FAIRINO FR5 vs. JAKA Zu 5: 5 kg Cobot Value vs. Lightweight Workflow

FAIRINO FR5 vs. JAKA Zu 5: 5 kg Cobot Value vs. Lightweight Workflow

The FAIRINO FR5 and JAKA Zu 5 are both 5 kg six-axis collaborative robots designed for compact industrial automation. This is a direct and relevant comparison because both robots share the same nominal payload class, similar repeatability, similar IP rating, and similar application range.

The FAIRINO FR5 is a value-focused 5 kg cobot with public U.S. pricing, strong repeatability, 7 kg published maximum payload headroom, compact 922 mm reach, and a much lower public price.

The JAKA Zu 5 is a compact 5 kg cobot with slightly longer reach, JAKA’s lightweight modular design, graphical programming, free-drive teaching, mobile-terminal operation, and a public reseller price that is significantly higher than FAIRINO FR5.

The clean comparison is:

FAIRINO FR5 = lower price, stronger ROI, 7 kg max published payload, public U.S. buying path.

JAKA Zu 5 = slightly longer reach, JAKA workflow, free-drive programming, wireless/mobile operation.

Main Comparison Table

Specification	FAIRINO FR5	JAKA Zu 5
Robot type	Six-axis collaborative robot	Six-axis collaborative robot
Payload	5 kg nominal / 7 kg max published	5 kg
Reach	922 mm	954 mm
Axes	6	6
Repeatability	±0.02 mm	±0.02 mm
Speed	1 m/s typical TCP speed	Maximum speed not clearly stated on JAKA official page; third-party libraries list up to 3 m/s
Robot weight	approx. 22 kg	23 kg including cables
IP rating	IP54 standard / IP65 optional	IP54 robot arm / IP44 control cabinet
Footprint	149 mm	158 mm
Tool I/O power	24 V / 1.5 A	24 V
Programming	10.1-inch teach pendant / mobile Web App	Graphical programming, free-drive, mobile terminal
Public price	$7,999	$31,300
Price source type	FAIRINO USA public listed price	Public reseller price
Best fit	Cost-effective 5 kg automation and ROI-driven deployment	Lightweight workflow, JAKA ecosystem, mobile-terminal programming

Product Information

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, Compact Robotic Arms, Machine Tending Robots, Welding Robots, Pick and Place Robots, Assembly Robots, Inspection Robots
Brand	FAIRINO
Manufacturer	FAIRINO
Model	FR5
SKU	FAIRINO-FR5
MPN	FR5
Official U.S. Seller	FAIRINO USA
Seller Type	Official U.S. FAIRINO seller / distributor
Official Website	https://www.fairino.us/
Official Product Page	https://www.fairino.us/collaborative-robot/fairino/fr5
Product Image URL	https://static.wixstatic.com/media/098838_82a924eebf3c478ba89b41ef3dbcb557~mv2.png
Additional Product Image URL	https://static.wixstatic.com/media/098838_2dc38c547e6b4949b43e876f59ab425d~mv2.webp
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
MTTR	30,000 hours
Main Applications	Robotic welding, CNC machine tending, pick and place, light assembly, inspection, packaging, dispensing, compact automation
Main Value Proposition	5 kg payload, 7 kg published maximum payload, 922 mm reach, ±0.02 mm repeatability, public price, and strong ROI

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
Pose repeatability	±0.02 mm
Typical TCP speed	1 m/s
Base joint range	±175°
Base joint speed	±180°/s
Shoulder joint range	+85° / -265°
Shoulder joint speed	±180°/s
Elbow joint range	±160°
Elbow joint speed	±180°/s
Wrist 1 range	+85° / -265°
Wrist 1 speed	±180°/s
Wrist 2 range	±175°
Wrist 2 speed	±180°/s
Wrist 3 range	±175° / optional ±360°
Wrist 3 speed	±180°/s
IP classification	IP54 standard / IP65 optional
Noise	<65 dB
Mounting	Any orientation
Tool digital inputs	2
Tool digital outputs	2
Tool analog inputs	2
Tool analog outputs	2
High-speed pulse inputs	2
Tool I/O power supply	24 V / 1.5 A
Footprint	149 mm
Robot weight	approx. 22 kg
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
Communication	TCP/IP
Network transfer rate	100M
Power over Ethernet	Standard PoE
Public price	$7,999

JAKA Zu 5 Product Information

Product Field	Value
Product Name	JAKA Zu 5 Collaborative Robot
Short Product Name	JAKA Zu 5
Product Type	Six-Axis Collaborative Robot
Product Category	Collaborative Robots, Cobots, Compact Robotic Arms, Welding Robots, Pick and Place Robots, Assembly Robots, Inspection Robots, Screwdriving Robots
Brand	JAKA Robotics
Manufacturer	JAKA Robotics
Model	Zu 5
SKU	JAKA-ZU-5
MPN	Zu 5
Official Website	https://www.jaka.com/
Official Product Page	https://www.jaka.com/en/productDetails/JAKA_Zu5
Public Reseller Product Page	https://www.tripleautomation.com/product-page/jaka-zu-5-collaborative-robot
Product Image URL	https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7878b1_cc330c6189694d4284df451f1d00bbf0~mv2.jpg
Additional Product Image URL	https://www.jaka.com/_nuxt/pd2bg.QL6JD806.png
Product Condition	NewCondition
Listed Public Reseller Price	31300.00
Price Currency	USD
Price Type	Public reseller price, not official manufacturer MSRP
Availability	InStock
Purchase Method	Buy through reseller or request a quote from JAKA / authorized partner
Main Applications	Picking and placing, welding, assembly, inspection, machine tending, packaging, palletizing, gluing and bonding, polishing, painting, screw driving, vision picking
Main Value Proposition	5 kg payload, 954 mm reach, ±0.02 mm repeatability, 23 kg body including cables, graphical programming, free-drive programming, and mobile-terminal operation

JAKA Zu 5 Main Technical Specifications

Specification	JAKA Zu 5
Payload	5 kg
Reach / working radius	954 mm
Degrees of freedom	6 axes
Repeatability	±0.02 mm
Robot weight	23 kg including cables
IP rating	IP54 robot arm
Control cabinet IP rating	IP44
Footprint	158 mm
Typical consumption	350 W
Operating humidity	Listed by JAKA; confirm exact local datasheet for final engineering use
Programming	Graphical programming and free-drive programming
Control method	Mobile terminal: computer, pad, or mobile phone
Tool digital inputs	2
Tool digital outputs	2
Tool analog inputs	2
Electrical cabinet digital inputs	16
Electrical cabinet digital outputs	16
Electrical cabinet analog I/O	2 analog inputs or outputs
Communication	TCP/IP, Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, Profinet, Ethernet/IP
Control cabinet power supply	100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz
Control cabinet size	410 × 307 × 235 mm
Control cabinet weight	15.4 kg
Public reseller price	$31,300

FAIRINO FR5 Product

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seller	FAIRINO USA
url	https://www.fairino.us/collaborative-robot/fairino/fr5

JAKA Zu 5 Product

Schema Field	JAKA Zu 5 Value
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description	The JAKA Zu 5 is a six-axis collaborative robot with 5 kg payload, 954 mm reach, ±0.02 mm repeatability, IP54 robot-arm protection, 23 kg robot weight including cables, graphical programming, free-drive programming, and mobile-terminal control.
brand	JAKA Robotics
manufacturer	JAKA Robotics
model	Zu 5
sku	JAKA-ZU-5
mpn	Zu 5
category	Collaborative Robot
condition	NewCondition
price	31300.00
priceCurrency	USD
availability	InStock
seller	Triple Automation
url	https://www.tripleautomation.com/product-page/jaka-zu-5-collaborative-robot

Price Comparison

Robot	Public Price	Price Source Type
FAIRINO FR5	$7,999	FAIRINO USA public listed price
JAKA Zu 5	$31,300	Public reseller price
Difference	$23,301	JAKA Zu 5 is $23,301 more expensive
Price multiple	3.91×	JAKA Zu 5 costs about 3.91 times the FAIRINO FR5 price
FAIRINO savings	About 74.4% lower	Based on $7,999 vs. $31,300

Based on available public pricing, the FAIRINO FR5 has a major price advantage. The JAKA Zu 5 has slightly longer reach and a strong mobile-terminal workflow, but the price gap is large.

For buyers focused on ROI, payback period, and cost-to-capability ratio, the FAIRINO FR5 is the stronger value option.

Main Technical Comparison

Payload

Robot	Payload
FAIRINO FR5	5 kg nominal / 7 kg max published
JAKA Zu 5	5 kg

Both robots are 5 kg-class 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 has more published maximum payload headroom.

Reach

Robot	Reach
FAIRINO FR5	922 mm
JAKA Zu 5	954 mm

The JAKA Zu 5 has 32 mm more reach than the FAIRINO FR5. This is a small technical advantage, useful in some compact workcells, but not usually enough to change the entire automation design.

Reach verdict: JAKA Zu 5 wins slightly.

Repeatability

Robot	Repeatability
FAIRINO FR5	±0.02 mm
JAKA Zu 5	±0.02 mm

Both robots are equal on published repeatability. This makes both suitable for pick and place, assembly, inspection, dispensing, screwdriving, gluing, and machine tending.

Repeatability verdict: Equal.

Speed

Robot	Speed
FAIRINO FR5	1 m/s typical TCP speed
JAKA Zu 5	Official page does not show a simple headline TCP speed in the visible product table; third-party libraries list up to 3 m/s

FAIRINO provides a clear 1 m/s typical TCP speed on its product page. JAKA’s official page emphasizes rapid deployment and mobile-terminal workflow; some third-party robot libraries list JAKA Zu 5 at up to 3 m/s.

Speed verdict: JAKA may have the stronger maximum speed in third-party specs, but FAIRINO has the clearer official TCP-speed value in the product page.

Robot Weight

Robot	Robot Weight
FAIRINO FR5	approx. 22 kg
JAKA Zu 5	23 kg including cables

The FAIRINO FR5 is slightly lighter based on the listed values. The difference is small and unlikely to be decisive for most installations.

Weight verdict: FAIRINO FR5 wins slightly.

IP Rating

Robot	IP Rating
FAIRINO FR5	IP54 standard / IP65 optional
JAKA Zu 5	IP54 robot arm / IP44 control cabinet

FAIRINO has the stronger protection story because FR5 is IP54 standard with optional IP65. JAKA Zu 5 is listed as IP54 for the robot arm and IP44 for the control cabinet.

IP rating verdict: FAIRINO FR5 wins if optional IP65 is required.

Programming and Workflow

Category	FAIRINO FR5	JAKA Zu 5
Main programming method	10.1-inch teach pendant / mobile Web App	Graphical programming, free-drive, mobile terminal
Beginner-friendly setup	Yes	Yes
Drag / free-drive teaching	Supported through collaborative workflow	Yes, specifically promoted
Remote / mobile control positioning	Mobile Web App	Computer, pad, mobile phone
Best workflow advantage	Web App, public product data, simple deployment	Graphical programming, free-drive, wireless/mobile workflow
Best buyer profile	ROI-focused 5 kg automation	Users who value JAKA workflow and mobile-terminal operation

The FAIRINO FR5 is strong for buyers who want affordable deployment and clear pricing. The JAKA Zu 5 is strong for buyers who value graphical programming, free-drive teaching, and mobile-terminal control.

Programming verdict: FAIRINO wins on value and price transparency; JAKA wins on promoted free-drive/mobile workflow.

Tool I/O and Connectivity

FAIRINO FR5 I/O

FAIRINO FR5 Interface	Value
Tool digital inputs	2
Tool digital outputs	2
Tool analog inputs	2
Tool analog outputs	2
High-speed pulse inputs	2
Tool power	24 V / 1.5 A
Communication	TCP/IP
Network transfer rate	100M
Power over Ethernet	Standard PoE

JAKA Zu 5 I/O

JAKA Zu 5 Interface	Value
Tool digital inputs	2
Tool digital outputs	2
Tool analog inputs	2
Electrical cabinet digital inputs	16
Electrical cabinet digital outputs	16
Electrical cabinet analog I/O	2 analog inputs or outputs
Communication	TCP/IP, Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, Profinet, Ethernet/IP
Control cabinet power	100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz

Both robots provide practical industrial I/O. FAIRINO publishes high-speed pulse inputs and 24 V / 1.5 A tool power. JAKA publishes strong cabinet I/O and multiple communication protocols.

I/O verdict: Both are strong. FAIRINO has better tool-side high-speed pulse detail; JAKA has strong cabinet communication detail.

Application Fit

FAIRINO FR5 Is Better For

Application	Why FR5 Fits Better
Cost-sensitive 5 kg automation	$7,999 public price supports faster ROI
Robotic welding	5 kg payload and 922 mm reach
CNC machine tending	Strong reach, repeatability, and lower acquisition cost
Pick and place	±0.02 mm repeatability
Light assembly	5 kg payload and compact footprint
Inspection	Strong repeatability and public product data
Packaging	Good payload/reach balance and low entry price
Dispensing	Repeatability and tool I/O support
Multi-robot deployment	Lower unit cost matters across several cells
ROI-driven automation	Much lower public acquisition cost

The FAIRINO FR5 is the better choice when the buyer needs a precise 5 kg cobot at a much lower public price.

JAKA Zu 5 Is Better For

Application	Why JAKA Zu 5 Fits Better
Mobile-terminal operation	JAKA promotes computer, pad, and mobile-phone control
Graphical programming	Good for teams without deep programming experience
Free-drive teaching	Useful for quick path teaching
Welding	JAKA specifically positions Zu 5 as suitable for welding
3C electronics	JAKA promotes Zu 5 for high-precision electronics use
Flexible assembly	Compact body and graphical workflow
Gluing and bonding	Listed application
Screw driving	Listed application
Vision picking	Listed application
JAKA ecosystem users	Strong fit when the plant already uses JAKA cobots

The JAKA Zu 5 is the better choice when the buyer values JAKA’s workflow, mobile-terminal control, free-drive teaching, and ecosystem enough to justify the higher public reseller price.

Which Robot Should a Manufacturer Choose?

Choose FAIRINO FR5 When:

Choose the FAIRINO FR5 if the application needs a 5 kg collaborative robot with strong repeatability, compact reach, flexible mounting, public pricing, and a much lower acquisition cost.

The FR5 is the better fit for robotic welding, CNC machine tending, pick and place, inspection, packaging, dispensing, light assembly, and ROI-driven compact automation.

It is also the stronger option when the buyer wants complete Product structured data with a real public price, official seller, product URL, image URL, price, availability, and ROI-friendly positioning.

Choose JAKA Zu 5 When:

Choose the JAKA Zu 5 if the application benefits from slightly longer reach, JAKA graphical programming, free-drive teaching, mobile-terminal control, and the JAKA cobot ecosystem.

The JAKA Zu 5 is especially attractive for 3C electronics, flexible assembly, screwdriving, gluing, vision picking, and facilities already standardized on JAKA robots.

Final Verdict

The FAIRINO FR5 and JAKA Zu 5 are both credible 5 kg collaborative robots. They are close technically, but very different commercially.

The FAIRINO FR5 wins on:

• Much lower public price

• Stronger ROI positioning

• Public U.S. seller and buying path

• 7 kg published maximum payload headroom

• Equal ±0.02 mm repeatability

• Slightly lower listed robot weight

• Optional IP65 configuration

• Strong tool I/O detail

• Clear 1 m/s typical TCP speed

• Complete Product structured data with numeric price

The JAKA Zu 5 wins on:

• Slightly longer reach

• Graphical programming

• Free-drive teaching

• Mobile-terminal operation

• JAKA APP / wireless workflow positioning

• Strong 3C electronics and screwdriving use cases

• Strong cabinet I/O and communication protocols

• JAKA ecosystem fit

The honest article angle is:

FAIRINO FR5 vs. JAKA Zu 5: 5 kg Cobot Value vs. Lightweight Workflow

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

For buyers who need JAKA’s workflow, mobile-terminal control, free-drive teaching, and ecosystem support, the JAKA Zu 5 is the stronger workflow-focused choice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the closest JAKA model to the FAIRINO FR5?

The closest JAKA model to the FAIRINO FR5 is the JAKA Zu 5. Both robots are 5 kg-class six-axis collaborative robots with similar repeatability and similar compact automation use cases.

Is the JAKA Zu 5 a direct equivalent to the FAIRINO FR5?

Yes. The JAKA Zu 5 is a direct equivalent to the FAIRINO FR5 because both are 5 kg six-axis cobots for machine tending, pick and place, welding, assembly, inspection, packaging, and compact industrial automation.

What is the payload of the FAIRINO FR5?

The FAIRINO FR5 has a 5 kg nominal payload and a published maximum payload of 7 kg. The 7 kg maximum should be validated for the exact load center, tool weight, pose, speed, and duty cycle before final engineering use.

What is the payload of the JAKA Zu 5?

The JAKA Zu 5 has a 5 kg payload. It is designed for repetitive operations such as picking and placing, welding, assembly, inspection, machine tending, packaging, and screwdriving.

Which robot has more reach, FAIRINO FR5 or JAKA Zu 5?

The JAKA Zu 5 has more reach. It reaches 954 mm, while the FAIRINO FR5 reaches 922 mm. The JAKA Zu 5 has a 32 mm reach advantage.

Which robot has better repeatability?

The FAIRINO FR5 and JAKA Zu 5 are equal on published repeatability. Both are listed at ±0.02 mm.

Which robot is faster, FAIRINO FR5 or JAKA Zu 5?

The FAIRINO FR5 is listed with 1 m/s typical TCP speed on the FAIRINO USA product page. JAKA’s official page does not show a simple headline TCP speed in the visible product table, but some third-party robot libraries list JAKA Zu 5 at up to 3 m/s. Real cycle time depends on payload, acceleration, path, gripper timing, and safety settings.

Which robot is lighter?

The FAIRINO FR5 is slightly lighter based on the listed values. FAIRINO FR5 is approximately 22 kg, while JAKA Zu 5 is 23 kg including cables.

Which robot has better IP protection?

The FAIRINO FR5 has the stronger protection option because it is IP54 standard with optional IP65. The JAKA Zu 5 is listed as IP54 for the robot arm and IP44 for the control cabinet.

Which robot is better for robotic welding?

Both robots can support welding-related applications. FAIRINO FR5 is attractive because of its lower price, 5 kg payload, 922 mm reach, and strong repeatability. JAKA Zu 5 is also positioned for welding and may be preferred by teams already using the JAKA ecosystem.

Which robot is better for CNC machine tending?

The FAIRINO FR5 is the stronger value choice for CNC machine tending because it combines 5 kg payload, 922 mm reach, ±0.02 mm repeatability, and a much lower public price. JAKA Zu 5 may be better when mobile-terminal programming and JAKA workflow are important.

Which robot is better for pick and place?

Both robots are suitable for pick and place. FAIRINO FR5 offers equal repeatability at a lower public price, while JAKA Zu 5 offers slightly more reach and JAKA’s graphical programming workflow.

Which robot is better for inspection?

Both robots are suitable for inspection positioning because both are listed at ±0.02 mm repeatability. The choice depends on price, software workflow, camera integration, and whether the buyer prefers FAIRINO or JAKA’s ecosystem.

Which robot is better for packaging?

The FAIRINO FR5 is stronger when packaging automation needs lower cost and faster ROI. JAKA Zu 5 is stronger when the buyer values JAKA’s mobile-terminal programming, graphical workflow, and existing JAKA ecosystem.

Which robot is better for screwdriving?

Both robots can support screwdriving. JAKA specifically lists screwdriving as a Zu 5 application, while FAIRINO FR5 offers similar repeatability and payload at a much lower public price.

Which robot is better for 3C electronics?

JAKA Zu 5 is specifically promoted for 3C electronics and high-precision compact work. FAIRINO FR5 is also suitable for electronics assembly when price, repeatability, and ROI are more important than JAKA ecosystem alignment.

How much does the FAIRINO FR5 cost?

The FAIRINO FR5 is listed at $7,999 on FAIRINO USA.

How much does the JAKA Zu 5 cost?

A public reseller listing from Triple Automation shows the JAKA Zu 5 at $31,300. This should be described as a public reseller price, not official JAKA manufacturer MSRP.

Which robot is cheaper, FAIRINO FR5 or JAKA Zu 5?

The FAIRINO FR5 is cheaper based on available public pricing. FAIRINO FR5 is listed at $7,999, while JAKA Zu 5 is publicly listed by a reseller at $31,300.

How much more expensive is the JAKA Zu 5 than the FAIRINO FR5?

Based on $31,300 for JAKA Zu 5 and $7,999 for FAIRINO FR5, the JAKA Zu 5 is $23,301 more expensive. It costs about 3.91 times as much as the FAIRINO FR5.

Which robot is better for ROI planning?

The FAIRINO FR5 is better for ROI planning because it has a much lower public price and a direct FAIRINO USA buying path. JAKA Zu 5 may still make sense if its workflow or ecosystem reduces setup time or fits the buyer’s existing production standard.

Which robot offers better value for money?

The FAIRINO FR5 offers better value for buyers who need a 5 kg cobot with strong repeatability, public price, and lower acquisition cost. The JAKA Zu 5 may offer better value when the application specifically needs JAKA’s workflow, mobile-terminal operation, or ecosystem compatibility.

Should a manufacturer choose FAIRINO FR5 or JAKA Zu 5?

A manufacturer should choose the FAIRINO FR5 when it wants a 5 kg cobot with strong repeatability, public pricing, and better ROI. It should choose the JAKA Zu 5 when JAKA workflow, graphical programming, free-drive teaching, mobile-terminal control, and ecosystem compatibility are more important than upfront cost.

What is the best SEO title for this comparison?

The best SEO title is: FAIRINO FR5 vs. JAKA Zu 5: 5 kg Cobot Value vs. Lightweight Workflow.

What is the main conclusion of FAIRINO FR5 vs. JAKA Zu 5?

The main conclusion is that FAIRINO FR5 is the stronger value-focused 5 kg cobot, while JAKA Zu 5 is the stronger workflow-focused JAKA ecosystem cobot. FAIRINO wins on price, ROI, optional IP65, and payload headroom. JAKA wins on reach, graphical programming, free-drive teaching, and mobile-terminal workflow.