FANUC CRX-10iA/L vs DOBOT CR12A: Cobot Comparison of Reach, Payload and Price
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L and the DOBOT CR12A trade reach for payload. The CRX-10iA/L reaches 1418 mm, about 218 mm further, and is rated IP67. The CR12A carries 12 kg, publishes ±0.03 mm and is listed about 46% lower.
Quick verdict. The DOBOT CR12A is the better value for heavier grippers within 1.2 m, with a listed price $23,200 lower. The FANUC CRX-10iA/L is the better choice for long-reach palletizing, two-machine tending and wet or dusty cells.
CRX-10iA/L and CR12A 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 DOBOT CR12A carries 12 kg over a 1200 mm working radius, repeats to ±0.03 mm, weighs 39.5 kg and lists a 5 m/s maximum linear speed. DOBOT names IP54 protection for the CRA series.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC CRX-10iA/L | DOBOT CR12A |
Brand | FANUC | DOBOT |
Listed price | $50,700 | $27,500 |
Payload | 10 kg | 12 kg |
Reach | 1418 mm | 1200 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.03 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | 1000 mm/s (collaborative mode); 2000 mm/s (high-speed mode) | 5 m/s max. linear speed |
Arm weight | 39 kg | 39.5 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | IP54 |
Controller | R-30iB Mini Plus | Not specified |
Price comparison
FANUC CRX-10iA/L: listed from $50,700
DOBOT CR12A: listed from $27,500
Difference: $23,200
The CR12A costs roughly 46% less
Reach against payload
The CRX-10iA/L reaches 1418 mm, about 218 mm beyond the CR12A, which adds pallet coverage and stack height. The CR12A carries 12 kg, 2 kg more, which suits heavier grippers and multi-part tooling in compact cells.
Precision and protection
DOBOT publishes ±0.03 mm for the CR12A against ±0.05 mm for the CRX-10iA/L. FANUC rates the CRX-10iA/L IP67 for the body, wrist and J3 arm; DOBOT names IP54 for the CRA series, so wet and dusty cells favor the FANUC arm.
Programming and controllers
The CRX-10iA/L uses drag-and-drop tablet programming and hand guiding on the R-30iB Mini Plus. The CR12A uses DOBOT's graphical software and hand guiding. Both arms weigh about 39 kg.
Best applications for the CRX-10iA/L
Collaborative palletizing
Two-machine tending
Wet or dusty cells
Best applications for the DOBOT CR12A
Handling with heavier grippers
Compact machine tending
Packaging and kitting
CRX-10iA/L advantages
1418 mm reach
IP67 protection
CRX-10iA/L limitations
About $23,200 higher listed price
10 kg payload
DOBOT CR12A advantages
About 46% lower listed price
12 kg payload
±0.03 mm repeatability
DOBOT CR12A limitations
1200 mm working radius
IP54 protection
Final verdict
Choose the DOBOT CR12A for heavier tools within 1.2 m. Choose the FANUC CRX-10iA/L for reach and harsh environments.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC CRX-10iA/L or the DOBOT CR12A?
The CR12A is listed from $27,500 and the CRX-10iA/L from $50,700, a difference of $23,200.
Which cobot has the longer reach?
The CRX-10iA/L reaches 1418 mm; the CR12A 1200 mm.
Which cobot carries more?
The CR12A carries 12 kg; the CRX-10iA/L 10 kg.
Which cobot is more precise?
The CR12A publishes ±0.03 mm and the CRX-10iA/L ±0.05 mm.
Which cobot is better protected?
The CRX-10iA/L is rated IP67; DOBOT names IP54 for the CRA series.
Which cobot should I buy?
Choose the CR12A for heavier tools. Choose the CRX-10iA/L for reach.
