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Unitree R1

Unitree Robotics · China · Humanoid robots

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Unitree R1 is a robot in the “Humanoid robot” category from Unitree Robotics (China). Launch: 2025. Current status: Available. The model is 123 cm tall and weighs 29 kg. It has 26 degrees of freedom. A single charge lasts about 1 hrs. Its payload is 10 kg. Price according to our sources: $4,290 – $10,500 (€9,930 – €33,200). Typical use cases: Education, Research, Entertainment, Consumer/hobby, Showroom.

Height123 cm
Weight29 kg
Degrees of freedom (total)26
Runtime per charge1 hrs
Payload10 kg
Top speed9 km/h

Key specs

Design
CategoryHumanoid robots
LocomotionBipedal
Height123 cm
Weight29 kg
Degrees of freedom (total)26
Hands / grippersFixed fists (Air/Standard); optional Dex hands with tactile sensing (EDU U3+)
ActuatorsUnitree smart actuators, quasi-direct drive without harmonic gearing
Performance
Payload10 kg
Top speed9 km/h (2.5 m/s)
Runtime per charge1 hrs
Intelligence & sensors
SensorsBinocular camera (AIR: monocular), 4-microphone array, Joint encoders, Binocular camera, Monocular camera (Air), Binocular/stereo camera (Standard/EDU), Binocular stereo camera (220° FoV)
Compute / AI chip8-core CPU; EDU optionally Orin 40-100 TOPS
AI modelIntegrated multimodal LLM (speech & vision)
SDK / programmingOpen control interfaces for joints and sensors
Market & availability
ManufacturerUnitree Robotics
CountryChina
Launch2025
StatusAvailable
Price$4,290 – $10,500 (€9,930 – €33,200)
Available inglobal, CN, DACH, global (AliExpress since 04/2026)
Use casesEducation, Research, Entertainment, Consumer/hobby, Showroom, Show, Movement, Voice interaction, Education, Hobby, Developers, Universities

Values from manufacturer information and independent sources. Where sources conflict, we state the range in the pricing details or under “Good to know”.

Good to know

  • One of the most affordable full-featured humanoids
  • AIR: 27 kg, 20 DoF
  • Quick-swap battery
  • OTA updates
  • April 2026 on AliExpress for USD 4,900
  • Most affordable Unitree humanoid
  • 26 joints: 6/leg, 5/arm, 2 waist, 2 head
  • Dimensions 1230×357×190 mm
  • 8-month warranty
  • DOF: Air 20, Standard 26, EDU 26-40
  • Weight 27 kg (Air) / 29 kg (Standard/EDU)
  • Acrobatics out of the box (cartwheel, handstand)
  • WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2
  • No CE certification
  • Planned 2026 volume: 10,000-20,000
  • RadarScore 3.4/10
  • Most affordable full humanoid from Unitree
  • 'Born for sport'
  • Fall recovery

Use cases

  • Education
  • Research
  • Entertainment
  • Consumer/hobby
  • Showroom
  • Show
  • Movement
  • Voice interaction
  • Education
  • Hobby
  • Developers
  • Universities

Pricing details

R1 AIR USD 4,900, R1 USD 5,900, R1 EDU on request (RoboZaps: USD 10,500); R1-D from USD 4,290. · Unitree list price USD 5,900 · R1 Air USD 4,900, Standard USD 5,900, EDU U1 ~USD 10,500 (as of Jul 22, 2026); DE: Base EUR 9,996 (quadruped.de), EUR 9,930 (Reichelt), EDU U1 EUR 15,708, EDU U2 EUR 17,700, EDU up to EUR 33,200 (Reichelt); all-in import ~EUR 6,000-7,200. Leobotics: EUR 1,785-39,650. · Base USD 5,900, Pro configuration ~USD 16,000

Conclusion

Unitree R1 from Unitree Robotics is a currently available model in the “Humanoid robots” category. Strengths according to our data: cheaper than 97% of the models in its category. Best suited for: Education, Research, Entertainment. In the comparison tool, you can put the model right next to alternatives. Open in the comparison tool

Frequently asked questions

How much does Unitree R1 cost?

According to our sources, Unitree R1 costs $4,290 – $10,500 (€9,930 – €33,200). R1 AIR USD 4,900, R1 USD 5,900, R1 EDU on request (RoboZaps: USD 10,500); R1-D from USD 4,290. · Unitree list price USD 5,900 · R1 Air USD 4,900, Standard USD 5,900, EDU U1 ~USD 10,500 (as of Jul 22, 2026); DE: Base EUR 9,996 (quadruped.de), EUR 9,930 (Reichelt), EDU U1 EUR 15,708, EDU U2 EUR 17,700, EDU up to EUR …

How tall and how heavy is Unitree R1?

Unitree R1: height 123 cm, weight 29 kg.

How long does Unitree R1 run on a single charge?

About 1 hrs, according to the manufacturer.

Can you buy Unitree R1?

Yes, Unitree R1 is available. Available in: global, CN, DACH, global (AliExpress since 04/2026).

How many degrees of freedom does Unitree R1 have?

Unitree R1 has 26 degrees of freedom (total).

What sensors does Unitree R1 have?

Unitree R1 uses: Binocular camera (AIR: monocular), 4-microphone array, Joint encoders, Binocular camera, Monocular camera (Air), Binocular/stereo camera (Standard/EDU), Binocular stereo camera (220° FoV).

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Sources

  1. unitree.com/R1
  2. blog.robozaps.com/b/humanoid-robot-price
  3. robohorizon.com/en-us/news/2026/04/unitree-r1-humanoid-hits-aliexpress-with-a-shocking-490
  4. terra-robotics.de/pages/robotervergleich-humanoide-roboter
  5. roboterradar.de/humanoid/unitree-r1/
  6. roboterradar.de/preise/
  7. de.leobotics.com/comparateur-robot/robot-humanoide-r1-unitree-intelligent-agile-et-program
  8. humanoid.guide/product/unitree-r1/

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