FANUC CRX-10iA/L vs FAIRINO FR10: Long-Reach 10 kg Cobot Comparison
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L and the FAIRINO FR10 are close on paper: 10 kg, about 1.4 m of reach and about 40 kg of arm. The FR10 publishes ±0.02 mm and is listed about 80% lower. The CRX-10iA/L is rated IP67 and runs on FANUC's controller.
Quick verdict. The FAIRINO FR10 is the better value for long-reach 10 kg handling, with the same envelope and a listed price $40,501 lower. The FANUC CRX-10iA/L is the better choice for FANUC-standard plants and FANUC application packages.
CRX-10iA/L and FR10 at a glance
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L carries 10 kg over 1418 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm, weighs 39 kg, is rated IP67 and runs on the R-30iB Mini Plus controller. FANUC lists 1000 mm/s in collaborative mode and 2000 mm/s in high-speed mode.
The FAIRINO FR10 carries 10 kg over 1400 mm, repeats to ±0.02 mm, weighs 40 kg, is rated IP66 and lists a 1 m/s speed.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC CRX-10iA/L | FAIRINO FR10 |
Brand | FANUC | FAIRINO |
Listed price | $50,700 | $10,199 |
Payload | 10 kg | 10 kg |
Reach | 1418 mm | 1400 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.02 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | 1000 mm/s (collaborative mode); 2000 mm/s (high-speed mode) | 1 m/s |
Arm weight | 39 kg | 40 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | IP66 |
Controller | R-30iB Mini Plus | Not specified |
Price comparison
FANUC CRX-10iA/L: listed from $50,700
FAIRINO FR10: listed from $10,199
Difference: $40,501
The FR10 costs roughly 80% less
Reach and precision
Reach is almost identical: 1418 mm for the CRX-10iA/L and 1400 mm for the FR10. FAIRINO publishes ±0.02 mm against ±0.05 mm from FANUC. Both suit palletizing, two-machine tending and wide work areas.
Protection and environment
FANUC rates the CRX-10iA/L IP67 for the body, wrist and J3 arm; FAIRINO rates the FR10 IP66. Both resist dust and water jets, so either can serve CNC cells with coolant mist. Only the FANUC rating covers temporary immersion.
Ecosystem and support
The CRX-10iA/L runs on the R-30iB Mini Plus with tablet programming, hand guiding and FANUC's welding, vision and safety options, backed by FANUC's global service. The FR10 runs on FAIRINO's own controller and software. For a FANUC plant, shared spares and training can justify the price difference.
Best applications for the CRX-10iA/L
FANUC-standard plants
Collaborative palletizing with FANUC packages
Cells needing FANUC service contracts
Best applications for the FAIRINO FR10
Collaborative palletizing
Two-machine tending
Budget-limited projects
CRX-10iA/L advantages
IP67 protection
FANUC controller and service network
CRX-10iA/L limitations
About $40,501 higher listed price
±0.05 mm repeatability
FAIRINO FR10 advantages
About 80% lower listed price
±0.02 mm repeatability
FAIRINO FR10 limitations
Smaller service network than FANUC
Final verdict
Choose the FAIRINO FR10 for long-reach value. Choose the FANUC CRX-10iA/L for FANUC plants and support.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC CRX-10iA/L or the FAIRINO FR10?
The FR10 is listed from $10,199 and the CRX-10iA/L from $50,700, a difference of $40,501.
Which cobot has the longer reach?
The CRX-10iA/L reaches 1418 mm; the FR10 1400 mm.
Which cobot is more precise?
The FR10 publishes ±0.02 mm and the CRX-10iA/L ±0.05 mm.
What IP ratings do they have?
The CRX-10iA/L is rated IP67 and the FR10 IP66.
How heavy are they?
The CRX-10iA/L weighs 39 kg; the FR10 40 kg.
Which cobot should I buy?
Choose the FR10 for value. Choose the CRX-10iA/L for FANUC plants.
