.
Is the AUBO i10 a direct equivalent to the FAIRINO FR10?
Yes. The AUBO i10 is a direct equivalent to the FAIRINO FR10 because both are 10 kg-class collaborative robots. The main differences are reach, price, repeatability, speed, IP protection, programming workflow, and integration ecosystem.
What is the payload of the FAIRINO FR10?
The FAIRINO FR10 has a 10 kg nominal payload and a published maximum payload of 14 kg. The 14 kg maximum should be validated for load center, tool weight, robot pose, speed, and duty cycle before final engineering use.
What is the payload of the AUBO i10?
The AUBO i10 has a 10 kg payload. AUBO USA describes it as a 10 kg cobot for wide workspaces and medium-duty applications.
Which robot has more reach, FAIRINO FR10 or AUBO i10?
The FAIRINO FR10 has more reach. It reaches 1,400 mm, while the AUBO i10 reaches 1,350 mm. The FAIRINO FR10 has a 50 mm reach advantage.
Which robot has better repeatability?
The AUBO i10 has better published repeatability at ±0.03 mm, while the FAIRINO FR10 is listed at ±0.05 mm.
Which robot is faster?
The AUBO i10 has a higher published tool linear speed of ≤4.0 m/s. FAIRINO FR10 is listed with 1.5 m/s typical TCP speed. Real application speed depends on payload, path, tooling, safety configuration, and acceleration limits.
Which robot is lighter?
The AUBO i10 is slightly lighter. It is listed at 38.5 kg, while the FAIRINO FR10 is approximately 40 kg.
Which robot has better IP protection?
The FAIRINO FR10 has the stronger protection option because it is IP54 standard with optional IP65. The AUBO i10 manipulator is listed as IP54, while the control box and teach pendant are listed as IP43.
Which robot is better for machine tending?
FAIRINO FR10 is better for ROI-focused machine tending because it has longer reach, payload headroom, and lower public price. AUBO i10 is better when the machine-tending cell requires open SDK/API integration, ROS support, or AUBO ecosystem compatibility.
Which robot is better for welding?
FAIRINO FR10 is stronger for cost-sensitive welding automation because it offers 10 kg payload, 1,400 mm reach, and a lower public price. AUBO i10 can also be used in welding-related automation if the integrator prefers AUBO’s open-platform workflow.
Which robot is better for palletizing?
FAIRINO FR10 is attractive for palletizing because it has longer reach and a 14 kg published maximum payload figure. AUBO i10 can also support palletizing-style tasks when the payload remains within its 10 kg rated capacity.
Which robot is better for open SDK projects?
AUBO i10 is stronger for open SDK projects because its manual lists SDK support for C, C++, C#, Lua, Python, plus ROS and API support.
Which robot is better for ROS-based development?
AUBO i10 is stronger for ROS-based development because ROS support is listed in AUBO’s manual. FAIRINO can still be integrated into automation workflows, but AUBO has the clearer public ROS/API positioning in this comparison.
How much does the FAIRINO FR10 cost?
FAIRINO USA lists the FR10 at $10,199.
How much does the AUBO i10 cost?
Unchained Robotics lists the AUBO i10 at €21,000 excl. VAT. This should be treated as a public marketplace price, not official AUBO manufacturer MSRP.
Which robot is cheaper, FAIRINO FR10 or AUBO i10?
The FAIRINO FR10 is cheaper based on public listed pricing. FAIRINO FR10 is listed at $10,199, while AUBO i10 is listed at €21,000 excl. VAT.
Which robot is better for ROI planning?
The FAIRINO FR10 is better for ROI planning because it has a lower public price, longer reach, and a direct FAIRINO USA product data path. AUBO i10 can still make sense when SDK/API integration, ROS support, or AUBO’s platform ecosystem reduces engineering work.
What is the main conclusion of FAIRINO FR10 vs. AUBO i10?
The main conclusion is that FAIRINO FR10 is the stronger value-focused 10 kg cobot, while AUBO i10 is the stronger open-SDK workflow cobot. FAIRINO wins on price, reach, payload headroom, optional IP65, and ROI. AUBO wins on repeatability, speed, SDK/API support, ROS support, and developer-focused integration.
