Unitree G1
Compact full-size humanoid robot
Listed price
$13,500 (base)
Legacy price evidence · Jul 22, 2026
Unitree G1 store pricing source (opens in a new tab)Key facts
Values reflect the public record
- Height
- 1.32 mManufacturer confirmed
- Weight
- About 35 kg or moreManufacturer confirmed
- Payload
- Arm maximum load: about 2 kg base; about 3 kg EDU; posture-dependentManufacturer confirmed
- Degrees of freedom
- 23–43, by configurationManufacturer confirmed
- Runtime
- About 2 hoursManufacturer confirmed
- Max speed
- 2 m/sThird-party source
Canonical robot record
Overview
The Unitree G1 is a compact humanoid robot built by Unitree Robotics, a Chinese company that began with quadruped robots before moving into humanoids. The robot is positioned as an accessible development platform, pairing a small, foldable form factor with the actuation and sensing needed for locomotion and manipulation research.
The G1 emphasizes learning-based motion. Unitree highlights its ability to use imitation and reinforcement learning, along with force-position hybrid control, to perform sensitive and reliable movements. An optional force-controlled three-fingered dexterous hand extends the platform toward precise object manipulation.
It is sold in a standard version and an expandable EDU edition. The EDU adds optional degrees of freedom, upgraded joint torque, and customization aimed at research and educational users, who can configure the robot through Unitree's sales team.
RoboZaps maintains this record as part of its canonical robotics database. Specs are source-verified where linked; the record compares public facts across manufacturers rather than representing a single robot maker.
- Spec sources
- 6 linked
- Verification
- Verified · 15/15 specs source-verified
- Deployment
- Paid Deployment
- Last verified
- Jul 6, 2026
Key Features
- Imitation and reinforcement learning for adaptable, lifelike motion
- Force-position hybrid control for sensitive, reliable operation
- Optional force-controlled three-fingered dexterous hand for object manipulation
- Foldable, compact form factor for transport and storage
- Expandable EDU edition with added joints and upgraded actuators
- Continuous over-the-air (OTA) software updates
Reviews & analysis from the RoboZaps blog
Editorial analysis lives on the blog; this database record stays focused on verified facts.
- This Week in Humanoid Robot News: August 3–10, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
- China Takes the Top Five Humanoid Robot Patent Spots (opens in a new tab)
- What jobs will humanoid robots take from me? (opens in a new tab)
- 7 Best Unitree G1 Alternatives in 2026 (Compared) (opens in a new tab)
- 6 Best AgiBot A2 Alternatives in 2026 (By Use Case) (opens in a new tab)
- The 7 Best Unitree R1 Alternatives in 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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- 11 Tesla Optimus Competitors and Alternatives (2026) (opens in a new tab)
- Tesla Optimus vs Unitree G1: Full 2026 Comparison (Price, Specs, Availability) (opens in a new tab)
- Unitree G1 vs Boston Dynamics Atlas: Full 2026 Comparison (opens in a new tab)
Specifications
Grouped technical data with source detail available on demand.
17 documented values
Commercial
| List Price | USD 13,500 baseManufacturer confirmedVerified Jul 22, 2026 Unitree Robotics (opens in a new tab) |
|---|---|
| Availability Status | Commercially availableManufacturer confirmedVerified Jul 22, 2026 Unitree Robotics (opens in a new tab) |
Compute
| Compute | 8-core high-performance CPU (standard); NVIDIA Jetson Orin option (EDU)Manufacturer confirmedVerified Jul 13, 2026 Unitree Robotics (opens in a new tab) |
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Mechanics
| Degrees of Freedom | 23–43, by configurationManufacturer confirmedVerified Jul 22, 2026 Unitree Robotics (opens in a new tab) |
|---|---|
| Locomotion | BipedalManufacturer confirmedVerified Jul 6, 2026 Unitree Robotics |
| Actuators | PMSM joint motors (low-inertia internal-rotor); crossed-roller bearings; dual-encoder jointsManufacturer confirmedVerified Jul 13, 2026 Unitree Robotics (opens in a new tab) |
Performance
| Max Speed | 2 m/sThird-party sourceVerified Jul 6, 2026 The Robot Report |
|---|---|
| Payload Capacity | Arm maximum load: about 2 kg base; about 3 kg EDU; posture-dependentManufacturer confirmedVerified Jul 22, 2026 Unitree Robotics (opens in a new tab) |
| Max joint torque | 90 N·m peak knee (standard); 120 N·m (EDU)Manufacturer confirmedVerified Jul 13, 2026 Unitree Robotics (opens in a new tab) |
Physical
| Height | 1.32 mManufacturer confirmedVerified Jul 22, 2026 Unitree Robotics (opens in a new tab) |
|---|---|
| Weight | About 35 kg or moreManufacturer confirmedVerified Jul 22, 2026 Unitree Robotics (opens in a new tab) |
| Width | 450 mm Unverified |
| Depth | 200 mm Unverified |
Power
| Runtime | About 2 hoursManufacturer confirmedVerified Jul 22, 2026 Unitree Robotics (opens in a new tab) |
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Sensing
| Sensors | 3D LiDAR, depth cameraManufacturer confirmedVerified Jul 6, 2026 Unitree Robotics |
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Software
| ROS Compatible | YesManufacturer confirmedVerified Jul 6, 2026 Unitree Robotics |
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| SDK Support | YesManufacturer confirmedVerified Jul 6, 2026 Unitree Robotics (GitHub) |
Deployment and commercial evidence
Deployment evidence
Unitree G1 Developer Guide
Unitree G1 is a compact humanoid available for purchase; developer guide published at support.unitree.com with SDK2 integration documentation.
Integration & SDK
- ROS support
- Supported
- SDK available
- Supported
- API docs
- View docs (opens in a new tab)
- Supported platforms
- Linux, ROS 2, Python, C++
Support & service
Regions
| Tier | Response time | SLA |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 72 hrs | — |
Evidence & changelog
Sources behind this record and material corrections made over time.
Sources
- Unitree G1 official product specifications (opens in a new tab) · Unitree Robotics — cites Weight, Battery Life, Actuators, Max joint torque, Compute, Degrees of Freedom, Payload Capacity, Height
- The Robot Report — cites Max Speed
- Unitree Robotics — cites Locomotion, Sensors
- Unitree Robotics — cites ROS Compatible
- Unitree Robotics (GitHub) — cites SDK Support
- Unitree G1 store (opens in a new tab) · Unitree Robotics — cites Availability Status, List Price
Record changelog
- Production milestone: — changed to Cumulative production of the G1 model surpassed 11,000 units · Sep 25, 2026
Gasgoo reports G1 cumulative production surpassed 11,000 units 'in June' 2026; exact day not given so June 30 is used as an approximation.
- Deployment: — changed to Japan Airlines began a two-year pilot of Unitree G1 robots for baggage/cargo handling and cabin cleaning at Haneda Airport, with GMO AI & Robotics · Sep 25, 2026
News coverage (corroborated by multiple independent outlets) states JAL's two-year Unitree G1 trial at Haneda began in early May 2026; I could not reach JAL's or GMO's own press release directly.
Media
Manufacturer
Chinese robotics company developing affordable quadruped and humanoid robots for consumer, industrial, and research markets.
- Headquarters
- Hangzhou, China
- Founded
- 2016
