FANUC CRX-10iA/L vs Elite Robots CS612: Cobot Comparison
The FANUC CRX-10iA/L and the Elite Robots CS612 both repeat to ±0.05 mm. The CRX-10iA/L reaches 1418 mm, about 114 mm further, and is rated IP67. The CS612 carries 12 kg, weighs 34 kg and is listed about 35% lower.
Quick verdict. The Elite Robots CS612 is the better value for 12 kg handling within 1.3 m, with a listed price $17,800 lower. The FANUC CRX-10iA/L is the better choice for collaborative palletizing at longer reach and FANUC-standard plants.
CRX-10iA/L and CS612 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 Elite Robots CS612 carries 12 kg over 1304 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm, weighs 34 kg and lists a 3.4 m/s maximum TCP speed. Elite's 2026 cobot catalog lists IP65 for the arm, with IP68 as an option.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC CRX-10iA/L | Elite Robots CS612 |
Brand | FANUC | Elite Robots |
Listed price | $50,700 | $32,900 |
Payload | 10 kg | 12 kg |
Reach | 1418 mm | 1304 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.05 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | 1000 mm/s (collaborative mode); 2000 mm/s (high-speed mode) | 3.4 m/s |
Arm weight | 39 kg | 34 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | IP65 (IP68 optional) |
Controller | R-30iB Mini Plus | Standard AC control cabinet, 505 × 257 × 462 mm, 14 kg, IP44; OEM DC/AC controller optional |
Price comparison
FANUC CRX-10iA/L: listed from $50,700
Elite Robots CS612: listed from $32,900
Difference: $17,800
The CS612 costs roughly 35% less
Reach against payload
The CRX-10iA/L reaches 1418 mm, about 114 mm beyond the 1304 mm of the CS612, which adds pallet coverage and stack height. The CS612 carries 12 kg, 2 kg more, for heavier grippers. Both publish ±0.05 mm.
Protection and weight
FANUC rates the CRX-10iA/L IP67 for the body, wrist and J3 arm; Elite's catalog lists IP65 for the CS612, with an IP68 option. The CS612 weighs 34 kg, 5 kg less than the 39 kg FANUC, which helps on mobile bases.
Programming and controllers
The CRX-10iA/L uses drag-and-drop tablet programming and hand guiding on the R-30iB Mini Plus, with FANUC's palletizing and safety options. The CS612 runs on Elite's standard AC control cabinet, with an OEM DC/AC controller as an option.
Best applications for the CRX-10iA/L
Collaborative palletizing
Two-machine tending
FANUC-standard plants
Best applications for the Elite Robots CS612
12 kg handling
Machine tending
Mobile and AGV-mounted arms
CRX-10iA/L advantages
1418 mm reach
IP67 as standard
CRX-10iA/L limitations
About $17,800 higher listed price
10 kg payload
Elite Robots CS612 advantages
About 35% lower listed price
12 kg payload
34 kg arm
Elite Robots CS612 limitations
1304 mm reach
Final verdict
Choose the Elite Robots CS612 for payload and value. Choose the FANUC CRX-10iA/L for reach and FANUC plants.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC CRX-10iA/L or the Elite Robots CS612?
The CS612 is listed from $32,900 and the CRX-10iA/L from $50,700, a difference of $17,800.
Which cobot has the longer reach?
The CRX-10iA/L reaches 1418 mm; the CS612 1304 mm.
Which cobot carries more?
The CS612 carries 12 kg; the CRX-10iA/L 10 kg.
Which cobot is more precise?
Both publish ±0.05 mm.
How heavy are they?
The CRX-10iA/L weighs 39 kg; the CS612 34 kg.
Which cobot should I buy?
Choose the CS612 for payload and value. Choose the CRX-10iA/L for reach.
