CRX-30iA vs FR5-WML
Side-by-side comparison of CRX-30iA (FANUC) and FR5-WML (FAIRINO) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- CRX-30iAJapan
- FR5-WMLChina
Year First Available
- CRX-30iA2021
- FR5-WML2023
Verified Deployments
- CRX-30iA0 Deployments
- FR5-WML0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- CRX-30iA$60,868–$67,989 USD
- FR5-WMLContact for quote
Availability Status
- CRX-30iAACTIVE
- FR5-WMLACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- CRX-30iA30 kg
- FR5-WML5 kg
Reach
- CRX-30iA1,756 mm
- FR5-WML1,900 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- CRX-30iA6
- FR5-WML6
Repeatability
- CRX-30iA±0.05 mm
- FR5-WML±0.1 mm
Max TCP Speed
- CRX-30iA2 m/s
- FR5-WML2 m/s
Robot Weight
- CRX-30iA135 kg
- FR5-WML45 kg
Mounting Options
- CRX-30iAfloor, ceiling, angle
- FR5-WMLfloor, ceiling, wall, rail
IP Rating
- CRX-30iAIP67
- FR5-WMLIP54 (IP65 optional)
Safety
Safety Rating
- CRX-30iAISO/TS 15066
- FR5-WMLCR certification
Force/Torque Sensing
- CRX-30iAintegrated wrist ft
- FR5-WMLjoint level partial
Duty Cycle
- CRX-30iA—
- FR5-WML24 7 continuous
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- CRX-30iAYes
- FR5-WMLYes
Offline Programming
- CRX-30iAYes
- FR5-WMLYes
Programming Interface
- CRX-30iAFANUC programming interface with drag and drop technology
- FR5-WMLteach_pendant, drag_and_drop, code_python, code_ros
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- CRX-30iA—
- FR5-WMLiso 9283
Tool Changer Support
- CRX-30iA—
- FR5-WMLmanual
Integrated F/T Sensor
- CRX-30iA—
- FR5-WMLYes
Wrist Power Supply
- CRX-30iA—
- FR5-WML24V/1.5A
Software & Connectivity
SDK Languages
- CRX-30iA—
- FR5-WMLC#, C++, Python, ROS
ROS Compatible
- CRX-30iA—
- FR5-WMLYes
Fieldbus Protocols
- CRX-30iA—
- FR5-WMLTCP/IP, Modbus_TCP, Modbus_RTU, CC-Link
Digital Twin Support
- CRX-30iA—
- FR5-WMLYes
Commercial
Price (USD)
- CRX-30iA$60,868–$67,989 USD
- FR5-WMLContact for quote
Warranty
- CRX-30iA8 yrs
- FR5-WML—
Lead Time
- CRX-30iA8 wks
- FR5-WML—
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2021 | 2023 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $60,868–$67,989 USD | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 30 kg | 5 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,756 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.05 mm | ±0.1 mm |
| Max TCP Speed | 2 m/s | 2 m/s |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 135 kg | 45 kg |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor, ceiling, angle | floor, ceiling, wall, rail |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP67 | IP54 (IP65 optional) |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | CR certification |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | integrated wrist ft | joint level partial |
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | 24 7 continuous |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | Yes | Yes |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | FANUC programming interface with drag and drop technology | teach_pendant, drag_and_drop, code_python, code_ros |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | iso 9283 |
| Tool Changer Support (values differ) | — | manual |
| Integrated F/T Sensor (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Wrist Power Supply (values differ) | — | 24V/1.5A |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | — | C#, C++, Python, ROS |
| ROS Compatible (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | TCP/IP, Modbus_TCP, Modbus_RTU, CC-Link |
| Digital Twin Support (values differ) | — | Yes |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $60,868–$67,989 USD | Contact for quote |
| Warranty (values differ) | 8 yrs | — |
| Lead Time (values differ) | 8 wks | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month
ROI Comparison
Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.
Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | CRX-30iA | FR5-WML |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $64,428 | No price |
| Payback period | 15.5 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $185,572 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +288% | — |
FR5-WML has no listed price, so payback can't be computed. Contact the manufacturer for a quote.
Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.
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Frequently asked
Who makes CRX-30iA and FR5-WML?
CRX-30iA is made by FANUC, based in JP. FR5-WML is made by FAIRINO, based in CN.
When were CRX-30iA and FR5-WML launched?
CRX-30iA launched in 2021. FR5-WML launched in 2023.
How do CRX-30iA and FR5-WML compare on the Robo Score?
CRX-30iA scores 76.1 on the Robo Score. FR5-WML scores 57.0. The Robo Score is a 0–100 credibility figure blending commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
How does the reach of CRX-30iA compare to FR5-WML?
CRX-30iA has a reach of 1889 mm. FR5-WML has a reach of 1900 mm.
Are CRX-30iA and FR5-WML in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Cobot on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Cobot robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Cobot TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Cobot TCO and Payback Math: Hardware, EOAT, and Zero-Fencing Savings.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between CRX-30iA and FR5-WML?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Cobot Vendor Red Flags: Questions That Filter Out the Marketing.
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About this comparison
CRX-30iA vs FR5-WML compares two robots in the cobot category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Score is calculated.