CR3A vs FR5: Which Is Better in 2026?

Independent spec-by-spec comparison of the DOBOT CR3A Collaborative Robot and FAIRINO FR5 Collaborative Robot. Real pricing, verified specs, no affiliate bias.

C

DOBOT

$22,200Verified

Top3DShop (verified) · Updated 2026-03

Payload

3 kg

Reach

620 mm

Axes

6

Repeatability

0.02 mm

CEISO 13849-1ISO 10218-1ISO/TS 15066
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F

FAIRINO

$6,999Verified

Top3DShop (verified) · Updated 2026-03

Payload

5 kg

Reach

922 mm

Axes

6

Repeatability

0.02 mm

CEATEX

CR3A is 217% more expensive than FR5

Price Comparison

CR3A

$22,200

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FR5

$6,999

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✓ Lower price

The CR3A costs 217% more than the FR5.

Winner by Category

Category
CR3A
FR5
Price
$22,200
$6,999
Winner
Payload
3 kg
5 kg
Winner
Reach
620 mm
922 mm
Winner
Precision
±0.02 mm
Winner
±0.02 mm
Max Speed
2 m/s
Value for Money
Higher cost/spec
Better value
Winner

Full Spec Comparison

SpecCR3AFR5
Payload3 kg5 kg
Reach620 mm922 mm
Axes66
Repeatability0.02 mm0.02 mm
Max Speed2 m/s
Weight17 kg
IP RatingIP54
Certifications
CEISO 13849-1ISO 10218-1ISO/TS 15066
CEATEX

Our Verdict

On price, the FR5 comes in 217% cheaper than the CR3A — a meaningful gap if budget is the primary constraint.

For payload capacity, the FR5 handles 5kg vs the CR3A's 3kg — a 67% advantage for heavier tasks.

**Choose the FR5** if you need the stronger all-round performer across specs and value.

**Choose the CR3A** if its specific strengths — such as ecosystem support — align with your use case.

Best For

CR3A

  • electronics assembly
  • light tasks
  • screwdriving
  • quality inspection

FR5

  • hazardous environments
  • chemical processing
  • pharmaceutical
  • general manufacturing

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