FAIRINO FR16 vs. Hanwha Robotics HCR-14: 16 kg Cobot Comparison
Updated: Nov 2
16 kg-class collaborative robot comparison • Payload, reach, precision and U.S. pricing
🤖 Overview: The Hanwha HCR-14 from Hanwha Robotics and the FAIRINO FR16 compete in the 16 kg-class collaborative robot segment. The Hanwha Robotics HCR-14 offers 14 kg of rated payload, 1,420 mm of reach and ±0.04 mm repeatability. The FAIRINO FR16 answers with 16 kg, 1,034 mm and ±0.03 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 FR16 16 kg-class robot 
Hanwha Robotics HCR-14 robot
⚖️ Quick Verdict: FAIRINO FR16 vs. Hanwha Robotics HCR-14
Choose the FAIRINO FR16 when it matches or exceeds the payload, at a published $11,599.
Choose the Hanwha Robotics HCR-14 when it offers longer reach, from $38,600 (indicative list price).
Validate both with your real gripper, part mass and layout; installed-cell cost and measured cycle time decide ROI.
📊 FAIRINO FR16 vs. Hanwha HCR-14 Specifications
Specification | FAIRINO FR16 | Hanwha Robotics HCR-14 |
|---|---|---|
Rated payload | 16 kg | 14 kg |
Maximum payload | 20 kg | See manufacturer datasheet |
Reach | 1,034 mm | 1,420 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.03 mm | ±0.04 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Arm weight | ≈40 kg | 42 kg |
IP rating | IP54 / IP65 optional | IP66 |
TCP speed | 1 m/s typical | 1.5 m/s linear |
Public price | $11,599 (FAIRINO USA) | From $38,600 (indicative list price) |
🏋️ Payload: 16 kg vs. 14 kg
FAIRINO FR16 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: 1,034 mm vs. 1,420 mm
Hanwha Robotics HCR-14 reaches 386 mm (about 37%) further. Extra reach can let one robot serve more stations 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 FR16 publishes the tighter repeatability (±0.03 mm vs. ±0.04 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 FR16 is offered with IP54 protection and an IP65 option, while the Hanwha Robotics HCR-14 is published at IP66. 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; Hanwha Robotics HCR-14 has the longer envelope.
Pick-and-place and packaging: check gripper plus part mass against the 14 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 FR16 at $11,599. The Hanwha Robotics HCR-14 is listed from $38,600 (indicative list price), so the published prices differ by about $27,001 (roughly 70% less for the FAIRINO). 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 FR16 cell would total about $36,599, a simple payback of roughly 1.2 years. The Hanwha Robotics HCR-14 cell would total about $63,600, or roughly 2.1 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 FR16 stands out for value, with 16 kg payload, ±0.03 mm repeatability and a transparent $11,599 price. The Hanwha Robotics HCR-14 brings longer reach, and the Hanwha Robotics ecosystem at a higher published price. Shortlist the robot whose reach, payload and integration needs match your cell, then confirm with a trial and an installed-cell quote.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Which robot carries more payload, the FAIRINO FR16 or the Hanwha Robotics HCR-14?
FAIRINO FR16 has the higher rated payload: 16 kg for the FAIRINO FR16 vs. 14 kg for the Hanwha Robotics HCR-14.
Which robot has the longer reach?
Hanwha Robotics HCR-14 reaches 386 mm further (1,034 mm vs. 1,420 mm).
Which robot is more repeatable?
FAIRINO FR16 publishes the tighter repeatability: ±0.03 mm vs. ±0.04 mm.
How much do the FAIRINO FR16 and Hanwha Robotics HCR-14 cost?
FAIRINO USA lists the FAIRINO FR16 at $11,599. The Hanwha Robotics HCR-14 is listed from $38,600 (indicative list price).
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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