UR3e vs FAIRINO FR3-WMS: 3 kg Cobot Comparison of Price, Precision and Weight
The Universal Robots UR3e and the FAIRINO FR3-WMS are compact 3 kg cobots of almost the same weight. The FR3-WMS reaches a little further, repeats more tightly, draws only 90 W and costs about 78% less. The UR3e is faster and has built-in force sensing and a large accessory ecosystem.
Quick verdict. The FAIRINO FR3-WMS is the value choice for compact workstations and mobile platforms, with ±0.02 mm repeatability, 622 mm reach, a 90 W rated power and a listed price of $7,499. The UR3e is the better choice for fast and force-controlled benchtop work, with a 3 m/s tool speed, a ±30 N / ±10 Nm force/torque sensor and the UR+ ecosystem.
UR3e and FAIRINO FR3-WMS at a glance
The UR3e carries 3 kg over 500 mm, repeats to ±0.03 mm and weighs 11.2 kg.
The FAIRINO FR3-WMS carries 3 kg over 622 mm, repeats to ±0.02 mm, weighs about 10.5 kg and is rated IP54, with IP65 optional.
Main specification comparison
Specification | Universal Robots UR3e | FAIRINO FR3-WMS |
Brand | Universal Robots | FAIRINO |
Listed price | $33,800 | $7,499 |
Payload | 3 kg | 3 kg |
Reach | 500 mm | 622 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.03 mm | ±0.02 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | 3 m/s maximum TCP speed | 1 m/s typical TCP speed |
Arm weight | 11.2 kg | 10.5 kg |
IP rating | IP54 | IP54 (IP65 optional) |
Price comparison
UR3e: listed from $33,800
FAIRINO FR3-WMS: listed from $7,499
Difference: $26,301
The FR3-WMS costs roughly 78% less
At this gap, four FR3-WMS arms cost less than one UR3e, which changes the economics of multi-station cells.
Reach and precision
Both arms carry 3 kg and sit on a 128 mm base. The FR3-WMS reaches 622 mm, 122 mm more, and publishes ±0.02 mm repeatability against ±0.03 mm for the UR3e. Precise electronics assembly suits both.
Weight and power
The FR3-WMS weighs about 10.5 kg and has a rated power of only 90 W, which suits mobile robots and compact workstations. It mounts in any orientation and runs below 65 dB. The UR3e weighs 11.2 kg.
Speed and industrial features
Universal Robots publishes a 3 m/s maximum tool speed for the UR3e; FAIRINO publishes a 1 m/s typical TCP speed for the FR3-WMS. The UR3e also has a built-in ±30 N / ±10 Nm force/torque sensor and PROFINET with PROFIsafe, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, ROS/ROS2 and UR+ accessories.
Best applications for the UR3e
Fast benchtop pick-and-place
Force-controlled insertion
Cells built around UR+ accessories
Best applications for the FAIRINO FR3-WMS
Precise small-part assembly
Mobile and low-power platforms
Multi-station cells on a budget
UR3e advantages
3 m/s maximum tool speed
Built-in force/torque sensor
UR+ ecosystem
UR3e limitations
About $26,301 higher listed price
500 mm reach
FAIRINO FR3-WMS advantages
About 78% lower listed price
±0.02 mm repeatability
90 W rated power
FAIRINO FR3-WMS limitations
1 m/s typical TCP speed
Final verdict
Choose the FAIRINO FR3-WMS for precision and value in compact and mobile cells. Choose the UR3e for speed, force control and the UR+ ecosystem.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the UR3e or the FAIRINO FR3-WMS?
The FR3-WMS is listed from $7,499 and the UR3e from $33,800, a difference of $26,301.
Do both robots carry 3 kg?
Yes. Both are rated for 3 kg.
Which robot is more precise?
The FR3-WMS publishes ±0.02 mm repeatability and the UR3e ±0.03 mm.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The FR3-WMS reaches 622 mm and the UR3e 500 mm.
Which robot is faster?
The UR3e publishes a 3 m/s maximum tool speed; the FR3-WMS a 1 m/s typical TCP speed.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the FR3-WMS for value and precision. Choose the UR3e for speed and force control.
