FAIRINO FR10 vs. FANUC CRX-10iA/L: Which 10 kg Collaborative Robot Offers Better Value
- FAIRINO USA
- 13 hours ago
- 11 min read
This is a much better match than the standard CRX-10iA because the FR10 has a long 1,400 mm reach, while the standard CRX-10iA has a shorter 1,249 mm reach. The CRX-10iA/L has a 10 kg payload and 1,418 mm reach, making it almost a one-to-one reach-and-payload comparison with the FR10.
Specification | FAIRINO FR10 | FANUC CRX-10iA/L |
Payload | 10 kg nominal / 14 kg max published | 10 kg |
Reach | 1,400 mm | 1,418 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | up to ±0.05 mm |
Robot weight | approx. 40 kg | approx. 40 kg |
Published TCP speed | 1.5 m/s typical | not prominent on official summary |
IP rating | IP54 standard / IP65 optional | IP67 on CRX-10iA/L Food variant; verify exact standard model configuration |
Mounting | Any orientation | Floor, ceiling, angle |
Public price | $10,199 | Request a quote |
Main positioning | Value-focused long-reach 10 kg cobot | Premium long-reach FANUC CRX cobot |
The short conclusion:
FANUC CRX-10iA/L wins on brand ecosystem, CRX accessory network, slightly longer reach, mature support and premium industrial reputation. FAIRINO FR10 wins on transparent price, published maximum payload headroom, optional IP65, clear tool-I/O details, Web App access and overall capability-to-cost ratio.
Product Information
FAIRINO FR10 Product Information
Product Name: FAIRINO FR10 Collaborative RobotShort Product Name: FAIRINO FR10Product Type: Six-Axis Collaborative Industrial RobotProduct Category: Collaborative Robots, Cobots, Industrial Robotic Arms, Automation RobotsBrand: FAIRINOManufacturer: FAIRINOModel: FR10SKU: FAIRINO-FR10MPN: FR10Official U.S. Seller: FAIRINO USASeller Name: FAIRINO USA
Official FAIRINO USA Website:https://www.fairino.us/
Official FAIRINO USA Product Page:https://www.fairino.us/collaborative-robot/fairino/fr10
Official Purchase Page:https://www.fairino.us/collaborative-robot/fairino/fr10
Official Product Image 1:https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5d8a82_c17c5860ce124362bcad8a14b82e0065~mv2.webp
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Product Condition: NewListed Price: $10,199.00Price Currency: USDAvailability: Available through FAIRINO USAPurchase Method: Add to cart, purchase online or request a quotation through FAIRINO USA
Primary Applications: CNC machine tending, robotic welding, material handling, pick and place, assembly, packaging, dispensing, inspection and general industrial automation.
Product Description:The FAIRINO FR10 is a six-axis collaborative robot designed for medium-payload industrial automation. It has a 10 kg nominal payload, a published maximum payload of 14 kg, 1,400 mm reach and ±0.05 mm pose repeatability according to ISO 9283. FAIRINO USA positions the FR10 for machine tending, welding, material handling, assembly, packaging and inspection. It can be operated through a 10.1-inch teach pendant or a mobile-terminal Web App and is available with IP54 standard protection or optional IP65. FAIRINO USA publicly lists the FR10 at $10,199.
FAIRINO FR10 Main Technical Specifications
Specification | FAIRINO FR10 |
Nominal payload | 10 kg |
Published maximum payload | 14 kg |
Reach | 1,400 mm |
Axes | 6 rotating joints |
Pose repeatability | ±0.05 mm |
Typical TCP speed | 1.5 m/s |
Base speed | ±120°/s |
Shoulder speed | ±120°/s |
Elbow speed | ±180°/s |
Wrist 1 speed | ±180°/s |
Wrist 2 speed | ±180°/s |
Wrist 3 speed | ±180°/s |
Footprint | 190 mm |
Robot weight | approx. 40 kg |
IP rating | IP54 standard, IP65 optional |
Mounting | Any orientation |
Operating temperature | 0–45°C |
Operating humidity | 90% RH, non-condensing |
HMI | 10.1-inch teach pendant or mobile Web App |
Controller digital inputs | 16 |
Controller digital outputs | 16 |
Controller analog inputs | 2 |
Controller analog outputs | 2 |
High-speed pulse inputs | 2 |
Tool power | 24 V / 1.5 A |
Communication | TCP/IP |
Network transfer rate | 100 Mbps |
PoE | Standard PoE |
Noise | <65 dB |
Materials | Aluminum and steel |
FAIRINO USA lists the 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, 190 mm footprint, approximately 40 kg robot-arm weight, IP54 standard protection and optional IP65.
FANUC CRX-10iA/L Product Information
Product Name: FANUC CRX-10iA/L Collaborative RobotShort Product Name: FANUC CRX-10iA/LProduct Type: Six-Axis Long-Reach Collaborative RobotProduct Category: Collaborative Robots, Cobots, Long-Reach Industrial Robotic Arms, Factory Automation RobotsBrand: FANUCManufacturer: FANUC Corporation / FANUC America CorporationModel: CRX-10iA/LSKU: FANUC-CRX-10IALMPN: CRX-10iA/L
Official FANUC America Product Page:https://crx.fanucamerica.com/crx-10ia-l
Official FANUC Europe Product Page:https://www.fanuc.eu/eu-en/product/robot/crx-10ial
Product Condition: NewPrice: Request a quotePrice Currency: Not publicly specifiedAvailability: Available through FANUC and authorized FANUC integratorsPurchase Method: Request a quote or contact FANUC / an authorized FANUC automation partner
Primary Applications: Machine tending, picking and packing, dispensing, welding, inspection, material handling, load/unload and general long-reach collaborative automation.
Product Description:The FANUC CRX-10iA/L is a six-axis long-reach collaborative robot in FANUC’s CRX series. It has a 10 kg payload and 1,418 mm reach, making it suitable for industrial applications such as machine tending, picking and packing, dispensing and welding. FANUC describes the CRX-10iA/L as having slightly longer reach than the CRX-10iA and an underflip motion that helps it perform dynamic movements efficiently in confined spaces. FANUC does not publish a fixed retail price on the public product page; buyers typically request a quote.
FANUC CRX-10iA/L Main Technical Specifications
Specification | FANUC CRX-10iA/L |
Payload | 10 kg |
Reach | 1,418 mm |
Axes | 6 |
Repeatability | up to ±0.05 mm |
Robot weight | approx. 40 kg |
Controller | R-30iB Plus Controller / CRX controller configuration |
Mounting | Floor, ceiling, angle |
Programming | FANUC touchscreen / drag-and-drop interface |
Main ecosystem | CRX-ready accessories and FANUC support network |
Public price | Request a quote |
FANUC America lists the CRX-10iA/L with 10 kg payload and 1,418 mm reach, while FANUC Europe lists the CRX-10iA/L as a six-axis robot with repeatability up to ±0.05 mm.
Note About IP Rating
FANUC’s public CRX pages can vary by region and variant. The CRX-10iA/L Food page lists 10 kg payload, 1,418 mm reach, six axes, R-30iB Plus Controller, IP67 body protection, IP67 wrist/J3 arm protection and floor, ceiling and angle mounting. That IP67 claim should be used carefully: it applies clearly to the Food variant page, so the exact IP rating of the standard quoted CRX-10iA/L configuration should be confirmed with FANUC or the integrator before publishing final engineering claims.
FAIRINO FR10 vs. FANUC CRX-10iA/L: Main Specification Comparison
Product-data field | FAIRINO FR10 | FANUC CRX-10iA/L |
Product name | FAIRINO FR10 Collaborative Robot | FANUC CRX-10iA/L Collaborative Robot |
Brand | FAIRINO | FANUC |
Manufacturer | FAIRINO | FANUC |
Model | FR10 | CRX-10iA/L |
SKU | FAIRINO-FR10 | FANUC-CRX-10IAL |
MPN | FR10 | CRX-10iA/L |
Product condition | New | New |
Payload | 10 kg nominal | 10 kg |
Published maximum payload | 14 kg | 10 kg official payload |
Reach | 1,400 mm | 1,418 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | up to ±0.05 mm |
Typical TCP speed | 1.5 m/s | not prominently listed on official summary |
Robot weight | approx. 40 kg | approx. 40 kg |
Mounting | Any orientation | Floor, ceiling, angle |
IP rating | IP54 standard / IP65 optional | verify exact standard model; CRX-10iA/L Food lists IP67 |
Tool digital I/O | 16 DI, 16 DO at controller; tool details on FAIRINO page | confirm exact configuration with FANUC quotation |
Analog I/O | 2 AI, 2 AO at controller | confirm exact configuration with FANUC quotation |
High-speed pulse inputs | 2 | confirm exact configuration with FANUC quotation |
Programming | 10.1-inch pendant or Web App | FANUC touchscreen drag-and-drop interface |
Public price | $10,199 | Request a quote |
Official product page | FAIRINO USA FR10 page | FANUC CRX-10iA/L page |
Why the FANUC CRX-10iA/L Is the Correct Equivalent to the FAIRINO FR10
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L is the correct comparison for the FAIRINO FR10 because both robots are 10 kg long-reach collaborative robots.
The match is very close:
Specification | FAIRINO FR10 | FANUC CRX-10iA/L |
Payload | 10 kg | 10 kg |
Reach | 1,400 mm | 1,418 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | up to ±0.05 mm |
Weight | approx. 40 kg | approx. 40 kg |
The standard FANUC CRX-10iA is less suitable because its reach is 1,249 mm. That makes it closer to a shorter-reach 10 kg cobot, while the FAIRINO FR10 is clearly a 1.4-meter-reach robot.
1. Payload Capacity
Both robots belong to the 10 kg payload class.
The FAIRINO FR10 has a nominal payload of 10 kg and a published maximum payload of 14 kg. The 14 kg figure should not be treated as an unrestricted continuous-duty rating without validating load center, tool mass, robot pose, speed and duty cycle.
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L has an official payload of 10 kg. FANUC positions it for applications such as machine tending, picking and packing, dispensing and welding.
Payload must include:
Gripper
Tool changer
Camera
Force sensor
Welding torch
Cable brackets
Adapter plate
Workpiece
For example, a 7 kg part with a 2 kg gripper and 1 kg adapter already reaches the full 10 kg nominal payload.
Payload Verdict
The robots are equal at the standard 10 kg payload.
The FAIRINO FR10 has a published 14 kg maximum, but this should be validated for the exact application.
2. Reach and Working Envelope
The FAIRINO FR10 has 1,400 mm reach.
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L has 1,418 mm reach.
That gives FANUC an additional 18 mm of reach, which is only about 1.3% more than the FR10.
In practical terms, these robots are effectively in the same reach class.
The CRX-10iA/L’s underflip motion may help it perform dynamic movements in relatively confined spaces, according to FANUC America.
The FR10’s 1,400 mm reach is also highly practical for:
CNC machine tending
Welding fixtures
Conveyor loading
Packaging stations
Material handling
Dual-station layouts
Reach Verdict
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L has a very small numerical reach advantage.
In real cell design, the difference is unlikely to matter unless the layout is extremely tight. Both robots should be treated as long-reach 10 kg cobots.
3. Repeatability and Precision
The FAIRINO FR10 is specified at ±0.05 mm repeatability.
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L is also described by FANUC as having repeatability up to ±0.05 mm.
This makes the two robots equal on headline repeatability.
Repeatability matters in:
Machine tending
Inspection positioning
Welding-path consistency
Packaging
Part placement
Screwdriving
Dispensing
Assembly
Real-world accuracy also depends on tooling, fixtures, TCP calibration, gripper compliance and part variation.
Repeatability Verdict
The robots are equal on published repeatability.
Neither robot wins on repeatability alone.
4. Robot Weight and Installation
The FAIRINO FR10 weighs approximately 40 kg.
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L is also commonly listed around 40 kg in published CRX-10iA/L specifications. The official FANUC America page focuses on payload and reach in the visible product summary, while third-party product listings commonly show 40 kg. Use FANUC’s current quotation or datasheet for final engineering documentation.
The FR10 can be mounted in any orientation.
The CRX-10iA/L Food page lists floor, ceiling and angle mounting. This is a strong indication of flexible CRX-10iA/L-family mounting, but the exact quoted model should be verified.
Installation Verdict
The robots are roughly equal in weight and mounting flexibility.
FAIRINO gives a broad “any orientation” statement on the FR10 page. FANUC gives strong mounting options across the CRX-10iA/L family.
5. Speed and Cycle-Time Potential
The FAIRINO FR10 has a published typical TCP speed of 1.5 m/s.
FANUC’s public CRX-10iA/L page does not prominently list TCP speed in the main public summary. Because of that, it is better not to claim a FANUC speed advantage unless a specific datasheet or quote confirms it.
Cycle time depends on:
Payload
Center of gravity
Path length
Acceleration
Deceleration
Safety settings
Robot pose
Gripper timing
Machine response
Operator proximity
The FR10’s visible 1.5 m/s TCP speed is useful for comparison because it gives buyers a published baseline.
Speed Verdict
The FAIRINO FR10 wins on visible published TCP-speed transparency.
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L may perform very well in real applications, but the official summary surfaced here does not provide the same clear headline speed figure.
6. Programming and Ease of Use
The FAIRINO FR10 supports:
10.1-inch teach pendant
Mobile-terminal Web App
TCP/IP communication
Graphical programming
Drag teaching
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L uses FANUC’s CRX programming ecosystem, including touchscreen drag-and-drop programming. FANUC positions CRX robots as easy-to-use collaborative robots suitable for manufacturers with limited robotics experience.
The difference is strategic:
FAIRINO emphasizes accessible Web App control and cost-focused integration.
FANUC emphasizes an established industrial robot ecosystem, touchscreen programming and broad integrator support.
Programming Verdict
FANUC wins on mature ecosystem and brand-proven software.
FAIRINO wins on Web App flexibility and lower-cost deployment.
7. Tool I/O and Integration
The FAIRINO FR10 page clearly publishes:
16 controller digital inputs
16 controller digital outputs
2 controller analog inputs
2 controller analog outputs
2 high-speed pulse inputs
24 V / 1.5 A tool power
TCP/IP communication
PoE support
This is helpful for engineering planning and comparison content.
FANUC’s public CRX-10iA/L page does not expose the same level of visible tool-I/O detail in the main product summary. FANUC may support many integrations through the R-30iB Plus controller and CRX ecosystem, but exact tool I/O, controller I/O and accessory configuration should be confirmed in the quote or technical manual.
Tool-I/O Verdict
The FAIRINO FR10 wins on visible published I/O detail.
FANUC may offer broader ecosystem accessory support, but FAIRINO provides clearer article-ready technical data.
8. Environmental Protection
The FAIRINO FR10 is IP54 as standard and IP65 optional.
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L Food variant page lists IP67 body and IP67 wrist/J3 arm protection. However, because this is a Food variant page, it is safer to say that the exact IP rating should be confirmed for the standard CRX-10iA/L model being quoted.
IP Verdict
FAIRINO has the clearer published standard/optional configuration for the FR10 page.
FANUC may have stronger protection in certain CRX-10iA/L variants, especially the Food variant, but the exact model configuration must be verified.
9. Applications
FAIRINO FR10 Best-Fit Applications
The FR10 is especially suitable for:
CNC machine tending
Robotic welding
Material handling
Pick and place
Assembly
Packaging
Dispensing
Inspection
General 10 kg industrial automation
Its main strengths are long reach, transparent price, Web App programming and published tool-interface details.
FANUC CRX-10iA/L Best-Fit Applications
The CRX-10iA/L is especially suitable for:
Machine tending
Picking and packing
Dispensing
Welding
Material handling
Load/unload
Inspection
Long-reach collaborative automation
FANUC specifically names machine tending, picking and packing, dispensing and welding for the CRX-10iA/L.
10. Price and ROI
FAIRINO USA lists the FR10 at $10,199.
FANUC does not publish a fixed CRX-10iA/L retail price on the public product page. Buyers typically request a quote from FANUC or an authorized integrator.
A complete 10 kg cobot project may include:
Cost category | Examples |
Robot package | Arm, controller, pendant, cables |
End effector | Gripper, vacuum tool, welding torch, dispenser |
Fixtures | Trays, nests, clamps, machine interfaces |
Safety | Risk assessment, scanners, guarding, interlocks |
Integration | Programming, electrical work, commissioning |
Vision | Camera, lighting, calibration |
Training | Operator and maintenance training |
Support | Spare parts, remote support, service |
Installation | Freight, pedestal, wiring, mounting |
FANUC may justify a higher price through ecosystem depth, brand trust, long-term support and CRX-ready accessories.
FAIRINO may deliver stronger ROI when the buyer does not need FANUC’s premium ecosystem and wants a lower, transparent initial investment.
Price Verdict
The FAIRINO FR10 wins clearly on price transparency.
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L may justify a higher total cost when FANUC support, standardization and integrator ecosystem reduce risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the closest FANUC CRX equivalent to the FAIRINO FR10?
The closest FANUC CRX equivalent to the FAIRINO FR10 is the FANUC CRX-10iA/L. Both robots have a 10 kg payload and approximately 1.4 meters of reach. The FR10 reaches 1,400 mm, while the CRX-10iA/L reaches 1,418 mm.
Is the standard FANUC CRX-10iA the correct equivalent to the FAIRINO FR10?
The standard FANUC CRX-10iA is less accurate because it has a 1,249 mm reach. The CRX-10iA/L is the better equivalent because it has 1,418 mm reach, much closer to the FR10’s 1,400 mm.
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.
What is the payload of the FANUC CRX-10iA/L?
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L has a 10 kg payload.
Which robot has more reach, the FAIRINO FR10 or FANUC CRX-10iA/L?
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L has slightly more reach. It reaches 1,418 mm, while the FAIRINO FR10 reaches 1,400 mm.
Which robot has better repeatability?
The robots are equal on published repeatability class. FAIRINO lists the FR10 at ±0.05 mm, and FANUC lists the CRX-10iA/L at up to ±0.05 mm.
How much does the FAIRINO FR10 cost?
FAIRINO USA lists the FR10 at $10,199.
How much does the FANUC CRX-10iA/L cost?
FANUC does not publish a fixed public retail price for the CRX-10iA/L on the official product page. Buyers typically request a quote from FANUC or an authorized integrator.
Which robot is better for machine tending?
Both robots are suitable for machine tending. The FANUC CRX-10iA/L has FANUC’s mature ecosystem and slightly more reach. The FAIRINO FR10 has transparent pricing, clear I/O details and a strong capability-to-cost ratio.
Which robot is better for welding?
Both robots are suitable for welding-related automation. FANUC specifically lists welding as a CRX-10iA/L application, while the FAIRINO FR10 has the reach, payload and price profile to support cost-effective welding cells.
Which robot is better for picking and packing?
Both robots can handle picking and packing. FANUC explicitly lists picking and packing for the CRX-10iA/L, while the FAIRINO FR10 offers similar payload and reach with a public U.S. price.
Which robot has better IP protection?
FAIRINO clearly lists the FR10 as IP54 standard with IP65 optional. FANUC’s CRX-10iA/L Food variant lists IP67 body and wrist/J3 arm protection, but the exact IP rating of the standard CRX-10iA/L configuration should be verified before publishing final claims.
Which robot has better software?
FANUC has the more mature industrial ecosystem and touchscreen drag-and-drop programming. FAIRINO offers mobile Web App programming and a more cost-focused deployment model.
Which robot offers better value for money?
The FAIRINO FR10 is likely to offer better value for buyers who need a 10 kg long-reach cobot with public pricing, clear specifications and strong ROI. The FANUC CRX-10iA/L may offer better value when FANUC support, ecosystem standardization and long-term reliability justify a higher investment.
