UR3e vs FAIRINO FR5-WML: Compact vs 1900 mm Long-Reach Cobot Comparison
The Universal Robots UR3e and the FAIRINO FR5-WML sit at opposite ends of the reach scale. The FR5-WML carries 2 kg more, reaches 1900 mm, repeats more tightly and costs about 60% less. The UR3e is the compact, light and fast benchtop arm.
Quick verdict. The FAIRINO FR5-WML is the better choice for covering a large work area with one light arm, with 5 kg payload, 1900 mm reach, ±0.02 mm repeatability and a listed price of $13,499. The UR3e is the better choice for compact benchtop and in-machine cells, with an 11.2 kg arm, a 3 m/s tool speed and a built-in force/torque sensor.
UR3e and FAIRINO FR5-WML at a glance
The UR3e carries 3 kg over 500 mm, repeats to ±0.03 mm and weighs 11.2 kg.
The FAIRINO FR5-WML carries 5 kg over 1900 mm, repeats to ±0.02 mm, weighs about 22 kg and is rated IP54, with IP65 optional.
Main specification comparison
Specification | Universal Robots UR3e | FAIRINO FR5-WML |
Brand | Universal Robots | FAIRINO |
Listed price | $33,800 | $13,499 |
Payload | 3 kg | 5 kg |
Reach | 500 mm | 1900 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 | 22 kg |
IP rating | IP54 | IP54 (IP65 optional) |
Price comparison
UR3e: listed from $33,800
FAIRINO FR5-WML: listed from $13,499
Difference: $20,301
The FR5-WML costs roughly 60% less
Reach and payload
The FR5-WML reaches 1900 mm, almost four times the UR3e's 500 mm, and carries 5 kg against 3 kg. One FR5-WML can cover a workspace that normally needs a much larger robot or a linear track, such as wide conveyors or several machines.
Precision and weight
FAIRINO publishes ±0.02 mm repeatability for the FR5-WML against ±0.03 mm for the UR3e. The FR5-WML weighs about 22 kg on a 149 mm base with a rated power of 260 W; the UR3e weighs 11.2 kg and suits benches and in-machine mounting.
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. The UR3e 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
Compact benchtop assembly
Force-controlled insertion
Robots inside machines
Best applications for the FAIRINO FR5-WML
Handling across a large work area
Serving several machines from one position
Light palletizing and conveyor work
UR3e advantages
11.2 kg arm
3 m/s maximum tool speed
Built-in force/torque sensor
UR3e limitations
3 kg payload and 500 mm reach
About $20,301 higher listed price
FAIRINO FR5-WML advantages
1900 mm reach and 5 kg payload
±0.02 mm repeatability
About 60% lower listed price
FAIRINO FR5-WML limitations
About 22 kg arm
1 m/s typical TCP speed
Final verdict
Choose the FAIRINO FR5-WML to cover a large area with one arm at a lower price. Choose the UR3e for compact, fast benchtop work.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the UR3e or the FAIRINO FR5-WML?
The FR5-WML is listed from $13,499 and the UR3e from $33,800, a difference of $20,301.
Which robot carries more?
The FR5-WML carries 5 kg and the UR3e 3 kg.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The FR5-WML reaches 1900 mm and the UR3e 500 mm.
Which robot is more precise?
The FR5-WML publishes ±0.02 mm repeatability and the UR3e ±0.03 mm.
Which robot is lighter?
The UR3e weighs 11.2 kg and the FR5-WML about 22 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the FR5-WML for reach and value. Choose the UR3e for compact benchtop work.
