FANUC CRX-5iA vs Elite Robots CS63: Small Cobot Comparison
The FANUC CRX-5iA and the Elite Robots CS63 serve different cell sizes. The CRX-5iA carries 5 kg over 994 mm and is rated IP67. The CS63 carries 3 kg over 624 mm, repeats to ±0.02 mm, weighs 15 kg and is listed about 54% lower.
Quick verdict. The Elite Robots CS63 is the better value for light benchtop assembly and testing, with ±0.02 mm and a listed price $23,500 lower. The FANUC CRX-5iA is the better choice for 5 kg loads, a larger envelope and FANUC plants.
CRX-5iA and CS63 at a glance
The FANUC CRX-5iA carries 5 kg over 994 mm, repeats to ±0.03 mm, weighs 25 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 CS63 carries 3 kg over 624 mm, repeats to ±0.02 mm, weighs 15 kg and lists a 2.0 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-5iA | Elite Robots CS63 |
Brand | FANUC | Elite Robots |
Listed price | $43,200 | $19,700 |
Payload | 5 kg | 3 kg |
Reach | 994 mm | 624 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.03 mm | ±0.02 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Speed | 1000 mm/s (collaborative mode); 2000 mm/s (high-speed mode) | 2.0 m/s |
Arm weight | 25 kg | 15 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-5iA: listed from $43,200
Elite Robots CS63: listed from $19,700
Difference: $23,500
The CS63 costs roughly 54% less
Payload and reach
The CRX-5iA carries 5 kg, 2 kg more, over 994 mm, about 370 mm beyond the 624 mm of the CS63. That covers CNC loading and wider trays. The CS63 suits benchtop cells where parts sit close to the base.
Precision, weight and protection
Elite publishes ±0.02 mm for the CS63 against ±0.03 mm for the CRX-5iA. The CS63 weighs 15 kg, 10 kg less. FANUC rates the CRX-5iA IP67; Elite's catalog lists IP65 for the CS63, with an IP68 option.
Programming and controllers
The CRX-5iA uses drag-and-drop tablet programming and hand guiding on the R-30iB Mini Plus, with FANUC's option catalog and service network. The CS63 runs on Elite's standard AC control cabinet, with an OEM DC/AC controller as an option.
Best applications for the CRX-5iA
Small machine tending
5 kg handling
FANUC-standard plants
Best applications for the Elite Robots CS63
Benchtop assembly
Testing and inspection
Labs and education
CRX-5iA advantages
5 kg payload
994 mm reach
IP67 as standard
CRX-5iA limitations
About $23,500 higher listed price
Elite Robots CS63 advantages
About 54% lower listed price
±0.02 mm repeatability
15 kg arm
Elite Robots CS63 limitations
3 kg payload
624 mm reach
Final verdict
Choose the Elite Robots CS63 for light benchtop work. Choose the FANUC CRX-5iA for 5 kg loads and reach.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC CRX-5iA or the Elite Robots CS63?
The CS63 is listed from $19,700 and the CRX-5iA from $43,200, a difference of $23,500.
Which cobot carries more?
The CRX-5iA carries 5 kg; the CS63 3 kg.
Which cobot has the longer reach?
The CRX-5iA reaches 994 mm; the CS63 624 mm.
Which cobot is more precise?
The CS63 publishes ±0.02 mm and the CRX-5iA ±0.03 mm.
How heavy are they?
The CRX-5iA weighs 25 kg; the CS63 15 kg.
Which cobot should I buy?
Choose the CS63 for benchtop work. Choose the CRX-5iA for 5 kg loads.
