FAIRINO FR10 vs. KUKA LBR iisy 8 R930: 10 kg Cobot Comparison
Updated: Nov 2
10 kg-class collaborative robot comparison • Payload, reach, precision and U.S. pricing
🤖 Overview: The KUKA LBR iisy 8 from KUKA and the FAIRINO FR10 are both shortlisted for 10 kg-class automation cells. The KUKA LBR iisy 8 R930 offers 8 kg of rated payload, 930 mm of reach and ±0.05 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.
FAIRINO FR10 10 kg-class cobot 
KUKA LBR iisy 8 R930 cobot
⚖️ Quick Verdict: FAIRINO FR10 vs. KUKA LBR iisy 8 R930
Choose the FAIRINO FR10 when it matches or exceeds the payload and reaches further, at a published $11,599.
Choose the KUKA LBR iisy 8 R930 when it fits an existing KUKA ecosystem, at €28,795 excl. VAT (Unchained Robotics).
Validate both with your real gripper, part mass and layout; installed-cell cost and measured cycle time decide ROI.
📊 FAIRINO FR10 vs. KUKA LBR iisy 8 Specifications
Specification | FAIRINO FR10 | KUKA LBR iisy 8 R930 |
|---|---|---|
Rated payload | 10 kg | 8 kg |
Maximum payload | 14 kg | See manufacturer datasheet |
Reach | 1,400 mm | 930 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.05 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Arm weight | ≈40 kg | 43.2 kg |
IP rating | IP54 / IP65 optional | IP54 |
TCP speed | 1.5 m/s typical | See manufacturer datasheet |
Public price | $11,599 (FAIRINO USA) | €28,795 excl. VAT (Unchained Robotics) |
🏋️ Payload: 10 kg vs. 8 kg
FAIRINO FR10 carries 2 kg more rated payload. In practice, payload includes the gripper, adapter plate, sensors and cabling, so the tool consumes a large share of either rating. Ask both suppliers for the payload curve at your tool offset and orientation.
📏 Reach: 1,400 mm vs. 930 mm
FAIRINO FR10 reaches 470 mm (about 51%) 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
Both publish ±0.05 mm, which is sufficient for most handling and assembly tasks.
🛡️ Environment and Safety
The FAIRINO FR10 is offered with IP54 protection and an IP65 option, while the KUKA LBR iisy 8 R930 is published at IP54. 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; FAIRINO FR10 has the longer envelope.
Pick-and-place and packaging: check gripper plus part mass against the 8 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 KUKA LBR iisy 8 R930 is listed €28,795 excl. VAT (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 KUKA LBR iisy 8 R930 brings the KUKA 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 KUKA LBR iisy 8 R930?
FAIRINO FR10 has the higher rated payload: 10 kg for the FAIRINO FR10 vs. 8 kg for the KUKA LBR iisy 8 R930.
Which robot has the longer reach?
FAIRINO FR10 reaches 470 mm further (1,400 mm vs. 930 mm).
Which robot is more repeatable?
Both publish ±0.05 mm.
How much do the FAIRINO FR10 and KUKA LBR iisy 8 R930 cost?
FAIRINO USA lists the FAIRINO FR10 at $11,599. The KUKA LBR iisy 8 R930 is listed €28,795 excl. VAT (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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