D1 Pro vs Laikago
Side-by-side comparison of D1 Pro (Agibot Innovation (Shanghai) Technology Co., Ltd.) and Laikago (Unitree Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- D1 ProChina
- LaikagoChina
Year First Available
- D1 Pro2024
- Laikago2017
Verified Deployments
- D1 Pro0 Deployments
- Laikago0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- D1 Pro$3,200–$3,850 USD
- Laikago$37,500 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- D1 Pro2 hrs
- Laikago3.5 hrs
Availability Status
- D1 ProACTIVE
- LaikagoACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- D1 Pro5 kg
- Laikago—
Max Speed
- D1 Pro3.5 m/s
- Laikago0.8 m/s
Autonomy Level
- D1 Pro—
- Laikagoteleoperated
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2024 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $3,200–$3,850 USD | $37,500 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 2 hrs | 3.5 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 5 kg | — |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 3.5 m/s | 0.8 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | teleoperated |
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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 | D1 Pro | Laikago |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $3,525 | $37,500 |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | 9.0 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $246,475 | $212,500 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +6992% | +567% |
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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes D1 Pro and Laikago?
D1 Pro is made by Agibot Innovation (Shanghai) Technology Co., Ltd., based in CN. Laikago is made by Unitree Robotics, based in CN.
When were D1 Pro and Laikago launched?
D1 Pro launched in 2024. Laikago launched in 2017.
How do D1 Pro and Laikago compare on the Robo Score?
D1 Pro scores 57.1 on the Robo Score. Laikago scores 64.3. 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.
Are D1 Pro and Laikago in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Quadruped on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between D1 Pro and Laikago?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: The quadruped vendor RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
D1 Pro vs Laikago compares two robots in the quadruped 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.