FAIRINO FR10 vs. Universal Robots UR10g-1750: 10 kg Cobot Comparison
Updated: Nov 2
10 kg-class collaborative robot comparison • Payload, reach, precision and U.S. pricing
🤖 Overview: The UR10g-1750 from Universal Robots and the FAIRINO FR10 compete in the 10 kg-class cobot segment. The Universal Robots UR10g-1750 offers 8 kg of rated payload, 1,750 mm of reach and ±0.08 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 
Universal Robots UR10g-1750 cobot
⚖️ Quick Verdict: FAIRINO FR10 vs. Universal Robots UR10g-1750
Choose the FAIRINO FR10 when it matches or exceeds the payload, at a published $11,599.
Choose the Universal Robots UR10g-1750 when it offers longer reach.
Validate both with your real gripper, part mass and layout; installed-cell cost and measured cycle time decide ROI.
📊 FAIRINO FR10 vs. UR10g-1750 Specifications
Specification | FAIRINO FR10 | Universal Robots UR10g-1750 |
|---|---|---|
Rated payload | 10 kg | 8 kg |
Maximum payload | 14 kg | See manufacturer datasheet |
Reach | 1,400 mm | 1,750 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.08 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Arm weight | ≈40 kg | 44.7 kg |
IP rating | IP54 / IP65 optional | IP65 |
TCP speed | 1.5 m/s typical | 5 m/s maximum |
Public price | $11,599 (FAIRINO USA) | Quote only (not published) |
🏋️ 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 a 2–4 kg 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. 1,750 mm
Universal Robots UR10g-1750 reaches 350 mm (about 25%) 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
FAIRINO FR10 publishes the tighter repeatability (±0.05 mm vs. ±0.08 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 Universal Robots UR10g-1750 is published at IP65. 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; Universal Robots UR10g-1750 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 Universal Robots UR10g-1750 is sold by quote, with no public list price. 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 Universal Robots UR10g-1750 brings longer reach, and the Universal Robots 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 Universal Robots UR10g-1750?
FAIRINO FR10 has the higher rated payload: 10 kg for the FAIRINO FR10 vs. 8 kg for the Universal Robots UR10g-1750.
Which robot has the longer reach?
Universal Robots UR10g-1750 reaches 350 mm further (1,400 mm vs. 1,750 mm).
Which robot is more repeatable?
FAIRINO FR10 publishes the tighter repeatability: ±0.05 mm vs. ±0.08 mm.
How much do the FAIRINO FR10 and Universal Robots UR10g-1750 cost?
FAIRINO USA lists the FAIRINO FR10 at $11,599. The Universal Robots UR10g-1750 is sold by quote; no public list price is published.
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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