FANUC CRX-20iA/L vs DOBOT CR20A: 20 kg Cobot Comparison
The FANUC CRX-20iA/L and the DOBOT CR20A both carry 20 kg. The CR20A reaches 1700 mm, about 282 mm further, and is listed about 45% lower. The CRX-20iA/L weighs 41 kg, 32 kg less, repeats to ±0.04 mm and is rated IP67.
Quick verdict. The DOBOT CR20A is the better value for 20 kg palletizing that needs 1.7 m reach, with a listed price $25,100 lower. The FANUC CRX-20iA/L is the better choice for a light 20 kg arm, harsh environments and FANUC plants.
CRX-20iA/L and CR20A at a glance
The FANUC CRX-20iA/L carries 20 kg over 1418 mm, repeats to ±0.04 mm, weighs 41 kg, is rated IP67 and runs on the R-30iB Mini Plus controller. FANUC lists 1000 mm/s in both collaborative and high-speed mode.
The DOBOT CR20A carries 20 kg over a 1700 mm working radius, repeats to ±0.05 mm, weighs 73 kg and lists a 5.5 m/s maximum linear speed. DOBOT names IP54 protection for the CRA series.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC CRX-20iA/L | DOBOT CR20A |
Brand | FANUC | DOBOT |
Listed price | $55,900 | $30,800 |
Payload | 20 kg | 20 kg |
Reach | 1418 mm | 1700 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.04 mm | ±0.05 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | 1000 mm/s | 5.5 m/s max. linear speed |
Arm weight | 41 kg | 73 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | IP54 |
Controller | R-30iB Mini Plus | Not specified |
Price comparison
FANUC CRX-20iA/L: listed from $55,900
DOBOT CR20A: listed from $30,800
Difference: $25,100
The CR20A costs roughly 45% less
Reach
The CR20A reaches 1700 mm, about 282 mm beyond the 1418 mm of the CRX-20iA/L. For case palletizing that covers a full pallet and higher stacks from one base position. In machine tending, 1418 mm is usually enough.
Weight, precision and protection
The CRX-20iA/L weighs 41 kg, about 32 kg less than the 73 kg CR20A, which simplifies carts, columns and mobile bases. FANUC publishes ±0.04 mm against ±0.05 mm from DOBOT, and rates the CRX-20iA/L IP67 against IP54 for the CRA series.
Programming and controllers
The CRX-20iA/L uses drag-and-drop tablet programming and hand guiding on the R-30iB Mini Plus. DOBOT programs the CR20A with its graphical software and hand guiding. FANUC lists the CRX-20iA/L for handling, palletizing and machine tending.
Best applications for the CRX-20iA/L
Machine tending near coolant
Light-base 20 kg handling
FANUC-standard plants
Best applications for the DOBOT CR20A
Case palletizing
Long-reach handling
Budget-limited 20 kg projects
CRX-20iA/L advantages
41 kg arm
IP67 protection
±0.04 mm repeatability
CRX-20iA/L limitations
About $25,100 higher listed price
1418 mm reach
DOBOT CR20A advantages
About 45% lower listed price
1700 mm working radius
DOBOT CR20A limitations
73 kg arm
IP54 protection
Final verdict
Choose the DOBOT CR20A for long-reach palletizing on a budget. Choose the FANUC CRX-20iA/L for a light arm and harsh environments.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC CRX-20iA/L or the DOBOT CR20A?
The CR20A is listed from $30,800 and the CRX-20iA/L from $55,900, a difference of $25,100.
Which cobot has the longer reach?
The CR20A reaches 1700 mm; the CRX-20iA/L 1418 mm.
How heavy are they?
The CRX-20iA/L weighs 41 kg; the CR20A 73 kg.
Which cobot is more precise?
The CRX-20iA/L publishes ±0.04 mm and the CR20A ±0.05 mm.
Which cobot is better protected?
The CRX-20iA/L is rated IP67; DOBOT names IP54 for the CRA series.
Which cobot should I buy?
Choose the CR20A for long-reach palletizing. Choose the CRX-20iA/L for a light arm.
