AIR12SC1000 vs Unitree As2
Side-by-side comparison of AIR12SC1000 (AE Robotics Co., Ltd.) and Unitree As2 (Unitree Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- AIR12SC1000China
- Unitree As2China
Year First Available
- AIR12SC10002020
- Unitree As22026
Verified Deployments
- AIR12SC10000 Deployments
- Unitree As20 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- AIR12SC1000$11,100
- Unitree As2$1,600
Battery / Shift Runtime
- AIR12SC1000—
- Unitree As24 hrs
Availability Status
- AIR12SC1000ACTIVE
- Unitree As2ACTIVE
Cross-Category Comparison
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2020 | 2026 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $11,100 | $1,600 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | — | 4 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
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Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes AIR12SC1000 and Unitree As2?
AIR12SC1000 is made by AE Robotics Co., Ltd., based in CN. Unitree As2 is made by Unitree Robotics, based in CN.
When were AIR12SC1000 and Unitree As2 launched?
AIR12SC1000 launched in 2020. Unitree As2 launched in 2026.
How much does AIR12SC1000 cost compared to Unitree As2?
AIR12SC1000 is listed at $11,100. Unitree As2 is listed at $1,600.
How do AIR12SC1000 and Unitree As2 compare on the Robolist Product Score?
AIR12SC1000 scores 64/100. Unitree As2 scores 64/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
What is the payload difference between AIR12SC1000 and Unitree As2?
AIR12SC1000 carries up to 12 kg. Unitree As2 carries up to 15 kg.
Are AIR12SC1000 and Unitree As2 comparable?
AIR12SC1000 is categorized as Industrial Arm; Unitree As2 as Quadruped. The Product Score is calculated per category, so the absolute scores reflect their respective category tiers.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Industrial Arm And Quadruped robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Industrial Arm And Quadruped TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: TCO of a 6-Axis Arm Cell: Hardware, EOAT, Integration, Programming.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between AIR12SC1000 and Unitree As2?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Industrial Arm Vendor Selection: Capability Matrices and Proof Points.
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About this comparison
AIR12SC1000 vs Unitree As2 compares two robots in the industrial-arm and quadruped categories. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robolist Product Score is calculated.