Quick Take
If you're deciding among these industrial robotics cobots, the real question is how much reach and controller support you need versus what you're willing to spend. The four listings span from USD 2,000 for a unit labeled "For parts or not working" to USD 16,999 for a New - Open box FANUC CR-7iA/L. In between, the used FANUC CR-7iA is listed at USD 15,399 with a 717 mm arm and an R30iB Mate Plus controller, while the Hans Elfin Collaborative Robot 3.5kg is listed at USD 7,495 with a 950mm arm. If you want a complete FANUC package, the price difference between the used CR-7iA and the open-box CR-7iA/L is about $1,600. If you want the longest listed reach for a lower price, the Hans Elfin is worth a close look. If you need a parts/repair project, the $2,000 unit is the only one marked for parts.
Listed Price Comparison
| Product | Listed Price | Price Bar | Key Specs |
|---|---|---|---|
| FANUC CR-7iA Collaborative Robot | USD 15,399.00 | Arm reach 717 mm | Payload 7 kg | R30iB Mate Plus | Used | |
| BRAND NEW FANUC CR-7iA/L Collaborative Robot | USD 16,999.00 | Arm reach 911 mm | Payload 7 kg | R30iB Mate Plus | New - Open box | |
| Hans Elfin Collaborative Robot 3.5kg | USD 7,495.00 | Arm reach 950mm | Used | |
| universal collaborative robot 15-12-0271-3 | USD 2,000.00 | For parts or not working |
Decision Matrix
- Longest FANUC reach: The CR-7iA/L. Its 911 mm arm reach beats the used CR-7iA by 194 mm while keeping the same 7 kg payload rating and R30iB Mate Plus controller.
- Compact FANUC reach for less: The used CR-7iA. Same payload and controller, but a 717 mm arm and a listed price $1,600 below the open-box CR-7iA/L.
- Longest reach at the lowest running-arm price: The Hans Elfin. Its 950mm arm is longer than both FANUCs, and its listed price is about $7,900 below the used FANUC.
- Parts or repair project: The universal collaborative robot 15-12-0271-3. At USD 2,000, it's the only unit in this group marked "For parts or not working."
FANUC CR-7iA Collaborative Robot w/ 1 Year Fanuc Warranty w/ R30iB Mate Plus
The used FANUC CR-7iA is the compact controller-integrated choice. At USD 15,399.00, it's $1,600 less than the open-box CR-7iA/L but has a 717 mm arm instead of 911 mm. The listed payload is 7 kg, and the package includes the R30iB Mate Plus controller, master counts, original software stick, and pendent, per the description. The title also mentions a 1-year Fanuc warranty, which is helpful if you want manufacturer-backed support. Choose this arm when your cell can work with 717 mm of reach and you want the same controller as the longer model. The limitation is the used condition and the shorter reach, so check the arm and controller before committing it to a tight production cell.
BRAND NEW FANUC CR-7iA/L Collaborative Robot w/ R30iB Mate Plus w/1 Year WARRANY
The longest-reach FANUC here is listed at USD 16,999.00 and described as New - Open box. Its 911 mm arm reach clears the used CR-7iA by 194 mm while keeping the same 7 kg payload rating and R30iB Mate Plus controller. A 1-year Fanuc warranty is also noted in the listing. Pick this one when the extra reach matters and you want an open-box unit rather than a used arm. The trade-off is the highest listed price in the group, so you're paying roughly $1,600 more than the used CR-7iA for the longer arm and the condition tag. If your application reaches just short of 911 mm, this is the FANUC to pick.
Hans Elfin Collaborative Robot 3.5kg
At USD 7,495.00, the Hans Elfin is the mid-priced arm and the one with the longest listed reach in this roundup at 950mm. The condition is Used, and the description says it was used for R&D. If your priority is a long-reach cobot without a FANUC controller requirement, this is the one to weigh. The description also notes that the gripper shown in video is not included, so plan for end-of-arm tooling separately. The limitation is that the listing presents a used arm from Hans Robot; you'll need to plan your own controller and integration.
universal collaborative robot 15-12-0271-3
The USD 2,000.00 listing is the only one explicitly marked "For parts or not working." The product name gives the model 15-12-0271-3, and the condition is the key feature. Use this as a donor arm or a repair project when you need a low-cost base, not as a run-ready production unit. The description also frames the seller as a marine spares and electrical supplies vendor, which may be useful context, but the robot itself is not presented as working. The limitation is the "For parts or not working" condition, so treat it as a parts source and build from there.
Final Recommendation by Use Case
- FANUC long-reach cell: Choose the BRAND NEW FANUC CR-7iA/L Collaborative Robot for the 911 mm reach, 7 kg payload, and R30iB Mate Plus controller.
- FANUC compact cell: Choose the FANUC CR-7iA Collaborative Robot for the 717 mm reach, same payload and controller, and a lower listed price.
- Lower-priced long-reach arm: Choose the Hans Elfin Collaborative Robot 3.5kg for 950mm reach at USD 7,495.00.
- Parts/repair project: Choose the universal collaborative robot 15-12-0271-3 at USD 2,000.00, but only as a donor or for-parts arm.
