M1 Pro vs FR5: Which Is Better in 2026?

Independent spec-by-spec comparison of the DOBOT M1 Pro SCARA Robotic Arm and FAIRINO FR5 Collaborative Robot. Real pricing, verified specs, no affiliate bias.

M

DOBOT

$5,990Verified

Top3DShop (verified) · Updated 2026-03

Payload

1.5 kg

Reach

400 mm

Axes

4

CE
VS
F

FAIRINO

$6,999Verified

Top3DShop (verified) · Updated 2026-03

Payload

5 kg

Reach

922 mm

Axes

6

Repeatability

0.02 mm

CEATEX

M1 Pro is 14% cheaper than FR5

Price Comparison

M1 Pro

$5,990

Top3DShop (verified)

✓ Lower price

FR5

$6,999

Top3DShop (verified)

The FR5 costs 14% more than the M1 Pro.

Winner by Category

Category
M1 Pro
FR5
Price
$5,990
Winner
$6,999
Payload
1.5 kg
5 kg
Winner
Reach
400 mm
922 mm
Winner
Precision
±0.02 mm
Max Speed
Value for Money
Higher cost/spec
Better value
Winner

Full Spec Comparison

SpecM1 ProFR5
Payload1.5 kg5 kg
Reach400 mm922 mm
Axes46
Repeatability0.02 mm
Certifications
CE
CEATEX

Our Verdict

On price, the M1 Pro comes in 17% cheaper than the FR5 — a meaningful gap if budget is the primary constraint.

For payload capacity, the FR5 handles 5kg vs the M1 Pro's 1.5kg — a 233% advantage for heavier tasks.

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

**Choose the M1 Pro** if its specific strengths — such as lower price — align with your use case.

Best For

M1 Pro

  • SCARA tasks
  • pick and place
  • sorting
  • light industrial

FR5

  • hazardous environments
  • chemical processing
  • pharmaceutical
  • general manufacturing

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