FAIRINO FR10 vs. DOBOT CR10A: Which 10 kg Collaborative Robot Offers Better Value?
- FAIRINO USA
- Jul 19
- 11 min read
The FAIRINO FR10 and DOBOT CR10A are both 10 kg six-axis collaborative robots designed for medium-payload industrial automation. Both can support CNC machine tending, robotic welding, palletizing, packaging, loading and unloading, material handling, pick and place, inspection, assembly, dispensing, and flexible production cells.
This is a direct comparison because both robots sit in the same 10 kg payload class.
The main difference is positioning.
The FAIRINO FR10 is a value-focused 10 kg collaborative robot with longer reach, lower public U.S. price, 14 kg published maximum payload headroom, optional IP65 protection, and strong ROI positioning.
The DOBOT CR10A is a DOBOT CRA Series cobot with better published repeatability, faster published TCP speed, DobotStudio Pro software, new CRA Series control cabinet, DOBOT ecosystem, and a higher public U.S. price.
The clean comparison is:
FAIRINO FR10 = lower price, longer reach, payload headroom, optional IP65, and stronger ROI.
DOBOT CR10A = better repeatability, faster published TCP speed, DobotStudio Pro workflow, and DOBOT ecosystem.
Main Comparison Table
Specification | FAIRINO FR10 | DOBOT CR10A |
Robot type | Six-axis collaborative robot | Six-axis collaborative robot |
Payload | 10 kg nominal / 14 kg max published | 10 kg |
Reach | 1,400 mm | 1,300 mm on CR10A page |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.03 mm |
TCP speed | 1.5 m/s typical TCP speed | 2 m/s maximum TCP speed |
Robot weight | approx. 40 kg | 40 kg |
IP rating | IP54 standard / IP65 optional | IP54 |
Footprint | 190 mm | Not shown as headline on DOBOT US CR10A page |
Programming | 10.1-inch teach pendant / mobile Web App | DobotStudio Pro / new CRA control cabinet |
Public price | $10,199 | $33,380 |
Price source type | FAIRINO USA public listed price | DOBOT US public listed price |
Best fit | ROI-focused 10 kg automation | DOBOT ecosystem and faster published motion |
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, optional IP65, public price, and strong ROI |
FAIRINO USA lists the FR10 with 10 kg payload and 1,400 mm reach; FAIRINO comparison content lists FR10 with 10 kg payload, 14 kg published maximum payload, 1,400 mm reach, ±0.05 mm repeatability, 1.5 m/s typical TCP speed, IP54 standard / IP65 optional, ≈40 kg weight, 190 mm footprint, and $10,199 public price.
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 |
IP classification | IP54 standard / IP65 optional |
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 |
HMI | 10.1-inch teach pendant or mobile terminal Web App |
Communication | TCP/IP / Modbus TCP/RTU depending on configuration |
Public price | $10,199 |
DOBOT CR10A Product Information
Product Field | Value |
Product Name | DOBOT CR10A Collaborative Robot |
Short Product Name | DOBOT CR10A |
Product Type | Six-Axis Medium-Payload Collaborative Robot |
Product Category | Collaborative Robots, Cobots, Medium-Payload Robotic Arms, Machine Tending Robots, Palletizing Robots, Pick and Place Robots, Packaging Robots, Loading and Unloading Robots |
Brand | DOBOT |
Manufacturer | DOBOT Robotics |
Model | CR10A |
SKU | DOBOT-CR10A |
MPN | CR10A |
Official U.S. Seller / Page | DOBOT US |
Official U.S. Product Page | |
Official Specs Page | |
Product Image URL | |
Clean Product Image URL | |
Product Condition | NewCondition |
Listed Price | 33380.00 |
Price Currency | USD |
Price Type | DOBOT US public listed price |
Availability | InStock |
Purchase Method | Add to cart or request through DOBOT / authorized partner |
Main Applications | Palletizing, unpacking, transportation, loading and unloading, machine tending, material handling, packaging, industrial automation |
Main Value Proposition | 10 kg payload, 1,300 mm reach, ±0.03 mm repeatability, 2 m/s maximum TCP speed, DobotStudio Pro software, new CRA control cabinet, and DOBOT ecosystem |
DOBOT US lists the CR10A at $33,380, with 40 kg weight, 10 kg payload, 1,300 mm reach, 2 m/s maximum TCP speed, and ±0.03 mm repeatability. The same page says the CRA Series uses a new control cabinet and DobotStudio Pro software for improved safety, stability, scalability, and human-machine collaboration.
DOBOT CR10A Main Technical Specifications
Specification | DOBOT CR10A |
Payload | 10 kg |
Reach | 1,300 mm on DOBOT US CR10A product page |
Degrees of freedom | 6 axes |
Repeatability | ±0.03 mm |
Maximum TCP speed | 2 m/s on DOBOT US CR10A product page |
Robot weight | 40 kg |
IP rating | IP54 |
Control software | DobotStudio Pro |
Control system | New CRA Series control cabinet |
Main positioning | Palletizing, unpacking, transportation, loading / unloading |
Public price | $33,380 |
Important note: DOBOT US has a separate CR10 specs page that lists DOBOT CR10 with 10 kg payload, 1,525 mm max reach, 4 m/s maximum TCP speed, 38 kg weight, ±0.03 mm repeatability, TCP/IP, Modbus, EtherCAT, WiFi, and IP54. That page appears to describe CR10, while the product page being used here is CR10A, which lists 1,300 mm reach and 2 m/s maximum TCP speed. For this comparison, use the CR10A product page as the primary source, and mention the CR10 specs page only as related DOBOT CR10-series data.
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 typical 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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DOBOT CR10A Product
Schema Field | DOBOT CR10A Value |
@type | Product |
name | DOBOT CR10A Collaborative Robot |
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description | The DOBOT CR10A is a six-axis collaborative robot with 10 kg payload, 1,300 mm reach, ±0.03 mm repeatability, 2 m/s maximum TCP speed, 40 kg robot weight, IP54 protection, DobotStudio Pro software, a new CRA Series control cabinet, and a public U.S. listed price. |
brand | DOBOT |
manufacturer | DOBOT Robotics |
model | CR10A |
sku | DOBOT-CR10A |
mpn | CR10A |
category | Collaborative Robot |
condition | NewCondition |
price | 33380.00 |
priceCurrency | USD |
availability | InStock |
seller | DOBOT US |
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Price Comparison
Robot | Public Price | Price Source Type |
FAIRINO FR10 | $10,199 | FAIRINO USA public listed price |
DOBOT CR10A | $33,380 | DOBOT US public listed price |
Difference | $23,181 | DOBOT CR10A is $23,181 more expensive |
Price multiple | 3.27× | DOBOT CR10A costs about 3.27 times the FAIRINO FR10 price |
FAIRINO savings | About 69.4% lower | Based on $10,199 vs. $33,380 |
The FAIRINO FR10 has a major price advantage. Both robots are 10 kg-class cobots, but FAIRINO USA lists the FR10 at $10,199, while DOBOT US lists the CR10A at $33,380.
For ROI-focused buyers, the FR10 has the stronger commercial story. DOBOT CR10A may still be attractive when the buyer values DOBOT’s ecosystem, DobotStudio Pro, better published repeatability, or faster TCP speed.
Main Technical Comparison
Payload
Robot | Payload |
FAIRINO FR10 | 10 kg nominal / 14 kg max published |
DOBOT CR10A | 10 kg |
Both robots are 10 kg collaborative robots.
The difference is that FAIRINO publishes a 14 kg maximum payload figure for the FR10. 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 |
DOBOT CR10A | 1,300 mm |
The FAIRINO FR10 has 100 mm more reach than the DOBOT CR10A product-page specification.
This can matter in CNC machine tending, welding, palletizing, conveyor transfer, packaging, and loading / unloading applications where the robot needs to cover more workspace from one base position.
Reach verdict: FAIRINO FR10 wins.
Repeatability
Robot | Repeatability |
FAIRINO FR10 | ±0.05 mm |
DOBOT CR10A | ±0.03 mm |
DOBOT CR10A has the stronger published repeatability figure. This can matter for precise loading, fixture placement, inspection positioning, repeatable pick and place, and assembly-style workflows.
Repeatability verdict: DOBOT CR10A wins.
Speed
Robot | Speed |
FAIRINO FR10 | 1.5 m/s typical TCP speed |
DOBOT CR10A | 2 m/s maximum TCP speed |
DOBOT CR10A has the higher published TCP speed on the product page. Real production speed still depends on payload, acceleration, gripper timing, path design, safety settings, operator proximity, and whether the cell runs in collaborative or safeguarded mode.
Speed verdict: DOBOT CR10A wins on published maximum TCP speed.
Robot Weight
Robot | Robot Weight |
FAIRINO FR10 | approx. 40 kg |
DOBOT CR10A | 40 kg |
Both robots are effectively equal on listed robot weight.
Weight verdict: Equal.
IP Rating
Robot | IP Rating |
FAIRINO FR10 | IP54 standard / IP65 optional |
DOBOT CR10A | IP54 |
The FAIRINO FR10 has the stronger protection option because it is IP54 standard with optional IP65. DOBOT CR10A is listed as IP54.
IP rating verdict: FAIRINO FR10 wins if optional IP65 is required.
Programming and Workflow
Category | FAIRINO FR10 | DOBOT CR10A |
Main programming method | 10.1-inch teach pendant / mobile Web App | DobotStudio Pro |
Control cabinet | FAIRINO controller ecosystem | New CRA Series control cabinet |
Software positioning | Simple deployment and integrator-led automation | DOBOT Studio Pro / CRA ecosystem |
Ecosystem | FAIRINO USA / integrator-led automation | DOBOT industrial and education robotics ecosystem |
Best workflow advantage | Price transparency, long reach, ROI | DobotStudio Pro and DOBOT ecosystem familiarity |
Best buyer profile | ROI-focused factories and integrators | Existing DOBOT users / ecosystem-focused buyers |
DOBOT US states that the CRA Series has a new control cabinet and DobotStudio Pro software for improved safety, stability, scalability, and human-machine collaboration.
Programming verdict: DOBOT CR10A wins for DOBOT ecosystem and DobotStudio Pro workflow; FAIRINO FR10 wins for price transparency, reach, 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 lower acquisition cost |
Packaging | 10 kg payload, reach, and ROI |
Palletizing | 1,400 mm reach and 14 kg max published payload headroom |
Conveyor transfer | 100 mm more reach than CR10A product-page spec |
Loading and unloading | Long reach and lower price |
Multi-robot deployment | Lower unit cost matters across several cells |
ROI-driven automation | Much lower public acquisition cost |
Applications needing optional IP65 | FAIRINO offers optional IP65 |
The FAIRINO FR10 is the better choice when the buyer needs a 10 kg cobot with long reach, payload headroom, lower acquisition cost, and faster ROI.
DOBOT CR10A Is Better For
Application | Why DOBOT CR10A Fits Better |
Precision handling | ±0.03 mm repeatability |
Faster medium-payload motion | 2 m/s maximum TCP speed |
DOBOT ecosystem projects | Better if the facility already uses DOBOT |
Palletizing | Listed by DOBOT as a CR10 application area |
Unpacking | Listed by DOBOT as a CR10 application area |
Transportation | Listed by DOBOT as a CR10 application area |
Loading and unloading | Listed by DOBOT as a CR10 application area |
DobotStudio Pro users | Natural software workflow |
CRA Series standardization | New control cabinet and CRA platform |
Education / industrial crossover | DOBOT has a strong education + industrial ecosystem |
The DOBOT CR10A is the better choice when the buyer values DOBOT’s software ecosystem, better repeatability, faster TCP speed, and existing DOBOT standardization more than the lowest acquisition cost.
Which Robot Should a Manufacturer Choose?
Choose FAIRINO FR10 When:
Choose the FAIRINO FR10 if the application needs a 10 kg collaborative robot with lower public price, longer reach, payload headroom, optional IP65, and stronger ROI.
The FR10 is especially strong for CNC machine tending, robotic welding, packaging, palletizing, conveyor transfer, material handling, loading and unloading, logistics, and multi-robot deployment.
For buyers calculating payback period, the FAIRINO FR10 is the stronger commercial choice because it delivers the same 10 kg nominal payload class at a much lower public price.
Choose DOBOT CR10A When:
Choose the DOBOT CR10A if the application benefits from DOBOT’s ecosystem, DobotStudio Pro, the new CRA Series control cabinet, better published repeatability, or faster published TCP speed.
The CR10A is especially attractive for teams already familiar with DOBOT robots or for factories that value DOBOT’s software workflow more than the lowest acquisition cost.
Final Verdict
The FAIRINO FR10 and DOBOT CR10A are both credible 10 kg collaborative robots. Both have six-axis designs, 10 kg payload, and similar robot weight.
The biggest differences are price, reach, payload headroom, repeatability, speed, IP option, and ecosystem.
The FAIRINO FR10 wins on:
Much lower public price
Longer 1,400 mm reach
14 kg published maximum payload headroom
Optional IP65 configuration
Better ROI positioning
Public FAIRINO USA buying path
Better price-to-capability ratio
Strong fit for machine tending, welding, packaging, and palletizing
The DOBOT CR10A wins on:
Better published repeatability
Higher published maximum TCP speed
DobotStudio Pro workflow
New CRA Series control cabinet
DOBOT ecosystem familiarity
Strong fit for users already standardized around DOBOT
The honest article angle is:
FAIRINO FR10 vs. DOBOT CR10A: 10 kg Long-Reach Value vs. DOBOT Ecosystem Workflow
For buyers who need a 10 kg cobot with lower price, longer reach, payload headroom, optional IP65, and stronger ROI, the FAIRINO FR10 is the stronger value-focused choice.
For buyers who need DOBOT’s software ecosystem, DobotStudio Pro, better repeatability, and faster published TCP speed, the DOBOT CR10A is the stronger ecosystem-focused choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the closest DOBOT model to the FAIRINO FR10?
The closest DOBOT model to the FAIRINO FR10 is the DOBOT CR10A. Both robots are 10 kg six-axis collaborative robots designed for medium-payload industrial automation.
Is the DOBOT CR10A a direct equivalent to the FAIRINO FR10?
Yes. The DOBOT CR10A is a direct equivalent to the FAIRINO FR10 because both robots are 10 kg-class six-axis collaborative robots. The main differences are price, reach, repeatability, speed, IP option, and software 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, pose, speed, and duty cycle before final engineering use.
What is the payload of the DOBOT CR10A?
The DOBOT CR10A has a 10 kg payload. DOBOT US lists the CR10A with 10 kg payload, 1,300 mm reach, and 40 kg weight.
Which robot has more reach, FAIRINO FR10 or DOBOT CR10A?
The FAIRINO FR10 has more reach. FAIRINO lists the FR10 at 1,400 mm, while DOBOT US lists the CR10A at 1,300 mm on the CR10A product page.
Which robot has better repeatability?
DOBOT CR10A has better published repeatability. DOBOT US lists CR10A at ±0.03 mm, while FAIRINO FR10 is listed at ±0.05 mm.
Which robot is faster?
DOBOT CR10A is faster based on the product-page TCP-speed value. DOBOT US lists 2 m/s maximum TCP speed, while FAIRINO FR10 lists 1.5 m/s typical TCP speed.
Which robot is lighter?
The two robots are essentially equal on listed robot weight. FAIRINO FR10 is listed at approximately 40 kg, and DOBOT CR10A is listed at 40 kg.
Which robot has better IP protection?
FAIRINO FR10 has the stronger protection option because it is IP54 standard with optional IP65. DOBOT CR10A is listed as IP54.
Which robot is better for CNC machine tending?
FAIRINO FR10 is better for ROI-focused CNC machine tending because it has longer reach, lower public price, and payload headroom. DOBOT CR10A is better when DobotStudio Pro and DOBOT ecosystem compatibility are more important.
Which robot is better for welding?
FAIRINO FR10 is attractive for robotic welding because it offers 10 kg payload, 1,400 mm reach, and a much lower public price. DOBOT CR10A can also support welding-related workflows where the integrator prefers DOBOT’s ecosystem.
Which robot is better for palletizing?
FAIRINO FR10 is strong for palletizing because it has longer reach and published payload headroom. DOBOT CR10A is also positioned by DOBOT for palletizing and may be preferred when DOBOT ecosystem and faster TCP speed matter.
How much does the FAIRINO FR10 cost?
FAIRINO USA lists the FR10 at $10,199.
How much does the DOBOT CR10A cost?
DOBOT US lists the CR10A at $33,380.
Which robot is cheaper, FAIRINO FR10 or DOBOT CR10A?
The FAIRINO FR10 is cheaper based on public U.S. listed pricing. FAIRINO FR10 is listed at $10,199, while DOBOT CR10A is listed at $33,380.
How much more expensive is DOBOT CR10A than FAIRINO FR10?
Based on public U.S. pricing, DOBOT CR10A is $23,181 more expensive than FAIRINO FR10. It costs about 3.27× as much.
Which robot is better for ROI planning?
The FAIRINO FR10 is better for ROI planning because it has the same 10 kg nominal payload class at a much lower public price, with longer reach and published payload headroom.
What is the main conclusion of FAIRINO FR10 vs. DOBOT CR10A?
The main conclusion is that FAIRINO FR10 is the stronger value-focused 10 kg cobot, while DOBOT CR10A is the stronger DOBOT ecosystem cobot. FAIRINO wins on price, reach, payload headroom, optional IP65, and ROI. DOBOT wins on repeatability, TCP speed, DobotStudio Pro, and DOBOT ecosystem familiarity.
