The FAIRINO FR5 and ABB GoFa 5 are both 5 kg six-axis collaborative robots built for light-to-medium industrial automation. Both can support CNC machine tending, machine loading, pick and place, inspection, assembly, screwdriving, dispensing, welding support, packaging, lab automation, electronics, metal processing, and flexible production cells.

This is a very strong comparison because both robots sit in the same 5 kg payload class, but they are positioned for different buyers.

The FAIRINO FR5 is a value-focused cobot with transparent U.S. pricing, 922 mm reach, ±0.02 mm pose repeatability, approximately 22 kg arm weight, IP54 standard protection with IP65 optional, and a lower public purchase price.

The ABB GoFa 5 is a premium collaborative robot from one of the most established industrial robotics brands in the world. It offers ABB’s RobotWare / OmniCore ecosystem, RobotStudio, Wizard Easy Programming, integrated torque sensors, strong safety positioning, premium support infrastructure, and ABB brand trust.

In short:

FAIRINO FR5 = lower price, strong reach, lighter body, better ROI, and transparent public pricing.

ABB GoFa 5 = premium ABB ecosystem, RobotStudio / RobotWare workflow, faster TCP speed, integrated torque sensors, and enterprise-grade brand confidence.

Main Comparison Table

FAIRINO FR5 Product Information

FAIRINO USA lists the FR5 at $8,699. The manufacturer specification on FAIRINO.COM gives 5 kg nominal payload, 922 mm reach, ±0.02 mm pose repeatability under ISO 9283, 1 m/s typical TCP speed, 149 mm footprint and approximately 22 kg arm weight.

FAIRINO FR5 Main Technical Specifications

ABB GoFa 5 Product Information

ABB states that GoFa is available in 5 kg, 10 kg, and 12 kg variants, and its GoFa page highlights machine tending, welding, palletizing, assembly, and screwdriving applications.  The ABB CRB 15000 product specification describes CRB 15000 as a 6-axis robot family with payloads from 5 kg to 12 kg, reach from 0.95 m to 1.52 m, and use with the OmniCore C30 controller.

ABB GoFa 5 Main Technical Specifications

ABB’s official product specification lists CRB 15000-5/0.95 with IP54 standard protection, and its technical data table lists the robot weight as 28 kg.  The same ABB specification table lists 0.02 mm pose repeatability for CRB 15000 variants.

Price Comparison

FAIRINO has the cleaner and lower public price. FAIRINO USA lists the FR5 at $8,699.  Unchained Robotics lists ABB GoFa CRB 15000 at €30,000–€37,500 excl. VAT, while another reseller lists a broad $17,000–$50,000 range.

For ROI-focused buyers, the FAIRINO FR5 has the stronger acquisition-cost story. ABB GoFa 5 may still be justified when a buyer values ABB’s service network, RobotStudio ecosystem, enterprise purchasing, global support, and long-term plant standardization.

Main Technical Comparison

Payload

Both robots are 5 kg collaborative robots.

FAIRINO has a published 7 kg maximum payload figure in its comparison positioning, while ABB GoFa 5 is the 5 kg variant of the CRB 15000 family. Any maximum-payload figure beyond nominal payload should be validated for load center, tool weight, robot pose, speed, duty cycle, and safety settings.

Payload verdict: Equal at nominal payload; FAIRINO wins on published payload headroom.

Reach

ABB GoFa 5 has a modest reach advantage over the FAIRINO FR5. ABB’s CRB 15000-5/0.95 model name indicates a 0.95 m wrist reach, and marketplace listings commonly show 950 mm reach. FAIRINO FR5 lists 922 mm reach.

Reach verdict: ABB GoFa 5 wins slightly.

Repeatability

FAIRINO.COM specifies the FR5 at ±0.02 mm pose repeatability under ISO 9283. The ABB CRB 15000-5/0.95 specification cited here gives 0.02 mm pose repeatability. These published figures are equivalent; the earlier distinction between FR5 movement and pose values came from inconsistent regional copy.

Repeatability verdict: equivalent published 0.02 mm figures; validate the complete application.

Speed

ABB GoFa 5 has the stronger published speed value. ABB’s GoFa page states a maximum Tool Center Point speed of up to 2.2 m/s, while FAIRINO FR5 lists 1 m/s typical TCP speed.

Real cycle time still depends on payload, path design, acceleration, gripper timing, safety configuration, operator proximity, and whether the cell operates collaboratively or with external safeguarding.

Speed verdict: ABB GoFa 5 wins.

Robot Weight

FAIRINO FR5 is lighter. FAIRINO lists the FR5 at approximately 22 kg without wire, while ABB’s CRB 15000 spec lists the 5 kg model at 28 kg.

Weight verdict: FAIRINO FR5 wins.

IP Rating

Both compared standard configurations are IP54. FAIRINO.COM lists IP65 as an FR5 option. The generic IP66 purchase-page statement should not be used to claim a standard protection advantage over ABB.

IP rating verdict: FAIRINO FR5 wins on the public protection statement.

Programming and Workflow

ABB’s key workflow advantage is ecosystem maturity. Its CRB 15000 product specification says the robot is used with the OmniCore C30 controller and RobotWare, while ABB’s GoFa page highlights Wizard Easy Programming.

Programming verdict: ABB GoFa 5 wins on premium software ecosystem; FAIRINO wins on value and fast ROI.

Application Fit

FAIRINO FR5 Is Better For

The FAIRINO FR5 is the better choice when the buyer needs a 5 kg cobot with low public price, strong repeatability, lighter robot weight, public purchasing path, and faster ROI.

ABB GoFa 5 Is Better For

ABB GoFa 5 is the better choice when the buyer values ABB’s brand, service infrastructure, RobotStudio, RobotWare, Wizard Easy Programming, and long-term enterprise standardization more than the lowest acquisition cost.

Which Robot Should a Manufacturer Choose?

Choose FAIRINO FR5 When:

Choose the FAIRINO FR5 when the validated application benefits from a lower public purchase price, 922 mm reach, approximately 22 kg arm weight and optional IP65 protection. Compare complete installed costs before drawing an ROI conclusion.

The FR5 is especially strong for CNC machine tending, pick and place, light assembly, inspection, dispensing, electronics assembly, packaging, welding support, gluing, and multi-robot deployment.

For buyers calculating payback period, the FAIRINO FR5 is the stronger commercial choice because it delivers a similar payload class and very strong repeatability at a much lower public price.

Choose ABB GoFa 5 When:

Choose the ABB GoFa 5 if the application benefits from ABB’s premium automation ecosystem, RobotStudio, RobotWare, OmniCore C30, Wizard Easy Programming, integrated torque sensors, ABB support, and enterprise purchasing.

The GoFa 5 is especially attractive for factories already standardized on ABB robots or integrators who rely heavily on ABB’s simulation, programming, and service infrastructure.

Final Verdict

The FAIRINO FR5 and ABB GoFa 5 are both credible 5 kg collaborative robots, but they compete from different positions.

The FAIRINO FR5 wins on:

• Much lower public price

• Strong ROI positioning

• Lower robot weight

• Public U.S. buying path

• IP54 standard protection with IP65 optional

• 7 kg published maximum payload headroom

• Strong price-to-capability ratio

• Better fit for cost-sensitive automation and multi-robot deployment

The ABB GoFa 5 wins on:

• ABB premium brand strength

• RobotStudio / RobotWare / OmniCore ecosystem

• Wizard Easy Programming

• Faster published TCP speed

• Integrated torque sensors

• Slightly longer reach

• Strong global support infrastructure

• Better fit for ABB-standardized enterprise factories

For buyers who need a 5 kg cobot with lower price, strong repeatability, lower weight, and faster ROI, the FAIRINO FR5 is the stronger value-focused choice.

For buyers who need ABB’s premium robotics ecosystem, RobotStudio, RobotWare, OmniCore, Wizard Easy Programming, integrated torque sensors, and global enterprise support, the ABB GoFa 5 is the stronger premium-platform choice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the closest ABB model to the FAIRINO FR5?

The closest ABB model to the FAIRINO FR5 is the ABB GoFa 5, officially the ABB CRB 15000-5/0.95. Both robots are six-axis collaborative robots in the 5 kg payload class.

Is ABB GoFa 5 a direct equivalent to FAIRINO FR5?

Yes. ABB GoFa 5 is a direct payload-class equivalent to the FAIRINO FR5 because both robots have a 5 kg nominal payload. The main differences are price, ecosystem, speed, reach, robot weight, IP rating, and programming workflow.

What is the payload of the FAIRINO FR5?

The FAIRINO FR5 has a 5 kg nominal payload. FAIRINO comparison content also uses a 7 kg published maximum payload figure, which should be validated for load center, tool weight, pose, speed, and duty cycle before final engineering use.

What is the payload of the ABB GoFa 5?

ABB GoFa 5 has a 5 kg payload. ABB’s CRB 15000 product specification describes the family as spanning payloads from 5 kg to 12 kg, and the CRB 15000-5/0.95 is the 5 kg version.

Which robot has more reach, FAIRINO FR5 or ABB GoFa 5?

ABB GoFa 5 has slightly more reach. FAIRINO FR5 is listed at 922 mm, while ABB GoFa 5 is commonly listed at 950 mm wrist reach.

Which robot has better repeatability?

FAIRINO.COM specifies the FR5 at ±0.02 mm pose repeatability under ISO 9283. The ABB GoFa 5 figure cited here is also 0.02 mm, so neither has a numerical repeatability advantage on these published values.

Which robot is faster?

ABB GoFa 5 is faster on the published TCP-speed value. ABB states GoFa can reach up to 2.2 m/s TCP speed, while FAIRINO FR5 lists 1 m/s typical TCP speed.

Which robot is lighter?

FAIRINO FR5 is lighter. FAIRINO lists the FR5 at approximately 22 kg without wire, while ABB lists the CRB 15000-5/0.95 at 28 kg.

Which robot has better IP protection?

Both compared standard configurations are IP54. FAIRINO offers IP65 as an option for the FR5; the standard FR5 should not be described as IP66.

How much does the FAIRINO FR5 cost?

FAIRINO USA lists the FR5 at $8,699.

How much does ABB GoFa 5 cost?

ABB does not show a clear official MSRP on the ABB GoFa page. Unchained Robotics lists ABB GoFa CRB 15000 at €30,000–€37,500 excl. VAT, while Gongboshi lists a broad $17,000–$50,000 reseller range.

Which robot is cheaper, FAIRINO FR5 or ABB GoFa 5?

FAIRINO FR5 is cheaper based on public pricing. FAIRINO FR5 is listed at $8,699, while ABB GoFa 5 public marketplace pricing is much higher.

Which robot is better for ROI planning?

FAIRINO FR5 is better for ROI planning because it has transparent public pricing and a much lower acquisition cost. ABB GoFa 5 may still deliver strong ROI when ABB ecosystem compatibility reduces engineering, support, training, or plant-standardization costs.

Which robot is better for machine tending?

FAIRINO FR5 is better for cost-sensitive machine tending. ABB GoFa 5 is better for ABB-standardized factories that rely on RobotStudio, RobotWare, and ABB support infrastructure.

Which robot is better for assembly?

Both robots can support assembly. FAIRINO FR5 is stronger when cost and ROI matter most. ABB GoFa 5 is stronger when RobotStudio, Wizard Easy Programming, and ABB’s premium ecosystem matter more.

Which robot is better for screwdriving?

ABB GoFa 5 has a strong screwdriving angle because ABB lists screwdriving as a GoFa application. FAIRINO FR5 can also support screwdriving where the integrator prioritizes lower price and ROI.

What is the main conclusion of FAIRINO FR5 vs. ABB GoFa 5?

The main conclusion is that FAIRINO FR5 is the stronger value-focused 5 kg cobot, while ABB GoFa 5 is the stronger premium ecosystem cobot. FAIRINO wins on price, weight, ROI, and IP protection statement. ABB wins on speed, ABB ecosystem, RobotStudio, RobotWare, and premium brand infrastructure.

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