CRX-30iA vs WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot
Side-by-side comparison of CRX-30iA (FANUC) and WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot (AE Robotics Co., Ltd.) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- CRX-30iAJapan
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing RobotChina
Year First Available
- CRX-30iA2021
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot—
Verified Deployments
- CRX-30iA0 Deployments
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- CRX-30iA$60,868–$67,989 USD
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot$4,400 USD
Availability Status
- CRX-30iAACTIVE
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing RobotACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- CRX-30iA135 kg
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot260 kg
Max TCP Speed
- CRX-30iA2 m/s
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot—
Payload
- CRX-30iA30 kg
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot20 kg
Reach
- CRX-30iA1,756 mm
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot1,600 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- CRX-30iA6
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot6
Repeatability
- CRX-30iA±0.05 mm
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot±0.04 mm
Mounting Options
- CRX-30iAfloor, ceiling, angle
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robotfloor
IP Rating
- CRX-30iAIP67
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing RobotIP54
Safety
Safety Rating
- CRX-30iAISO/TS 15066
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot—
Force/Torque Sensing
- CRX-30iAintegrated wrist ft
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot—
Ease of Use
No-Code Capable
- CRX-30iAYes
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot—
Offline Programming
- CRX-30iAYes
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot—
Programming Interface
- CRX-30iAFANUC programming interface with drag and drop technology
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robotteach_pendant
Software & Connectivity
Fieldbus Protocols
- CRX-30iA—
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing RobotEtherCAT
Commercial
Price (USD)
- CRX-30iA$60,868–$67,989 USD
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot$4,400 USD
Warranty
- CRX-30iA8 yrs
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot1 yrs
Lead Time
- CRX-30iA8 wks
- WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing 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 | $4,400 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 135 kg | 260 kg |
| Max TCP Speed (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 2 m/s | — |
| Payload (values differ) | 30 kg | 20 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,756 mm | 1,600 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.05 mm | ±0.04 mm |
| Mounting Options (values differ) | floor, ceiling, angle | floor |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP67 | IP54 |
| Safety | ||
| Safety Rating (values differ) | ISO/TS 15066 | — |
| Force/Torque Sensing (values differ) | integrated wrist ft | — |
| Ease of Use | ||
| No-Code Capable (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Programming Interface (values differ) | FANUC programming interface with drag and drop technology | teach_pendant |
| Software & Connectivity | ||
| Fieldbus Protocols (values differ) | — | EtherCAT |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $60,868–$67,989 USD | $4,400 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | 8 yrs | 1 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 | WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $64,428 | $4,400 |
| Payback period | 15.5 mo | 1.1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $185,572 | $245,600 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +288% | +5582% |
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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes CRX-30iA and WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot?
CRX-30iA is made by FANUC, based in JP. WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot is made by AE Robotics Co., Ltd., based in CN.
How do CRX-30iA and WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot compare on the Robo Score?
CRX-30iA scores 76.1 on the Robo Score. WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot scores 53.2. 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 WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot?
CRX-30iA has a reach of 1889 mm. WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing Robot has a reach of 1600 mm.
Are CRX-30iA and WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing 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 WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing 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 WAEB-20 Collaborative Palletizing 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.