Alpha1 Pro vs Robbyant R1
Side-by-side comparison of Alpha1 Pro (UBTECH Robotics Corp Ltd.) and Robbyant R1 (Ant Lingbo Technology) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Alpha1 ProChina
- Robbyant R1China
Year First Available
- Alpha1 Pro2016
- Robbyant R12025
Verified Deployments
- Alpha1 Pro0 Deployments
- Robbyant R10 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Alpha1 Pro$469 USD
- Robbyant R1$55,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Alpha1 Pro1 hrs
- Robbyant R1—
Availability Status
- Alpha1 ProACTIVE
- Robbyant R1ACTIVE
Physical Form Factor
Weight
- Alpha1 Pro1.6 kg
- Robbyant R1110 kg
Height
- Alpha1 Pro40.64 cm
- Robbyant R1170 mm
Mobility Type
- Alpha1 Probipedal
- Robbyant R1—
Humanoid Subtype
- Alpha1 Profull bipedal
- Robbyant R1—
Walking Speed
- Alpha1 Pro—
- Robbyant R11.5 m/s
Stair Climbing
- Alpha1 ProNo
- Robbyant R1No
Terrain
- Alpha1 Proindoor
- Robbyant R1flat indoor, uneven outdoor
Payload & Dexterity
Total DOF
- Alpha1 Pro16
- Robbyant R134
Arm DOF
- Alpha1 Pro3
- Robbyant R12
Bimanual Coordination
- Alpha1 ProNo
- Robbyant R1No
Compute & AI
Onboard Compute
- Alpha1 ProRM 32-Bit Cortex-A7 CPU: 900MHz
- Robbyant R1MX6800 depth engine chip
VLM Capable
- Alpha1 ProNo
- Robbyant R1No
Foundation Models
- Alpha1 Profalse
- Robbyant R1—
Imitation Learning
- Alpha1 ProNo
- Robbyant R1No
Programming
- Alpha1 ProBlockly Coding
- Robbyant R1Open-source
Battery & Power
Runtime
- Alpha1 Pro1 hrs
- Robbyant R1—
Battery Capacity
- Alpha1 Pro0 kWh
- Robbyant R1—
Charging Method
- Alpha1 Promanual swap
- Robbyant R1—
Battery Swap
- Alpha1 ProNo
- Robbyant R1No
Software
SDK Languages
- Alpha1 ProPython
- Robbyant R1Python
ROS Support
- Alpha1 ProNo
- Robbyant R1No
Open API
- Alpha1 ProNo
- Robbyant R1Yes
Reliability
Deployment Maturity
- Alpha1 Procommercial
- Robbyant R1commercial
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Alpha1 Pro$469 USD
- Robbyant R1$55,000 USD
Price Tier
- Alpha1 Pro<10K
- Robbyant R140-80K
Pricing Model
- Alpha1 Procapex
- Robbyant R1—
Applications
- Alpha1 Proeducation
- Robbyant R1hospitality, medical assistance, tour guiding, cooking
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2025 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $469 USD | $55,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 1 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical Form Factor | ||
| Weight (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 1.6 kg | 110 kg |
| Height (values differ) | 40.64 cm | 170 mm |
| Mobility Type (values differ) | bipedal | — |
| Humanoid Subtype (values differ) | full bipedal | — |
| Walking Speed (values differ) | — | 1.5 m/s |
| Stair Climbing | No | No |
| Terrain (values differ) | indoor | flat indoor, uneven outdoor |
| Payload & Dexterity | ||
| Total DOF (values differ) | 16 | 34 |
| Arm DOF (values differ) | 3 | 2 |
| Bimanual Coordination | No | No |
| Compute & AI | ||
| Onboard Compute (values differ) | RM 32-Bit Cortex-A7 CPU: 900MHz | MX6800 depth engine chip |
| VLM Capable | No | No |
| Foundation Models (values differ) | false | — |
| Imitation Learning | No | No |
| Programming (values differ) | Blockly Coding | Open-source |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Runtime (values differ) | 1 hrs | — |
| Battery Capacity (values differ) | 0 kWh | — |
| Charging Method (values differ) | manual swap | — |
| Battery Swap | No | No |
| Software | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | Python | Python |
| ROS Support | No | No |
| Open API (values differ) | No | Yes |
| Reliability | ||
| Deployment Maturity | commercial | commercial |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $469 USD | $55,000 USD |
| Price Tier (values differ) | <10K | 40-80K |
| Pricing Model (values differ) | capex | — |
| Applications (values differ) | education | hospitality, medical assistance, tour guiding, cooking |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Running Capable, Payload, Payload (Peak), Hand DOF, Arm Reach, Grip Strength, Manipulation Repeatability, Tool Use, Compute Platform, Teleoperation, Charging Time, Avg Power Consumption, Force-Limited Arms, Fall Recovery, Fall Detection Response, Emergency Stops, Human Detection Method, Safe Speed Near Humans, Simulation Platforms, Air-Gap Capable, MTBF, Task Success Rate, IP Rating, Noise Level, RaaS / Month, Developer Unit Price, Delivery Lead Time, Warranty, Production Pilots
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 | Alpha1 Pro | Robbyant R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $469 | $55,000 |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | 13.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $249,531 | $195,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +53205% | +355% |
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 Alpha1 Pro and Robbyant R1?
Alpha1 Pro is made by UBTECH Robotics Corp Ltd., based in CN. Robbyant R1 is made by Ant Lingbo Technology, based in CN.
When were Alpha1 Pro and Robbyant R1 launched?
Alpha1 Pro launched in 2016. Robbyant R1 launched in 2025.
How much does Alpha1 Pro cost compared to Robbyant R1?
Alpha1 Pro is listed at $469. Robbyant R1 is listed at $55,000.
How do Alpha1 Pro and Robbyant R1 compare on the Robo Index?
Alpha1 Pro grades BB on the Robo Index. Robbyant R1 grades AA. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Alpha1 Pro and Robbyant R1 in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Humanoid on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Humanoid robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Humanoid TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Humanoid TCO: Hardware, Cloud Subscriptions, and the Cost of Teleop Time.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Alpha1 Pro and Robbyant R1?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Vendor Selection for Humanoids: The 10 Questions You Must Ask.
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About this comparison
Alpha1 Pro vs Robbyant R1 compares two robots in the humanoid category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Index is calculated.