CRX-30iA vs Elfin Collaborative Robot
Side-by-side comparison of CRX-30iA (FANUC) and Elfin Collaborative Robot (Guangdong Huayan Robotics Co.,Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- CRX-30iAJapan
- Elfin Collaborative RobotChina
Year First Available
- CRX-30iA2021
- Elfin Collaborative Robot—
Verified Deployments
- CRX-30iA0 Deployments
- Elfin Collaborative Robot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- CRX-30iA$60,868–$67,989 USD
- Elfin Collaborative RobotContact for quote
Availability Status
- CRX-30iAACTIVE
- Elfin Collaborative RobotACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- CRX-30iA30 kg
- Elfin Collaborative Robot15 kg
Robot Weight
- CRX-30iA135 kg
- Elfin Collaborative Robot70 kg
Max TCP Speed
- CRX-30iA2 m/s
- Elfin Collaborative Robot—
Reach
- CRX-30iA1,756 mm
- Elfin Collaborative Robot1,800 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- CRX-30iA6
- Elfin Collaborative Robot6
Repeatability
- CRX-30iA±0.05 mm
- Elfin Collaborative Robot±0.05 mm
Mounting Options
- CRX-30iAfloor, ceiling, angle
- Elfin Collaborative Robot—
IP Rating
- CRX-30iAIP67
- Elfin Collaborative RobotIP54
Safety
Safety Rating
- CRX-30iAISO/TS 15066
- Elfin Collaborative RobotISO 10218, EN ISO13849-1:2008
Force/Torque Sensing
- CRX-30iAintegrated wrist ft
- Elfin Collaborative Robotnone
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- CRX-30iAYes
- Elfin Collaborative RobotYes
Offline Programming
- CRX-30iAYes
- Elfin Collaborative RobotNo
Programming Interface
- CRX-30iAFANUC programming interface with drag and drop technology
- Elfin Collaborative Robotteach_pendant, no_code_gui
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- CRX-30iA—
- Elfin Collaborative RobotTCP/IP, ModbusTCP
Commercial
Price (USD)
- CRX-30iA$60,868–$67,989 USD
- Elfin Collaborative RobotContact for quote
Warranty
- CRX-30iA8 yrs
- Elfin Collaborative Robot—
Lead Time
- CRX-30iA8 wks
- Elfin Collaborative Robot—
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2021 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $60,868–$67,989 USD | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 30 kg | 15 kg |
| Robot Weight (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 135 kg | 70 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 2 m/s | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,756 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor, ceiling, angle | — |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP67 | IP54 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | ISO 10218, EN ISO13849-1:2008 |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | integrated wrist ft | none |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | Yes | No |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | FANUC programming interface with drag and drop technology | teach_pendant, no_code_gui |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | TCP/IP, ModbusTCP |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $60,868–$67,989 USD | Contact for quote |
| Warranty (values differ) | 8 yrs | — |
| Lead Time (values differ) | 8 wks | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, TCP Speed (Collaborative), Power/Force Limiting, Safety I/O Pairs, Duty Cycle, Setup Time, Time to Redeploy, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer Support, Integrated F/T Sensor, Wrist Power Supply, SDK Languages, ROS Compatible, Digital Twin Support, MTBF, Path Accuracy, CaaS / Month
ROI Comparison
Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.
Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | CRX-30iA | Elfin Collaborative Robot |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $64,428 | No price |
| Payback period | 15.5 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $185,572 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +288% | — |
Elfin Collaborative Robot has no listed price, so payback can't be computed. Contact the manufacturer for a quote.
Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.
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Frequently asked
Who makes CRX-30iA and Elfin Collaborative Robot?
CRX-30iA is made by FANUC, based in JP. Elfin Collaborative Robot is made by Guangdong Huayan Robotics Co.,Ltd., based in CN.
How do CRX-30iA and Elfin Collaborative Robot compare on the Robo Score?
CRX-30iA scores 76.1 on the Robo Score. Elfin Collaborative Robot scores 60.5. The Robo Score is a 0–100 credibility figure blending commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
How does the reach of CRX-30iA compare to Elfin Collaborative Robot?
CRX-30iA has a reach of 1889 mm. Elfin Collaborative Robot has a reach of 1300 mm.
Are CRX-30iA and Elfin Collaborative Robot in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Cobot on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Cobot robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Cobot TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Cobot TCO and Payback Math: Hardware, EOAT, and Zero-Fencing Savings.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between CRX-30iA and Elfin Collaborative Robot?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Cobot Vendor Red Flags: Questions That Filter Out the Marketing.
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CRX-30iA vs Elfin Collaborative Robot compares two robots in the cobot category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Score is calculated.