FANUC CRX-10iA vs Elite Robots CS612: Cobot Comparison
The FANUC CRX-10iA and the Elite Robots CS612 both repeat to ±0.05 mm over about 1.25–1.3 m. The CS612 carries 12 kg, weighs 34 kg and is listed about 28% lower. The CRX-10iA is rated IP67 and runs on FANUC's controller.
Quick verdict. The Elite Robots CS612 is the better value for 12 kg handling and tending, with 2 kg more payload and a listed price $13,100 lower. The FANUC CRX-10iA is the better choice for FANUC-standard plants, collaborative welding packages and FANUC service.
CRX-10iA and CS612 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 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 | Elite Robots CS612 |
Brand | FANUC | Elite Robots |
Listed price | $46,000 | $32,900 |
Payload | 10 kg | 12 kg |
Reach | 1249 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: listed from $46,000
Elite Robots CS612: listed from $32,900
Difference: $13,100
The CS612 costs roughly 28% less
Payload and reach
The CS612 carries 12 kg, 2 kg more, over 1304 mm, about 55 mm beyond the 1249 mm of the CRX-10iA. Both publish ±0.05 mm, so the extra payload and lower price are the CS612's main arguments.
Protection and weight
FANUC rates the CRX-10iA IP67 for the body, wrist and J3 arm. Elite's catalog lists IP65 for the CS612, with an IP68 option. Both can work near coolant and dust. The CS612 weighs 34 kg, 5 kg less than the 39 kg CRX-10iA.
Programming and controllers
The CRX-10iA uses drag-and-drop tablet programming and hand guiding on the R-30iB Mini Plus, with FANUC's welding, vision 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
FANUC-standard plants
Collaborative arc welding
Cells needing FANUC service contracts
Best applications for the Elite Robots CS612
12 kg handling
Machine tending
Mobile and AGV-mounted arms
CRX-10iA advantages
IP67 as standard
FANUC controller and service network
CRX-10iA limitations
About $13,100 higher listed price
10 kg payload
Elite Robots CS612 advantages
About 28% lower listed price
12 kg payload
34 kg arm
Elite Robots CS612 limitations
Smaller service network than FANUC
Final verdict
Choose the Elite Robots CS612 for payload and value. Choose the FANUC CRX-10iA for FANUC plants.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC CRX-10iA or the Elite Robots CS612?
The CS612 is listed from $32,900 and the CRX-10iA from $46,000, a difference of $13,100.
Which cobot carries more?
The CS612 carries 12 kg; the CRX-10iA 10 kg.
Which cobot is more precise?
Both publish ±0.05 mm.
What IP ratings do they have?
The CRX-10iA is rated IP67; Elite's catalog lists IP65 for the CS612, with IP68 optional.
How heavy are they?
The CRX-10iA weighs 39 kg; the CS612 34 kg.
Which cobot should I buy?
Choose the CS612 for payload and value. Choose the CRX-10iA for FANUC plants.
