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Unitree R1

Built by Unitree Robotics · China

Updated Jul 2026·methodology
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The Unitree R1 is a Humanoid robot developed by Unitree Robotics (China), launched 2025, listed at $5,900 USD (unverified). Key specifications: form factor full bipedal, height 121 cm, mobility bipedal, total dof 26.

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Commercial maturity15%unknown
Deployment footprint22%unknown
Proven track record9%unknown
Spec completeness11%60/100
Company financial health15%89/100
Company maturity4%50/100
Manufacturer portfolio4%100/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)15%unknown
Independent recognition3%unknown
Market momentum1%45/100
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Overview

Ultra-lightweight, fully customizable humanoid robot with agile mobility and a range of degrees of freedom for complex scenarios. Equipped with advanced features such as a large multimodal model, open control interfaces, and a powerful computing module.

Buyer decision signals

Viability

$97.4M raisedest. 2016

YY Group announced deployment of Unitree G1 Edu Ultimate B-U4 robots

Price

$5,900

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Specifications

Category: Humanoid
Form factor
full bipedal
Height
121 cm
Mobility
bipedal
Total DOF
26
Battery
1 h
Hot-swap battery
No
Onboard compute
NVIDIA Jetson Orin (EDU only)
Sensors
stereo binocular camera, 4-mic array
LiDAR
No
Programming
teach pendant,code python,code ros
ROS 1
Yes
Industries
industrial, manufacturing
Price tier
40-80K
Warranty
0.67 yr
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Funding raised
$97.4M
Founded
2016

Detailed specifications

Motion & kinematics9
Dof
26
Torque
Up to 3 kg per joint (EDU arms)
Joint Motor
Low inertia high-speed internal rotor PMSM
Joint Encoder
Dual + single encoder
Joint Output Bearing
Crossed roller bearings, Double Hook Ball Bearings
Hip Joint Movement Space
Y:±157° P:-168° ~+146° R:-60° ~+100°
Knee Joint Movement Space
-10°~+139°
Waist Joint Movement Space
Y±150° R±30°
Maximum Torque Of Arm Joint
2
Power & battery6
Charger
true
Battery Life
1
Power Supply
Lithium battery
Smart Battery
true
Basic Computing Power
8-core high-performance CPU
High Power Computing Module
NVIDIA Jetson Orin Optional (40-100 TOPS)
Sensors2
Camera
Binocular camera
Radar Candidate Id
68833d12-20f0-43f3-b530-6b295e257f95
Other27
Wifi
WiFi 6
Motors
Internal rotor PMSM
Source
radar_discovery
Wiring
Internal, hollow routing
Cooling
Local air cooling
Speaker
true
Lead Url
View Link
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.2
Processor
8-core CPU
Dimensions
1210 mm tall, 357 mm wide, 190 mm deep
Source Tier
unknown
Cooling System
Local air cooling
Warranty Period
0.67
Microphone Array
4-Mic Array
Manual Controller
true
Electrical Routing
Hollow + Internal Routing
Primary Source Url
View Link
Countries Available
USA
Optional Components
Dexterous hands (EDU only)
Secondary Development
true
Calf Plus Thigh Length
600
Head Degrees Of Freedom
2
Upgraded Intelligent Ota
true
Waist Degrees Of Freedom
2
Forearm Plus Upper Arm Length
420
Single Arm Degrees Of Freedom
5
Single Leg Degrees Of Freedom
6

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Company milestones

  • Jun 2026DeploymentYY Group announced deployment of Unitree G1 Edu Ultimate B-U4 robots
  • Jun 2026DeploymentYY Group announced deployment of Unitree G1 Edu Ultimate humanoid robots
  • Jun 2026DeploymentYY Group announces deployment of Unitree G1 Edu Ultimate B-U4
  • Mar 2026DeploymentG1 seen in Brooklyn Bridge Park, NYC
  • Mar 2026DeploymentG1-Comp deployed in public park demonstration in NYC
  • Jan 2026MilestoneH2 training footage released
  • Apr 2025MilestoneUnitree G1 demoed at Robotics Summit & Expo
  • Apr 2025MilestoneG1 demo at Robotics Summit & Expo

Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Unitree R1?
The Unitree R1 is developed by Unitree Robotics, based in China.
What type of robot is the Unitree R1?
The Unitree R1 is a Humanoid robot made by Unitree Robotics.
How much does the Unitree R1 cost?
The Unitree R1 is listed at $5,900 USD in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure is unverified and not confirmed by Unitree Robotics — contact them for a quote.
When was the Unitree R1 launched?
The Unitree R1 was launched in 2025.
What are the key specifications of the Unitree R1?
Key specifications of the Unitree R1: form factor full bipedal, height 121 cm, mobility bipedal, total dof 26, battery 1 h.

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