Spot Gamma vs Unitree As2
Side-by-side comparison of Spot Gamma (Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary)) and Unitree As2 (Unitree Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Spot GammaUnited States
- Unitree As2China
Year First Available
- Spot Gamma—
- Unitree As22026
Verified Deployments
- Spot Gamma0 Deployments
- Unitree As20 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Spot Gamma$74,500–$75,000 USD
- Unitree As2$100,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Spot Gamma1.5 hrs
- Unitree As24 hrs
Availability Status
- Spot GammaACTIVE
- Unitree As2ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Spot Gamma14 kg
- Unitree As215 kg
Max Speed
- Spot Gamma—
- Unitree As25 m/s
IP Rating
- Spot GammaIP54
- Unitree As2—
Autonomy Level
- Spot Gamma—
- Unitree As2fully autonomous
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2026 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $74,500–$75,000 USD | $100,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 1.5 hrs | 4 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 14 kg | 15 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 5 m/s |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP54 | — |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | fully autonomous |
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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 | Spot Gamma | Unitree As2 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $74,750 | $100,000 |
| Payback period | 17.9 mo | 24.0 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $175,250 | $150,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +234% | +150% |
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 Spot Gamma and Unitree As2?
Spot Gamma is made by Boston Dynamics, Inc. (Hyundai Motor Group subsidiary), based in US. Unitree As2 is made by Unitree Robotics, based in CN.
How do Spot Gamma and Unitree As2 compare on the Robo Index?
Spot Gamma grades AA on the Robo Index. Unitree As2 grades BB. 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 Spot Gamma and Unitree As2?
Spot Gamma carries up to 14 kg. Unitree As2 carries up to 15 kg.
Are Spot Gamma and Unitree As2 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 Spot Gamma 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: The quadruped vendor RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
Spot Gamma vs Unitree As2 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.