FAIRINO FR16 vs. Hanwha HCR-12A: 16 kg Cobot Value vs. Korean Industrial Cobot Engineering
The FAIRINO FR16 and Hanwha HCR-12A are both medium-to-heavy payload collaborative robots, but they are not an exact payload match. The FAIRINO FR16 is a 16 kg cobot, while the Hanwha HCR-12A is a 12 kg cobot. The comparison is still useful because both robots target heavier automation tasks such as machine tending, automotive, metal processing, logistics, packaging, material handling, loading and unloading, and repetitive industrial workflows.
The FAIRINO FR16 is a value-focused 6-axis cobot with 16 kg payload, 20 kg max published payload, 1,034 mm reach, ±0.03 mm repeatability, 2 m/s typical TCP speed, IP54 / IP65 optional protection, ≈40 kg robot weight, and a public U.S. listed price of $11,699. FAIRINO USA lists the FR16 price, payload, reach, repeatability, and application positioning directly on the product page.
The Hanwha HCR-12A is a Korean 6-axis collaborative robot with 12 kg payload, 1,300 mm reach, ±0.07 mm repeatability, 1 m/s linear speed, 53 kg robot weight, IP54 robot-body rating, 220 × 227 mm footprint, and floor / wall / ceiling mounting. Hanwha’s official product page says the HCR-12A is designed for industries such as automotive, metal processing, and logistics where heavy-load tasks are common.
For price, this comparison uses a real public reseller price: Radwell lists the Hanwha HCR-12A New Product at $36,300. Radwell also lists lower condition-based options, but the clean new-product comparison price is $36,300.
Main Comparison Table
Specification | FAIRINO FR16 | Hanwha HCR-12A |
Robot type | Six-axis collaborative robot | Six-axis collaborative robot |
Payload | 16 kg nominal / 20 kg max published | 12 kg |
Reach | 1,034 mm | 1,300 mm |
Axes / DOF | 6 rotating joints | 6 DOF |
Repeatability | ±0.03 mm | ±0.07 mm |
Linear / TCP speed | 2 m/s typical TCP speed | 1 m/s linear speed |
Robot weight | ≈40 kg | 53 kg |
IP rating | IP54 / IP65 optional | IP54 |
Footprint | 190 mm | 220 × 227 mm |
Mounting | Any orientation | Floor, wall max 30°, ceiling |
Public price | $11,699 | $36,300 |
Price type | FAIRINO USA public listed price | Radwell public new-product reseller price |
Best fit | Higher-payload ROI-focused automation | Longer-reach Korean industrial cobot platform |
Product Information
FAIRINO FR16 Product Information
Product Field | Value |
Product Name | FAIRINO FR16 Collaborative Robot |
Brand | FAIRINO |
Manufacturer | FAIRINO |
Model | FR16 |
SKU | FAIRINO-FR16 |
MPN | FR16 |
Product Type | Six-Axis Collaborative Robot |
Category | Collaborative Robot |
Payload | 16 kg nominal / 20 kg max published |
Reach | 1,034 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.03 mm |
TCP Speed | 2 m/s typical TCP speed |
IP Rating | IP54 / IP65 optional |
Robot Weight | approx. 40 kg |
Footprint | 190 mm |
Price | $11,699 |
Price Currency | USD |
Seller | FAIRINO USA |
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FAIRINO USA lists the FR16 at $11,699, with 16 kg payload, 1,034 mm reach, and ±0.03 mm repeatability. FAIRINO’s technical page also lists 16 kg payload / 20 kg max, 6 rotating joints, 2 m/s typical TCP speed, IP54 / IP65 optional, 190 mm footprint, and ≈40 kg weight.
Hanwha HCR-12A Product Information
Product Field | Value |
Product Name | Hanwha HCR-12A Collaborative Robot |
Brand | Hanwha Robotics |
Manufacturer | Hanwha Robotics |
Model | HCR-12A |
SKU | HANWHA-HCR-12A |
MPN | HCR-12A |
Product Type | Six-Axis Collaborative Robot |
Category | Collaborative Robot |
Payload | 12 kg |
Reach | 1,300 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.07 mm |
Linear Speed | 1 m/s |
Degrees of Freedom | 6 |
IP Rating | IP54 |
Robot Weight | 53 kg |
Footprint | 220 × 227 mm |
Mounting | Floor, wall max 30°, ceiling |
Public New Product Price | $36,300 |
Price Currency | USD |
Price Type | Public Radwell new-product reseller price, not official Hanwha MSRP |
Seller | Radwell |
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Hanwha’s official HCR-12A page lists 12 kg payload, 1,300 mm reach, 53 kg weight, ±0.07 mm repeatability, 1 m/s linear speed, IP54, 220 × 227 mm footprint, and floor / wall / ceiling mounting.
Price Comparison
Robot | Public Price | Price Source Type |
FAIRINO FR16 | $11,699 | FAIRINO USA public listed price |
Hanwha HCR-12A | $36,300 | Radwell public new-product reseller price |
Difference | $24,601 | Hanwha reseller price is about 3.10× higher |
Price conclusion | FAIRINO wins clearly | Hanwha is premium / reseller-priced |
The price gap is a major commercial point. FAIRINO FR16 is publicly listed at $11,699, while Radwell lists Hanwha HCR-12A New Product at $36,300. Radwell also lists lower condition-based alternatives: $27,588 for never-used original packaging, $23,958 for never-used Radwell packaging, and $21,780 refurbished, but the clean new-product comparison price is $36,300.
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Hanwha HCR-12A official MSRP was not found. This comparison uses Radwell’s public new-product reseller price of $36,300. Final pricing may vary by distributor, product condition, warranty, availability, shipping, taxes, support, and integration package.
Main Technical Comparison
Payload
Robot | Payload |
FAIRINO FR16 | 16 kg nominal / 20 kg max published |
Hanwha HCR-12A | 12 kg |
FAIRINO FR16 wins clearly on payload. It provides a 16 kg nominal payload and 20 kg max published payload, while Hanwha HCR-12A provides 12 kg payload. For heavy pick and place, machine tending, metal parts, larger end effectors, and higher tooling weight, FAIRINO has the stronger payload story.
Payload verdict: FAIRINO FR16 wins.
Reach
Robot | Reach |
FAIRINO FR16 | 1,034 mm |
Hanwha HCR-12A | 1,300 mm |
Hanwha HCR-12A wins on reach. It offers 1,300 mm, compared with 1,034 mm for FAIRINO FR16. That 266 mm reach advantage can matter in machine tending, logistics, conveyor transfer, metal processing, and applications where the robot needs to cover a wider work area.
Reach verdict: Hanwha HCR-12A wins.
Repeatability
Robot | Repeatability |
FAIRINO FR16 | ±0.03 mm |
Hanwha HCR-12A | ±0.07 mm |
FAIRINO FR16 has the stronger published repeatability value. FAIRINO lists ±0.03 mm, while Hanwha’s official HCR-12A page lists ±0.07 mm.
Repeatability verdict: FAIRINO FR16 wins.
Speed
Robot | Speed |
FAIRINO FR16 | 2 m/s typical TCP speed |
Hanwha HCR-12A | 1 m/s linear speed |
FAIRINO FR16 has the stronger published speed figure. FAIRINO lists 2 m/s typical TCP speed, while Hanwha lists 1 m/s linear speed for the HCR-12A.
Speed verdict: FAIRINO FR16 wins.
Robot Weight
Robot | Robot Weight |
FAIRINO FR16 | approx. 40 kg |
Hanwha HCR-12A | 53 kg |
FAIRINO FR16 is lighter. The difference is approximately 13 kg, which can matter for pedestal design, machine-side mounting, reconfigurable workstations, and installation labor.
Weight verdict: FAIRINO FR16 wins.
IP Rating
Robot | IP Rating |
FAIRINO FR16 | IP54 / IP65 optional |
Hanwha HCR-12A | IP54 |
Both robots list IP54 as the standard robot-body protection level, but FAIRINO has an advantage because it offers IP65 optional on the FR16.
IP rating verdict: FAIRINO FR16 wins if optional IP65 is selected; otherwise both are IP54 standard.
Controller and Integration
Category | FAIRINO FR16 | Hanwha HCR-12A |
Controller ecosystem | FAIRINO controller | Hanwha HCR ecosystem |
HMI | 10.1-inch teach pendant or mobile Web App | Hanwha teach / control ecosystem |
Communication | I/O, TCP/IP, Modbus TCP / RTU | TCP/IP, Modbus TCP |
Tool I/O | DI / DO / AI / AO tool I/O | M8 tool I/O, digital in/out, analog in, EtherCAT connector |
Mounting | Any orientation | Floor, wall max 30°, ceiling |
Best workflow advantage | Higher payload, lower cost, ROI | Longer reach, Korean HCR platform, industrial fit for automotive / metal / logistics |
Hanwha’s official HCR-12A page lists communication protocols including TCP/IP and Modbus TCP, plus internal I/O ports and tool I/O details. FAIRINO’s technical page lists I/O, TCP/IP, and Modbus TCP / RTU.
Workflow verdict: Hanwha wins on longer reach and HCR platform positioning; FAIRINO wins on payload, price, speed, weight, and ROI.
Application Fit
FAIRINO FR16 Is Better For
Application | Why FR16 Fits Better |
Cost-sensitive medium/heavy automation | Public $11,699 price supports fast ROI |
Heavy pick and place | 16 kg nominal / 20 kg max published payload |
Machine tending | Higher payload and lower acquisition cost |
Palletizing | Higher payload and stronger payload headroom |
Packaging | Better payload-to-price value |
Loading and unloading | More payload and lower robot weight |
Assembly with heavier tooling | 20 kg max published payload headroom |
Sanding / deburring | FAIRINO positions FR16 for these tasks |
Multi-robot deployment | Lower unit cost matters across several cells |
ROI-driven automation | Clear public price enables payback calculation |
FAIRINO FR16 is the stronger choice when the buyer needs higher payload, lower public price, better repeatability, faster speed, lower robot weight, and stronger ROI transparency.
Hanwha HCR-12A Is Better For
Application | Why HCR-12A Fits Better |
Longer-reach handling | 1,300 mm reach |
Automotive applications | Hanwha positions HCR-12A for automotive industries |
Metal processing | Hanwha mentions metal processing applications |
Logistics | Hanwha mentions logistics and heavy-load tasks |
Medium-payload machine tending | 12 kg payload and 1,300 mm reach |
Conveyor transfer | Longer reach can help cover wider work areas |
Applications where reach matters more than payload | 1,300 mm vs. 1,034 mm |
Korean industrial automation projects | Hanwha Robotics ecosystem |
Buyers preferring Hanwha platform | HCR product family and Korean brand positioning |
Medium payload with long arm span | 12 kg class with 1,300 mm reach |
Hanwha HCR-12A is the stronger choice when the buyer values longer reach, Hanwha’s Korean robotics ecosystem, and automotive / metal / logistics positioning more than maximum payload or acquisition cost.
Which Robot Should a Manufacturer Choose?
Choose FAIRINO FR16 When:
Choose the FAIRINO FR16 if the application needs a medium/heavy-payload collaborative robot with low public pricing, high payload headroom, better repeatability, faster TCP speed, lower robot weight, and a clear ROI story.
The FR16 is especially strong for palletizing, CNC / machine tending, heavy pick and place, packaging, loading and unloading, screwdriving, dispensing, sanding / deburring, assembly, inspection, and multi-robot deployment.
The strongest commercial point is simple:
FAIRINO FR16: $11,699 public price.Hanwha HCR-12A: $36,300 public new-product reseller price.
Choose Hanwha HCR-12A When:
Choose the Hanwha HCR-12A if the application needs a 12 kg collaborative robot with longer reach, Korean industrial robotics engineering, and strong fit for automotive, metal processing, logistics, and medium-payload production environments.
The HCR-12A is especially attractive when 1,300 mm reach matters more than payload, speed, repeatability, or acquisition cost.
Final Verdict
The FAIRINO FR16 and Hanwha HCR-12A are both credible collaborative robots, but they solve different buying problems.
The FAIRINO FR16 wins on:
Public price transparency
Much lower acquisition cost
Higher payload: 16 kg vs. 12 kg
Published 20 kg max payload headroom
Better repeatability: ±0.03 mm vs. ±0.07 mm
Faster speed: 2 m/s vs. 1 m/s
Lower robot weight: ≈40 kg vs. 53 kg
Optional IP65
Stronger ROI positioning
The Hanwha HCR-12A wins on:
Longer reach: 1,300 mm vs. 1,034 mm
Korean industrial robotics brand positioning
HCR ecosystem
Automotive, metal processing, and logistics positioning
Medium-payload long-reach use cases
For buyers who need a lower-cost cobot with more payload, better repeatability, faster speed, and stronger ROI, the FAIRINO FR16 is the stronger value-focused choice.
For buyers who need longer reach, Hanwha’s Korean robotics ecosystem, and medium-payload automation for automotive, metal processing, or logistics, the Hanwha HCR-12A is the stronger long-reach platform choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the closest Hanwha model to the FAIRINO FR16?
The closest Hanwha comparison to FAIRINO FR16 is the Hanwha HCR-12A if the article angle focuses on medium/heavy collaborative robots with longer reach. FAIRINO FR16 has 16 kg payload and 1,034 mm reach, while Hanwha HCR-12A has 12 kg payload and 1,300 mm reach.
Is Hanwha HCR-12A a direct equivalent to FAIRINO FR16?
No. It is not a direct payload equivalent. FAIRINO FR16 has 16 kg nominal payload and 20 kg max published payload, while Hanwha HCR-12A has 12 kg payload. The comparison is still useful because both are medium/heavy cobots used for industrial automation.
Which robot has more payload?
FAIRINO FR16 has more payload. It provides 16 kg nominal payload and 20 kg max published payload, while Hanwha HCR-12A provides 12 kg payload.
Which robot has more reach?
Hanwha HCR-12A has more reach. It offers 1,300 mm, while FAIRINO FR16 offers 1,034 mm.
Which robot has better repeatability?
FAIRINO FR16 has better published repeatability. FAIRINO lists ±0.03 mm, while Hanwha lists HCR-12A at ±0.07 mm.
Which robot is faster?
FAIRINO FR16 is faster based on the public speed values. FAIRINO lists 2 m/s typical TCP speed, while Hanwha HCR-12A lists 1 m/s linear speed.
Which robot is cheaper?
FAIRINO FR16 is cheaper based on public prices. FAIRINO FR16 is listed at $11,699, while Radwell lists Hanwha HCR-12A “New Product” at $36,300.
How much does the FAIRINO FR16 cost?
FAIRINO FR16 is publicly listed at $11,699 on FAIRINO USA.
How much does the Hanwha HCR-12A cost?
Radwell lists the Hanwha HCR-12A “New Product” at $36,300. Radwell also lists lower condition-based alternatives, but $36,300 is the clean new-product reseller price used in this comparison.
Which robot has better IP protection?
FAIRINO FR16 has the stronger protection option because it is listed as IP54 with IP65 optional. Hanwha HCR-12A is listed as IP54.
Which robot is better for ROI planning?
FAIRINO FR16 is better for ROI planning because it has a much lower public price, higher payload, better repeatability, faster speed, and lower weight. Hanwha HCR-12A may justify its higher reseller price if longer reach or Hanwha ecosystem compatibility is more important.
Which robot is better for machine tending?
FAIRINO FR16 is better for heavier machine tending because it has more payload and a lower public price. Hanwha HCR-12A is better when the machine layout requires longer reach and the payload is within 12 kg.
What is the main conclusion?
FAIRINO FR16 is the stronger value choice because it has public pricing, more payload, better repeatability, faster speed, and lower robot weight. Hanwha HCR-12A is the stronger long-reach choice because it offers 1,300 mm reach and Hanwha’s Korean industrial cobot ecosystem.
