FANUC CRX-20iA/L vs Elite Robots CS620: 20 kg Cobot Comparison
The FANUC CRX-20iA/L and the Elite Robots CS620 both carry 20 kg. The CS620 reaches 1800 mm, about 382 mm further, and is listed about 36% lower. The CRX-20iA/L weighs 41 kg, repeats to ±0.04 mm and is rated IP67.
Quick verdict. The Elite Robots CS620 is the better value for 20 kg palletizing that needs 1.8 m reach, with a listed price $20,000 lower. The FANUC CRX-20iA/L is the better choice for precise 20 kg handling, a lighter arm and FANUC plants.
CRX-20iA/L and CS620 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 Elite Robots CS620 carries 20 kg over 1800 mm, repeats to ±0.1 mm, weighs 60 kg and lists a 3.9 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-20iA/L | Elite Robots CS620 |
Brand | FANUC | Elite Robots |
Listed price | $55,900 | $35,900 |
Payload | 20 kg | 20 kg |
Reach | 1418 mm | 1800 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.04 mm | ±0.1 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | 1000 mm/s | 3.9 m/s |
Arm weight | 41 kg | 60 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | IP65 (IP68 optional) |
Controller | R-30iB Mini Plus | Standard AC control cabinet, 505 × 257 × 462 mm, 16 kg, IP44; OEM DC/AC controller optional |
Price comparison
FANUC CRX-20iA/L: listed from $55,900
Elite Robots CS620: listed from $35,900
Difference: $20,000
The CS620 costs roughly 36% less
Reach
The CS620 reaches 1800 mm, about 382 mm beyond the 1418 mm of the CRX-20iA/L. For case palletizing that covers a full pallet and higher stacks from one base. For machine tending, 1418 mm usually covers the door and the parts table.
Precision and weight
FANUC publishes ±0.04 mm against ±0.1 mm from Elite, which matters for insertion and precise placement at 20 kg. The CRX-20iA/L weighs 41 kg, 19 kg less than the 60 kg CS620, which simplifies carts and mobile bases.
Protection and controllers
FANUC rates the CRX-20iA/L IP67; Elite's catalog lists IP65 for the CS620, with an IP68 option. FANUC runs the CRX on the R-30iB Mini Plus with tablet programming; Elite uses its standard AC control cabinet, with an OEM DC/AC option.
Best applications for the CRX-20iA/L
Precise 20 kg handling
Cart-mounted cells
FANUC-standard plants
Best applications for the Elite Robots CS620
Case palletizing
Long-reach handling
Budget-limited 20 kg projects
CRX-20iA/L advantages
±0.04 mm repeatability
41 kg arm
IP67 as standard
CRX-20iA/L limitations
About $20,000 higher listed price
1418 mm reach
Elite Robots CS620 advantages
About 36% lower listed price
1800 mm reach
Elite Robots CS620 limitations
±0.1 mm repeatability
60 kg arm
Final verdict
Choose the Elite Robots CS620 for long-reach palletizing. Choose the FANUC CRX-20iA/L for precision and a light arm.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC CRX-20iA/L or the Elite Robots CS620?
The CS620 is listed from $35,900 and the CRX-20iA/L from $55,900, a difference of $20,000.
Which cobot has the longer reach?
The CS620 reaches 1800 mm; the CRX-20iA/L 1418 mm.
Which cobot is more precise?
The CRX-20iA/L publishes ±0.04 mm and the CS620 ±0.1 mm.
How heavy are they?
The CRX-20iA/L weighs 41 kg; the CS620 60 kg.
What IP ratings do they have?
The CRX-20iA/L is rated IP67; Elite's catalog lists IP65 for the CS620, with IP68 optional.
Which cobot should I buy?
Choose the CS620 for long-reach palletizing. Choose the CRX-20iA/L for precision.
