FANUC CRX-10iA vs Doosan M1013: 10 kg Cobot Comparison
The FANUC CRX-10iA and the Doosan M1013 are direct 10 kg competitors with similar reach: 1249 mm and 1300 mm. The M1013 has torque sensors in all six joints and costs about 15% less. The CRX-10iA is rated IP67, and both publish ±0.05 mm repeatability.
Quick verdict. The Doosan M1013 is the better value for force-sensitive handling and assembly, with a listed price $6,800 lower. The FANUC CRX-10iA is the better choice for machine tending with coolant, welding and FANUC plants, with IP67 and hand-guided teaching.
CRX-10iA and M1013 at a glance
The FANUC CRX-10iA carries 10 kg over 1249 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 Doosan M1013 carries 10 kg over 1300 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm, weighs 33 kg, is rated IP54 and has a torque sensor in each joint. It runs on the Doosan controller with teach pendant.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC CRX-10iA | Doosan M1013 |
Brand | FANUC | Doosan |
Listed price | $46,000 | $39,200 |
Payload | 10 kg | 10 kg |
Reach | 1249 mm | 1300 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 | 33 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | IP54 |
Controller | R-30iB Mini Plus | Doosan Controller with teach pendant |
Price comparison
FANUC CRX-10iA: listed from $46,000
Doosan M1013: listed from $39,200
Difference: $6,800
The M1013 costs roughly 15% less
Payload and reach
Both carry 10 kg. The M1013 reaches 1300 mm, about 50 mm beyond the 1249 mm of the CRX-10iA. Repeatability is close: ±0.05 mm for FANUC and ±0.05 mm for Doosan. On paper the two cover the same jobs.
Protection and speed
FANUC rates the CRX-10iA IP67, which suits machine tending with coolant and dusty environments. The M1013 is rated IP54. FANUC publishes 1000 mm/s in collaborative mode and 2000 mm/s in high-speed mode; Doosan publishes over 1 m/s TCP speed.
Sensing and programming
The M1013 has a torque sensor in every joint, giving sensitive collision detection and force control. The CRX-10iA stops on contact, supports hand guiding and tablet programming, and FANUC lists it for arc welding. The M1013 weighs 33 kg against 39 kg.
Best applications for the CRX-10iA
Machine tending with coolant
Collaborative arc welding
Small-case palletizing
Best applications for the Doosan M1013
Force-sensitive assembly
Machine tending
Packaging
CRX-10iA advantages
IP67
±0.05 mm repeatability
Hand guiding and welding support
CRX-10iA limitations
About $6,800 higher listed price
Doosan M1013 advantages
About 15% lower listed price
Torque sensors in all joints
33 kg arm
Doosan M1013 limitations
IP54
Final verdict
Choose the Doosan M1013 for value and force sensing. Choose the FANUC CRX-10iA for harsher cells and welding.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC CRX-10iA or the Doosan M1013?
The M1013 is listed from $39,200 and the CRX-10iA from $46,000, a difference of $6,800.
Do both cobots carry 10 kg?
Yes.
Which cobot has the longer reach?
The M1013 reaches 1300 mm; the CRX-10iA 1249 mm.
Which cobot has the better IP rating?
The CRX-10iA is rated IP67; the M1013 IP54.
Which cobot has joint torque sensors?
The M1013, in each of its six joints.
Which cobot should I buy?
Choose the M1013 for value. Choose the CRX-10iA for harsher cells and welding.
