FANUC CRX-20iA/L vs FAIRINO FR20: 20 kg Cobot Comparison
The FANUC CRX-20iA/L and the FAIRINO FR20 both carry 20 kg. The FR20 reaches 1854 mm, about 436 mm further, publishes ±0.02 mm and is listed about 72% lower. The CRX-20iA/L weighs 41 kg, 34 kg less, and is rated IP67.
Quick verdict. The FAIRINO FR20 is the better value for 20 kg palletizing and long-reach handling, with a listed price $40,401 lower. The FANUC CRX-20iA/L is the better choice for a light 20 kg arm on carts or mobile bases and FANUC-standard plants.
CRX-20iA/L and FR20 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 FAIRINO FR20 carries 20 kg over 1854 mm, repeats to ±0.02 mm, weighs 75 kg, is rated IP66 and lists a 1 m/s typical TCP speed.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC CRX-20iA/L | FAIRINO FR20 |
Brand | FANUC | FAIRINO |
Listed price | $55,900 | $15,499 |
Payload | 20 kg | 20 kg |
Reach | 1418 mm | 1854 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.04 mm | ±0.02 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | 1000 mm/s | 1 m/s typical TCP speed |
Arm weight | 41 kg | 75 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | IP66 |
Controller | R-30iB Mini Plus | Not specified |
Price comparison
FANUC CRX-20iA/L: listed from $55,900
FAIRINO FR20: listed from $15,499
Difference: $40,401
The FR20 costs roughly 72% less
Reach
The FR20 reaches 1854 mm, about 436 mm beyond the 1418 mm of the CRX-20iA/L. For case palletizing that covers full pallets and higher stacks without a lift column. For machine tending, 1418 mm is usually enough.
Weight and precision
The CRX-20iA/L weighs 41 kg, about 34 kg less than the 75 kg FR20, which simplifies carts, columns and mobile bases. FAIRINO publishes ±0.02 mm against ±0.04 mm from FANUC. Both resist dust and water jets: IP67 and IP66.
Ecosystem and support
The CRX-20iA/L runs on the R-30iB Mini Plus with tablet programming, hand guiding and FANUC's palletizing and safety options, backed by FANUC's global service. The FR20 uses FAIRINO's own controller and software.
Best applications for the CRX-20iA/L
Light-base 20 kg handling
Mobile and cart-mounted cells
FANUC-standard plants
Best applications for the FAIRINO FR20
Case palletizing
Long-reach handling
Budget-limited 20 kg projects
CRX-20iA/L advantages
41 kg arm
IP67 protection
CRX-20iA/L limitations
About $40,401 higher listed price
1418 mm reach
FAIRINO FR20 advantages
About 72% lower listed price
1854 mm reach
±0.02 mm repeatability
FAIRINO FR20 limitations
75 kg arm
Final verdict
Choose the FAIRINO FR20 for long-reach value. Choose the FANUC CRX-20iA/L for a light arm and FANUC plants.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC CRX-20iA/L or the FAIRINO FR20?
The FR20 is listed from $15,499 and the CRX-20iA/L from $55,900, a difference of $40,401.
Which cobot has the longer reach?
The FR20 reaches 1854 mm; the CRX-20iA/L 1418 mm.
How heavy are they?
The CRX-20iA/L weighs 41 kg; the FR20 75 kg.
Which cobot is more precise?
The FR20 publishes ±0.02 mm and the CRX-20iA/L ±0.04 mm.
What IP ratings do they have?
The CRX-20iA/L is rated IP67 and the FR20 IP66.
Which cobot should I buy?
Choose the FR20 for reach and value. Choose the CRX-20iA/L for a light arm.
