MagicDog Y1 vs Unitree Go 1
Side-by-side comparison of MagicDog Y1 (Magiclab Robotics Technology (Wuxi) Co., Ltd.) and Unitree Go 1 (Unitree Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- MagicDog Y1China
- Unitree Go 1China
Year First Available
- MagicDog Y1—
- Unitree Go 12022
Verified Deployments
- MagicDog Y10 Deployments
- Unitree Go 10 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- MagicDog Y1Contact for quote
- Unitree Go 1$2,700 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- MagicDog Y14 hrs
- Unitree Go 14 hrs
Availability Status
- MagicDog Y1ACTIVE
- Unitree Go 1ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- MagicDog Y145 kg
- Unitree Go 110 kg
Max Speed
- MagicDog Y16 m/s
- Unitree Go 1—
IP Rating
- MagicDog Y1IP67
- Unitree Go 1IP54
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $2,700 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime | 4 hrs | 4 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 45 kg | 10 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 6 m/s | — |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP67 | IP54 |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Reach, Autonomy Level
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 | MagicDog Y1 | Unitree Go 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $2,700 |
| Payback period | — | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $247,300 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +9159% |
MagicDog Y1 has no listed price, so payback can't be computed. Contact the manufacturer for a quote.
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 MagicDog Y1 and Unitree Go 1?
MagicDog Y1 is made by Magiclab Robotics Technology (Wuxi) Co., Ltd., based in CN. Unitree Go 1 is made by Unitree Robotics, based in CN.
How do MagicDog Y1 and Unitree Go 1 compare on the Robo Index?
MagicDog Y1 grades BBB on the Robo Index. Unitree Go 1 grades A. 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.
What is the payload difference between MagicDog Y1 and Unitree Go 1?
MagicDog Y1 carries up to 45 kg. Unitree Go 1 carries up to 10 kg.
Are MagicDog Y1 and Unitree Go 1 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 MagicDog Y1 and Unitree Go 1?
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
MagicDog Y1 vs Unitree Go 1 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 Index is calculated.