UR5e vs FAIRINO FR3-WMS: Cobot Comparison of Payload, Precision and Price
The Universal Robots UR5e and the FAIRINO FR3-WMS serve light automation at different scales. The UR5e carries 2 kg more and reaches 228 mm further. The FR3-WMS is half the weight, repeats more tightly and costs about 79% less.
Quick verdict. The UR5e is the better choice when the task needs 5 kg, 850 mm of reach or force control. The FAIRINO FR3-WMS is the value choice for precise small-part work and mobile platforms, with ±0.02 mm repeatability, a 10.5 kg arm, a 90 W rated power and a listed price of $7,499.
UR5e and FAIRINO FR3-WMS at a glance
The UR5e carries 5 kg over 850 mm, repeats to ±0.03 mm and weighs 20.6 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 UR5e | FAIRINO FR3-WMS |
Brand | Universal Robots | FAIRINO |
Listed price | $35,000 | $7,499 |
Payload | 5 kg | 3 kg |
Reach | 850 mm | 622 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.03 mm | ±0.02 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | 180°/s maximum joint speed on all six joints | 1 m/s typical TCP speed |
Arm weight | 20.6 kg | 10.5 kg |
IP rating | IP54 | IP54 (IP65 optional) |
Price comparison
UR5e: listed from $35,000
FAIRINO FR3-WMS: listed from $7,499
Difference: $27,501
The FR3-WMS costs roughly 79% less
Payload and reach
The UR5e carries 5 kg, 2 kg more, and reaches 850 mm, 228 mm more than the FR3-WMS. Machine tending and packaging with heavier grippers need the UR5e.
Precision, weight and power
FAIRINO publishes ±0.02 mm repeatability for the FR3-WMS against ±0.03 mm for the UR5e. The FR3-WMS weighs about 10.5 kg, roughly half the UR5e, draws a rated 90 W and mounts in any orientation, which suits mobile robots and compact benches.
Industrial features
The UR5e has a built-in 50 N / 10 Nm force/torque sensor, 17 configurable safety functions, IP54 and PROFINET with PROFIsafe, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP and ROS/ROS2, with UR+ accessories. FAIRINO publishes a 1 m/s typical TCP speed and offers IP65 as an option.
Best applications for the UR5e
Machine tending up to 5 kg
Force-controlled screwdriving
Packaging and kitting
Best applications for the FAIRINO FR3-WMS
Precise small-part assembly
Mobile and low-power platforms
Multi-station cells on a budget
UR5e advantages
5 kg payload and 850 mm reach
Built-in force/torque sensor
UR+ ecosystem
UR5e limitations
About $27,501 higher listed price
20.6 kg arm
FAIRINO FR3-WMS advantages
About 79% lower listed price
±0.02 mm repeatability
10.5 kg arm and 90 W rated power
FAIRINO FR3-WMS limitations
3 kg payload and 622 mm reach
Final verdict
Choose the UR5e for payload, reach and force control. Choose the FAIRINO FR3-WMS for precise light work at a fraction of the price.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the UR5e or the FAIRINO FR3-WMS?
The FR3-WMS is listed from $7,499 and the UR5e from $35,000, a difference of $27,501.
Which robot carries more?
The UR5e carries 5 kg and the FR3-WMS 3 kg.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The UR5e reaches 850 mm and the FR3-WMS 622 mm.
Which robot is more precise?
The FR3-WMS publishes ±0.02 mm repeatability and the UR5e ±0.03 mm.
Which robot is lighter?
The FR3-WMS weighs about 10.5 kg and the UR5e 20.6 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the UR5e for payload and reach. Choose the FR3-WMS for value and precision.
