CR5A vs FR5: Which Is Better in 2026?
Independent spec-by-spec comparison of the DOBOT CR5A Collaborative Robot and FAIRINO FR5 Collaborative Robot. Real pricing, verified specs, no affiliate bias.
DOBOT
Top3DShop (verified) · Updated 2026-07
Payload
5 kg
Reach
900 mm
Axes
6
Repeatability
0.02 mm
FAIRINO
Top3DShop (verified) · Updated 2026-07
Payload
5 kg
Reach
922 mm
Axes
6
Repeatability
0.02 mm
CR5A is 247% more expensive than FR5
Price Comparison
CR5A
$24,320
Top3DShop (verified)
FR5
$6,999
Top3DShop (verified)
✓ Lower priceThe CR5A costs 247% more than the FR5.
Winner by Category
Full Spec Comparison
| Spec | CR5A | FR5 |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 5 kg | 5 kg |
| Reach | 900 mm | 922 mm |
| Axes | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability | 0.02 mm | 0.02 mm |
| Max Speed | 2 m/s | — |
| Weight | 25 kg | — |
| IP Rating | IP54 | — |
Our Verdict
On price, the FR5 comes in 247% cheaper than the CR5A — a meaningful gap if budget is the primary constraint.
Both robots share the same 5kg payload capacity, making this a wash for most applications.
**Choose the FR5** if you need the stronger all-round performer across specs and value.
**Choose the CR5A** if its specific strengths — such as ecosystem support — align with your use case.
Best For
CR5A
- ✓machine tending
- ✓polishing
- ✓assembly
- ✓bin picking
- ✓quality inspection
FR5
- ✓general manufacturing
- ✓assembly
- ✓machine tending
- ✓precision pick-and-place
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CR5A vs FR5 — FAQ
Is the CR5A or the FR5 cheaper?
The FR5 is cheaper at $6,999, versus $24,320 for the CR5A — a 247% difference.
What's the difference between the CR5A and the FR5?
The main differences are reach (900 mm vs 922 mm). Pricing, certifications, and country of origin differ too — see the full spec table above.
Which is better, the CR5A or the FR5?
The FR5 wins on more categories overall (price, payload, precision, speed, and value). Choose the CR5A if its specific strengths match your use case — see our verdict above.
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