FANUC CRX-10iA vs Doosan A0912: 9–10 kg Cobot Comparison
The FANUC CRX-10iA and the Doosan A0912 are close competitors: 10 kg over 1249 mm against 9 kg over 1200 mm. The CRX-10iA is taught by hand-guiding; both publish ±0.05 mm repeatability. The A0912 weighs 31 kg and costs about 30% less.
Quick verdict. The Doosan A0912 is the better value for handling and machine tending, with nearly the same envelope and a listed price $13,800 lower. The FANUC CRX-10iA is the better choice for FANUC plants and collaborative welding, with 10 kg, IP67 and hand-guided teaching.
CRX-10iA and A0912 at a glance
The FANUC CRX-10iA carries 10 kg over 1249 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm, weighs 39 kg and runs on the R-30iB Mini Plus controller. It stops on contact and can be taught by hand-guiding.
The Doosan A0912 carries 9 kg over 1200 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm, weighs 31 kg, is rated IP54 and runs on the Doosan controller with the DART platform.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC CRX-10iA | Doosan A0912 |
Brand | FANUC | Doosan |
Listed price | $46,000 | $32,200 |
Payload | 10 kg | 9 kg |
Reach | 1249 mm | 1200 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.05 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | 1000 mm/s (collaborative mode); 2000 mm/s (high-speed mode) | Over 1 m/s max. TCP speed |
Arm weight | 39 kg | 31 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | IP54 |
Controller | R-30iB Mini Plus | Doosan Controller with DART Platform; teach pendant optional |
Price comparison
FANUC CRX-10iA: listed from $46,000
Doosan A0912: listed from $32,200
Difference: $13,800
The A0912 costs roughly 30% less
Payload, reach and precision
The envelopes nearly match: 10 kg over 1249 mm for the FANUC and 9 kg over 1200 mm for the Doosan. FANUC publishes ±0.05 mm against ±0.05 mm. For most machine tending, packaging and palletizing tasks, either one covers the job.
Programming and processes
The CRX series stops on contact, supports hand guiding and uses drag-and-drop programming on a tablet. FANUC lists handling, assembly and arc welding for the CRX-10iA. Doosan programs the A0912 on the DART platform, with the teach pendant as an option.
Weight and installation
The A0912 weighs 31 kg, 9 kg less than the 39 kg CRX-10iA, mounts in any orientation and carries IP54. The CRX-10iA mounts on the floor, upside-down or at an angle and runs on the compact R-30iB Mini Plus.
Best applications for the CRX-10iA
Machine tending in FANUC plants
Collaborative arc welding
Small-case palletizing
Best applications for the Doosan A0912
Machine tending
Packaging and palletizing
Pick-and-place
CRX-10iA advantages
10 kg payload
±0.05 mm repeatability
Hand guiding and welding support
CRX-10iA limitations
About $13,800 higher listed price
Doosan A0912 advantages
About 30% lower listed price
31 kg arm
IP54
Doosan A0912 limitations
9 kg payload
±0.05 mm repeatability
Final verdict
Choose the Doosan A0912 for value. Choose the FANUC CRX-10iA for FANUC plants and welding.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC CRX-10iA or the Doosan A0912?
The A0912 is listed from $32,200 and the CRX-10iA from $46,000, a difference of $13,800.
Which cobot carries more?
The CRX-10iA carries 10 kg; the A0912 9 kg.
Which cobot has the longer reach?
The CRX-10iA reaches 1249 mm; the A0912 1200 mm.
Which cobot is more precise?
Both publish ±0.05 mm.
Which cobot is lighter?
The A0912 weighs 31 kg; the CRX-10iA 39 kg.
Which cobot should I buy?
Choose the A0912 for value. Choose the CRX-10iA for FANUC plants.
