FAIRINO FR5 vs. DOBOT CR5A: Which 5 kg Collaborative Robot Offers Better Value?
- FAIRINO USA
- Jul 19
- 12 min read
The FAIRINO FR5 and DOBOT CR5A are both 5 kg six-axis collaborative robots designed for compact and medium-duty industrial automation. Both can support CNC machine tending, pick and place, light assembly, inspection, packaging, dispensing, screwdriving, loading and unloading, bin picking, electronics, food and beverage, metal processing, healthcare, and flexible production cells.
This is a direct comparison because both robots sit in the same 5 kg payload class.
The main difference is commercial positioning.
The FAIRINO FR5 is a value-focused cobot with a much lower public U.S. price, longer reach, strong repeatability, published maximum payload headroom, compact footprint, flexible mounting, and strong ROI positioning.
The DOBOT CR5A is a newer CRA Series cobot with 5 kg payload, fast published speed, DobotStudio Pro software, a new control cabinet, adjustable collision detection, drag-to-teach functionality, and DOBOT’s established industrial / education robotics ecosystem.
The clean comparison is:
FAIRINO FR5 = lower price, longer reach, better ROI, compact integration, and public FAIRINO USA buying path.
DOBOT CR5A = faster published speed, DOBOT ecosystem, DobotStudio Pro workflow, and CRA Series control platform.
Main Comparison Table
Specification | FAIRINO FR5 | DOBOT CR5A |
Robot type | Six-axis collaborative robot | Six-axis collaborative robot |
Payload | 5 kg nominal / 7 kg max published | 5 kg |
Reach | 922 mm | 900 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.02 mm movement repeatability / ±0.03 mm pose repeatability per ISO 9283 on purchase page | ±0.02 mm |
TCP / linear speed | 1 m/s typical TCP speed | 2 m/s maximum TCP speed on DOBOT US / 4 m/s max linear speed on DOBOT global table |
Robot weight | approx. 22 kg without wire | 25 kg |
IP rating | FAIRINO purchase page text states IP66 protection | IP54 |
Programming | 10.1-inch teach pendant / mobile Web App / graphical programming / drag teaching | DobotStudio Pro / drag-to-teach / new CRA control cabinet |
Public price | $7,999 | $24,320 |
Price source type | FAIRINO USA public listed price | DOBOT US public listed price |
Best fit | ROI-focused 5 kg automation | DOBOT ecosystem and faster published motion performance |
FAIRINO FR5 Product Information
Product Field | Value |
Product Name | FAIRINO FR5 Collaborative Robot |
Short Product Name | FAIRINO FR5 |
Product Type | Six-Axis Collaborative Robot |
Product Category | Collaborative Robots, Cobots, Machine Tending Robots, Welding Robots, Pick and Place Robots, Assembly Robots, Inspection Robots, Packaging Robots, Dispensing Robots |
Brand | FAIRINO |
Manufacturer | FAIRINO |
Model | FR5 |
SKU | FAIRINO-FR5 |
MPN | FR5 |
Official U.S. Seller | FAIRINO USA |
Official Website | |
Official Product Page | |
Purchase Page | |
Product Image URL | |
Additional Product Image URL | |
Product Condition | NewCondition |
Listed Price | 7999.00 |
Price Currency | USD |
Price Type | Public FAIRINO USA listed price |
Availability | InStock |
Purchase Method | Add to cart, buy online, or request a quotation |
Main Applications | Robotic welding, CNC machine tending, pick and place, light assembly, inspection, packaging, dispensing, electronics assembly, industrial gluing, retail coffee / food automation |
Main Value Proposition | 5 kg payload, 7 kg published maximum payload, 922 mm reach, strong repeatability, compact footprint, public price, and strong ROI |
FAIRINO USA lists the FR5 product page with 5kg payload, 922mm reach, ±0.02mm repeatability, and $7,999 price. The purchase page also states 6 rotating joints, 1m/s typical TCP speed, 128mm footprint, ≈22kg weight without wire, graphical programming, drag teaching, and ROS secondary development support.
FAIRINO FR5 Main Technical Specifications
Specification | FAIRINO FR5 |
Payload | 5 kg |
Published maximum payload | 7 kg |
Reach | 922 mm |
Degrees of freedom | 6 rotating joints |
Movement repeatability | ±0.02 mm |
Pose repeatability per ISO 9283 | ±0.03 mm |
Typical TCP speed | 1 m/s |
Footprint | 128 mm |
Robot weight | approx. 22 kg without wire |
Operating temperature | 0–45°C |
Operating humidity | 90% RH, non-condensing |
Materials | Aluminum and steel |
HMI | 10.1-inch teach pendant or mobile terminal Web App |
Programming | Graphical programming and drag teaching |
Development support | ROS secondary development / open platform mentioned on FAIRINO purchase page |
Communication | Supports communication protocols according to FAIRINO purchase page |
Public price | $7,999 |
DOBOT CR5A Product Information
Product Field | Value |
Product Name | DOBOT CR5A Collaborative Robot |
Short Product Name | DOBOT CR5A |
Product Type | Six-Axis Collaborative Robot |
Product Category | Collaborative Robots, Cobots, Machine Tending Robots, Pick and Place Robots, Assembly Robots, Inspection Robots, Screwdriving Robots, Bin Picking Robots, Loading and Unloading Robots |
Brand | DOBOT |
Manufacturer | DOBOT Robotics |
Model | CR5A |
SKU | DOBOT-CR5A |
MPN | CR5A |
Official U.S. Seller / Page | DOBOT US |
Official U.S. Product Page | |
Official Global CRA Series Page | |
Product Condition | NewCondition |
Listed Price | 24320.00 |
Price Currency | USD |
Price Type | DOBOT US public listed price |
Availability | InStock |
Purchase Method | Add to cart or request through DOBOT / authorized partner |
Main Applications | Inspection, assembly, screwdriving, bin picking, loading and unloading, consumer electronics, semiconductors, food and beverage, metal processing, healthcare |
Main Value Proposition | 5 kg payload, 900 mm reach, ±0.02 mm repeatability, fast published speed, DobotStudio Pro software, new CRA control cabinet, drag-to-teach functionality, and DOBOT ecosystem |
DOBOT US lists the CR5A at $24,320, with 25kg weight, 5kg payload, 900mm reach, 2m/s maximum TCP speed, and ±0.02mm repeatability. It also says the CRA Series uses a new control cabinet and DobotStudio Pro software, and that the CR5 has five adjustable collision-detection settings and drag-to-teach functionality.
DOBOT CR5A Main Technical Specifications
Specification | DOBOT CR5A |
Payload | 5 kg |
Reach / working radius | 900 mm |
Degrees of freedom | 6 axes |
Repeatability | ±0.02 mm |
Maximum TCP speed | 2 m/s on DOBOT US page |
Maximum linear speed | 4 m/s on DOBOT global CRA table |
Robot weight | 25 kg |
IP rating | IP54 |
Control software | DobotStudio Pro |
Control system | New CRA Series control cabinet |
Collision detection | 5 adjustable collision detection settings |
Teaching | Drag-to-teach functionality |
End-effector DI | 4 channels according to CRA table grouping |
End-effector DO | 4 channels according to CRA table grouping |
End-effector AI | 4 channels, shared with RS485, according to CRA table grouping |
Power consumption | 150 W in CRA table |
Installation orientation | Any angle |
Cable length to control box | 5 m |
Materials | Aluminum alloy, ABS plastic |
Public price | $24,320 |
DOBOT’s global CRA Series table lists the CR5A with 5kg maximum payload, 900mm working radius, 4m/s maximum linear speed, ±0.02mm repeatability, IP54, 150W power consumption, any-angle installation, and 5m cable length to control box.
FAIRINO FR5 Product
Schema Field | FAIRINO FR5 Value |
@type | Product |
name | FAIRINO FR5 Collaborative Robot |
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additionalImage | |
description | The FAIRINO FR5 is a six-axis collaborative robot with 5 kg nominal payload, 7 kg published maximum payload, 922 mm reach, ±0.02 mm movement repeatability, 1 m/s typical TCP speed, compact footprint, graphical programming, drag teaching, and public U.S. pricing. |
brand | FAIRINO |
manufacturer | FAIRINO |
model | FR5 |
sku | FAIRINO-FR5 |
mpn | FR5 |
category | Collaborative Robot |
condition | NewCondition |
price | 7999.00 |
priceCurrency | USD |
availability | InStock |
seller | FAIRINO USA |
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DOBOT CR5A Product
Schema Field | DOBOT CR5A Value |
@type | Product |
name | DOBOT CR5A Collaborative Robot |
description | The DOBOT CR5A is a six-axis collaborative robot with 5 kg payload, 900 mm reach, ±0.02 mm repeatability, 2 m/s maximum TCP speed, 25 kg robot weight, IP54 protection, DobotStudio Pro software, drag-to-teach functionality, and a public U.S. listed price. |
brand | DOBOT |
manufacturer | DOBOT Robotics |
model | CR5A |
sku | DOBOT-CR5A |
mpn | CR5A |
category | Collaborative Robot |
condition | NewCondition |
price | 24320.00 |
priceCurrency | USD |
availability | InStock |
seller | DOBOT US |
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Price Comparison
Robot | Public Price | Price Source Type |
FAIRINO FR5 | $7,999 | FAIRINO USA public listed price |
DOBOT CR5A | $24,320 | DOBOT US public listed price |
Difference | $16,321 | DOBOT CR5A is $16,321 more expensive |
Price multiple | 3.04× | DOBOT CR5A costs about 3.04 times the FAIRINO FR5 price |
FAIRINO savings | About 67.1% lower | Based on $7,999 vs. $24,320 |
The FAIRINO FR5 has a major price advantage. Both robots are 5 kg-class cobots with strong published repeatability, but FAIRINO USA lists the FR5 at $7,999, while DOBOT US lists the CR5A at $24,320.
For ROI-focused buyers, that price gap is the main commercial difference. DOBOT CR5A may still be attractive when the buyer values DOBOT’s ecosystem, DobotStudio Pro, faster published speed, or existing DOBOT standardization.
Main Technical Comparison
Payload
Robot | Payload |
FAIRINO FR5 | 5 kg nominal / 7 kg max published |
DOBOT CR5A | 5 kg |
Both robots are 5 kg collaborative robots.
The difference is that FAIRINO publishes a 7 kg maximum payload figure for the FR5. That maximum should be validated for load center, tool weight, robot pose, speed, and duty cycle before final engineering use.
Payload verdict: Equal at nominal payload; FAIRINO FR5 wins on published maximum payload headroom.
Reach
Robot | Reach |
FAIRINO FR5 | 922 mm |
DOBOT CR5A | 900 mm |
The FAIRINO FR5 has 22 mm more reach than the DOBOT CR5A. This is not a huge difference, but it can matter in compact machine tending, packaging, conveyor transfer, welding, and pick-and-place layouts where the robot must cover as much space as possible from one base.
Reach verdict: FAIRINO FR5 wins slightly.
Repeatability
Robot | Repeatability |
FAIRINO FR5 | ±0.02 mm movement repeatability |
DOBOT CR5A | ±0.02 mm |
Both robots list ±0.02 mm repeatability, which makes both suitable for pick and place, inspection, light assembly, dispensing, screwdriving, and repeatable machine tending tasks.
FAIRINO’s purchase page also separately lists ±0.03 mm pose repeatability per ISO 9283, so the safest wording is: FAIRINO FR5 is listed with ±0.02 mm movement repeatability and ±0.03 mm ISO pose repeatability, while DOBOT CR5A is listed at ±0.02 mm repeatability.
Repeatability verdict: Very close; DOBOT has the cleaner single ±0.02 mm headline, while FAIRINO still has strong published repeatability.
Speed
Robot | Speed |
FAIRINO FR5 | 1 m/s typical TCP speed |
DOBOT CR5A | 2 m/s maximum TCP speed on DOBOT US / 4 m/s maximum linear speed on DOBOT global table |
DOBOT CR5A has the higher published speed. DOBOT US lists 2m/s maximum TCP speed, and DOBOT’s global CRA table lists 4m/s maximum linear speed for CR5A. FAIRINO FR5 lists 1m/s typical TCP speed.
Real cycle time still depends on payload, acceleration, path design, tooling, gripper timing, safety settings, operator proximity, and whether the robot is operating in collaborative or safeguarded mode.
Speed verdict: DOBOT CR5A wins on published speed.
Robot Weight
Robot | Robot Weight |
FAIRINO FR5 | approx. 22 kg without wire |
DOBOT CR5A | 25 kg |
The FAIRINO FR5 is lighter by about 3 kg based on the public values. That can help with tabletop cells, compact benches, mobile carts, and lightweight machine-side mounting.
Weight verdict: FAIRINO FR5 wins.
IP Rating
Robot | IP Rating |
FAIRINO FR5 | FAIRINO purchase page states IP66 protection |
DOBOT CR5A | IP54 |
FAIRINO’s FR5 purchase page states IP66 protection, while DOBOT’s CRA Series table lists CR5A as IP54.
IP rating verdict: FAIRINO FR5 wins on the published protection statement.
Programming and Workflow
Category | FAIRINO FR5 | DOBOT CR5A |
Main programming method | 10.1-inch teach pendant / mobile Web App | DobotStudio Pro |
Graphical programming | Yes, listed on FAIRINO page | Yes, via DOBOT workflow |
Drag teaching | Yes, listed on FAIRINO page | Yes, drag-to-teach listed by DOBOT US |
Development support | ROS secondary development / open platform mentioned | DOBOT ecosystem and CRA software environment |
Control cabinet | FAIRINO controller ecosystem | New CRA Series control cabinet |
Best workflow advantage | Low-cost deployment and ROI | DobotStudio Pro and established DOBOT workflow |
Best buyer profile | ROI-focused factories and integrators | Existing DOBOT users / ecosystem-focused buyers |
DOBOT’s CR5A page emphasizes a new control cabinet and DobotStudio Pro software for safety, stability, scalability, and human-machine collaboration. FAIRINO’s purchase page emphasizes graphical programming, drag teaching, ROS secondary development, and support for multiple communication protocols.
Programming verdict: DOBOT wins for DobotStudio Pro ecosystem familiarity; FAIRINO wins for price transparency, low-cost deployment, and strong integration value.
Application Fit
FAIRINO FR5 Is Better For
Application | Why FR5 Fits Better |
Cost-sensitive 5 kg automation | $7,999 public price supports faster ROI |
CNC machine tending | 922 mm reach and 5 kg payload |
Robotic welding | Reach, repeatability, and low acquisition cost |
Pick and place | Strong repeatability and lower price |
Light assembly | Compact design and lower robot weight |
Inspection | Repeatability and stable deployment |
Packaging | Longer reach and strong ROI |
Dispensing | Precision and tool-side integration |
Multi-robot deployment | Lower unit cost matters across several cells |
Dustier / more protected applications | FR5 page states IP66 protection |
The FAIRINO FR5 is the better choice when the buyer needs a 5 kg cobot with lower price, longer reach, lower robot weight, stronger IP-protection statement, and better ROI.
DOBOT CR5A Is Better For
Application | Why DOBOT CR5A Fits Better |
Faster compact automation | Higher published TCP / linear speed |
DOBOT ecosystem projects | Better if the facility already uses DOBOT |
Inspection | DOBOT US lists inspection use |
Assembly | DOBOT US lists assembly use |
Screwdriving | DOBOT US lists screwdriving use |
Bin picking | DOBOT US lists bin picking use |
Loading and unloading | DOBOT US lists loading/unloading use |
Consumer electronics | DOBOT US lists this industry |
Semiconductors | DOBOT US lists this industry |
Food and beverage | DOBOT US lists this industry |
Healthcare | DOBOT US lists this industry |
The DOBOT CR5A is the better choice when the buyer values DOBOT’s ecosystem, DobotStudio Pro, faster published speed, and existing DOBOT standardization.
Which Robot Should a Manufacturer Choose?
Choose FAIRINO FR5 When:
Choose the FAIRINO FR5 if the application needs a 5 kg cobot with low public price, strong reach, compact footprint, lower weight, strong published repeatability, and faster ROI.
The FR5 is especially strong for CNC machine tending, robotic welding, pick and place, light assembly, inspection, packaging, dispensing, electronics assembly, industrial gluing, retail coffee / food automation, and multi-robot deployment.
For buyers calculating payback period, the FAIRINO FR5 is the stronger commercial choice because it delivers the same 5 kg nominal payload class at a much lower public price.
Choose DOBOT CR5A When:
Choose the DOBOT CR5A if the application benefits from DOBOT’s ecosystem, DobotStudio Pro, the CRA Series control cabinet, drag-to-teach functionality, faster published speed, or existing DOBOT hardware / training / accessory standardization.
The CR5A is especially attractive for teams already familiar with DOBOT robots or for factories that value DOBOT’s software workflow more than the lowest acquisition cost.
Final Verdict
The FAIRINO FR5 and DOBOT CR5A are both credible 5 kg collaborative robots. Both have 6-axis designs, 5 kg payload, and strong repeatability.
The biggest differences are price, reach, weight, speed, IP rating, and ecosystem.
The FAIRINO FR5 wins on:
Much lower public price
7 kg published maximum payload headroom
Slightly longer 922 mm reach
Lower robot weight
Strong published repeatability
FAIRINO page states IP66 protection
Better ROI positioning
Public FAIRINO USA buying path
Better price-to-capability ratio
The DOBOT CR5A wins on:
Higher published maximum TCP / linear speed
DobotStudio Pro workflow
New CRA Series control cabinet
Drag-to-teach functionality
5 adjustable collision-detection settings
DOBOT ecosystem
Strong industry positioning across electronics, semiconductors, food and beverage, metal processing, and healthcare
The honest article angle is:
FAIRINO FR5 vs. DOBOT CR5A: 5 kg Cobot Value vs. DOBOT Ecosystem Workflow
For buyers who need a 5 kg cobot with lower price, longer reach, lower robot weight, and stronger ROI, the FAIRINO FR5 is the stronger value-focused choice.
For buyers who need DOBOT’s software ecosystem, DobotStudio Pro, faster published speed, and CRA Series workflow compatibility, the DOBOT CR5A is the stronger ecosystem-focused choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the closest DOBOT model to the FAIRINO FR5?
The closest DOBOT model to the FAIRINO FR5 is the DOBOT CR5A. Both robots are 5 kg six-axis collaborative robots designed for compact and medium-duty industrial automation.
Is the DOBOT CR5A a direct equivalent to the FAIRINO FR5?
Yes. The DOBOT CR5A is a direct equivalent to the FAIRINO FR5 because both robots are 5 kg-class six-axis collaborative robots. The main differences are price, reach, speed, robot weight, IP rating, and software ecosystem.
What is the payload of the FAIRINO FR5?
The FAIRINO FR5 has a 5 kg nominal payload. FAIRINO’s public 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 DOBOT CR5A?
The DOBOT CR5A has a 5 kg payload. DOBOT US and DOBOT’s global CRA Series table both list CR5A as a 5 kg model.
Which robot has more reach, FAIRINO FR5 or DOBOT CR5A?
The FAIRINO FR5 has more reach. FAIRINO lists the FR5 at 922 mm, while DOBOT lists the CR5A at 900 mm.
Which robot has better repeatability?
The two robots are very close. FAIRINO FR5 lists ±0.02 mm movement repeatability and ±0.03 mm pose repeatability per ISO 9283 on the purchase page. DOBOT CR5A lists ±0.02 mm repeatability.
Which robot is faster?
The DOBOT CR5A is faster on published speed. DOBOT US lists 2 m/s maximum TCP speed, and DOBOT’s global table lists 4 m/s maximum linear speed for CR5A. FAIRINO FR5 lists 1 m/s typical TCP speed.
Which robot is lighter?
The FAIRINO FR5 is lighter. FAIRINO lists the FR5 at approximately 22 kg without wire, while DOBOT US lists the CR5A at 25 kg.
Which robot has better IP protection?
FAIRINO FR5 has the stronger published protection statement because the FAIRINO purchase page states IP66 protection. DOBOT’s CRA Series table lists the CR5A as IP54.
Which robot is better for CNC machine tending?
FAIRINO FR5 is better for ROI-focused CNC machine tending because it has lower public price, slightly longer reach, and lower robot weight. DOBOT CR5A is better when DobotStudio Pro and DOBOT ecosystem compatibility are more important.
Which robot is better for welding?
FAIRINO FR5 is attractive for robotic welding because it offers 5 kg payload, 922 mm reach, strong repeatability, and lower public pricing. DOBOT CR5A can also fit welding-related workflows when the integrator prefers DOBOT’s ecosystem.
Which robot is better for pick and place?
Both robots are suitable for pick and place. FAIRINO FR5 is stronger when price, reach, and ROI matter. DOBOT CR5A is stronger when faster published speed and DOBOT workflow matter.
Which robot is better for assembly?
Both robots can support assembly. DOBOT US specifically lists assembly as one of the CR5A use cases, while FAIRINO FR5 is also positioned for light assembly and industrial automation.
Which robot is better for inspection?
Both robots can support inspection. FAIRINO FR5 offers lower price and strong repeatability. DOBOT CR5A is also positioned for inspection on the DOBOT US page.
How much does the FAIRINO FR5 cost?
FAIRINO USA lists the FR5 at $7,999.
How much does the DOBOT CR5A cost?
DOBOT US lists the CR5A at $24,320.
Which robot is cheaper, FAIRINO FR5 or DOBOT CR5A?
The FAIRINO FR5 is cheaper based on public U.S. listed pricing. FAIRINO FR5 is listed at $7,999, while DOBOT CR5A is listed at $24,320.
How much more expensive is DOBOT CR5A than FAIRINO FR5?
Based on public U.S. pricing, DOBOT CR5A is $16,321 more expensive than FAIRINO FR5. It costs about 3.04× as much.
Which robot is better for ROI planning?
The FAIRINO FR5 is better for ROI planning because it has the same 5 kg nominal payload class at a much lower public price. DOBOT CR5A may still make sense when its software workflow, speed, and ecosystem reduce integration time.
What is the main conclusion of FAIRINO FR5 vs. DOBOT CR5A?
The main conclusion is that FAIRINO FR5 is the stronger value-focused 5 kg cobot, while DOBOT CR5A is the stronger DOBOT ecosystem cobot. FAIRINO wins on price, reach, weight, payload headroom, IP-protection statement, and ROI. DOBOT wins on published speed, DobotStudio Pro, CRA Series control cabinet, and DOBOT ecosystem familiarity.
