FANUC CRX-10iA/L vs DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300: Cobot Comparison
Updated: 11 hours ago
IN A NUTSHELL
🔎 THE KEY DIFFERENCE This is a load-versus-reach trade-off: DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300 has the higher stated load capacity, while FANUC CRX-10iA/L has the longer stated reach. Start with the constraint your task actually has. |
→ CONSIDER FANUC CRX-10iA/L Consider it when reaching farther matters more than the higher payload of the alternative. This article compares 10 kg with a published reach of 1418 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
→ CONSIDER DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300 Consider it when additional load capacity matters more than extra reach. This article compares 12 kg with a published reach of 1,300 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
💡 THE TAKEAWAY Check the real tool, movement path and safety assessment before choosing. A collaborative label does not make every task safe without guarding; compare complete installation quotes. |
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L and the DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300 are both long-arm cobots of about 40 kg. The CRX-10iA/L reaches 1418 mm and is rated IP67. The COBOTTA PRO 1300 carries 12 kg, repeats to ±0.04 mm and is listed about 11% lower.
Quick verdict. The DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300 is the better value for heavier grippers and fast assembly in dry cells, with a listed price $5,700 lower. The FANUC CRX-10iA/L is the better choice for collaborative palletizing, wet or dusty cells and FANUC plants.
CRX-10iA/L and COBOTTA PRO 1300 at a glance
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L carries 10 kg over 1418 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm, weighs 39 kg, is rated IP67 and runs on the R-30iB Mini Plus controller. FANUC lists 1000 mm/s in collaborative mode and 2000 mm/s in high-speed mode.
The DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300 carries 12 kg with a 1300 mm arm length (1463 mm maximum reach), repeats to ±0.04 mm, weighs 41 kg, is rated IP54 and lists 2500 mm/s maximum TCP speed in non-collaborative operation, on the RC9 controller.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC CRX-10iA/L | DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300 |
Brand | FANUC | DENSO |
Listed price | $50,700 | $45,000 |
Payload | 10 kg | 12 kg |
Reach | 1418 mm | 1,300 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.04 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | 1000 mm/s (collaborative mode); 2000 mm/s (high-speed mode) | Max. TCP speed 2,500 mm/s |
Arm weight | 39 kg | 41 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | IP54 |
Controller | R-30iB Mini Plus | DENSO RC9 |
Price comparison
FANUC CRX-10iA/L: listed from $50,700
DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300: listed from $45,000
Difference: $5,700
The COBOTTA PRO 1300 costs roughly 11% less
Reach and payload
FANUC rates the CRX-10iA/L at 1418 mm; DENSO gives the COBOTTA PRO 1300 a 1300 mm arm length and 1463 mm maximum reach. Envelopes are close, so payload separates them: 12 kg for the DENSO against 10 kg for the FANUC.
Precision and protection
DENSO publishes ±0.04 mm against ±0.05 mm from FANUC. FANUC rates the CRX-10iA/L IP67 for the body, wrist and J3 arm; DENSO rates the COBOTTA PRO IP54. For coolant, washdown or dusty palletizing areas, the FANUC rating gives more margin.
Programming and controllers
The CRX-10iA/L uses drag-and-drop tablet programming and hand guiding on the R-30iB Mini Plus. The COBOTTA PRO 1300 runs on DENSO's RC9 controller with direct teaching. Both arms weigh about 40 kg.
Best applications for the CRX-10iA/L
Collaborative palletizing
Wet or dusty cells
FANUC-standard plants
Best applications for the COBOTTA PRO 1300
Fast collaborative assembly
Handling with heavier grippers
Dry inspection cells
CRX-10iA/L advantages
IP67 protection
1418 mm rated reach
CRX-10iA/L limitations
About $5,700 higher listed price
10 kg payload
COBOTTA PRO 1300 advantages
About 11% lower listed price
12 kg payload
±0.04 mm repeatability
COBOTTA PRO 1300 limitations
IP54 protection
Final verdict
Choose the DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300 for payload and speed. Choose the FANUC CRX-10iA/L for palletizing and harsh environments.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC CRX-10iA/L or the DENSO COBOTTA PRO 1300?
The COBOTTA PRO 1300 is listed from $45,000 and the CRX-10iA/L from $50,700, a difference of $5,700.
Which cobot carries more?
The COBOTTA PRO 1300 carries 12 kg; the CRX-10iA/L 10 kg.
How far do they reach?
FANUC rates the CRX-10iA/L at 1418 mm; DENSO gives the COBOTTA PRO 1300 1300 mm arm length and 1463 mm maximum reach.
Which cobot is more precise?
The COBOTTA PRO 1300 publishes ±0.04 mm and the CRX-10iA/L ±0.05 mm.
Which cobot is better protected?
The CRX-10iA/L is rated IP67; the COBOTTA PRO 1300 IP54.
Which cobot should I buy?
Choose the COBOTTA PRO 1300 for payload. Choose the CRX-10iA/L for harsh environments.
