Unitree R1

Description

The R1 is Unitree’s ultra-lightweight, lowest-cost humanoid (from $4,900) for demonstrations and education — and, in EDU form, embodied-AI research. Smaller and lighter than the G1, it performs dynamic motions (flips, handstands, fall recovery in demonstrations) and multimodal voice + image interaction. Versions: R1 Air / R1 / R1 EDU — only the EDU supports secondary development, optional dexterous hands and extra compute. Version and price are quoted per order.

Specifications (standard R1):

• Dimensions (standing): 1230 × 357 × 190 mm
• Weight: ~29 kg (with battery; R1 Air ~27 kg)
• Total DOF: 26 (Air 20; EDU 26–40 with optional hands)
• DOF distribution: 6 per leg, 5 per arm, 2 waist, 2 head
• Arm max payload: ~2 kg (posture-dependent)
• Battery: quick-release smart battery; runtime ~1 h
• Sensors: binocular depth camera (Air: monocular camera), 4-microphone array, speaker; no LiDAR standard
• Compute: 8-core high-performance CPU; EDU optional NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX (40–100 TOPS)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, OTA updates
• Versions: R1 Air from $4,900; R1 from $5,900; R1 EDU quoted

Good for / Not for

Good for: demonstrations and events; education programs; research groups choosing the EDU version. Not for: buyers who expect development access on the Air or standard versions; heavy-duty or industrial work.

What a quote includes

Your quote states the exact version (Air / standard / EDU), DOF and hand options, compute scope, freight and warranty terms in writing — before any payment.

Delivery, total cost & warranty

Ships from Zhangzhou, China as dangerous-goods freight (large lithium battery); freight cost and lead time are quoted per destination and configuration. Warranty terms are confirmed per configuration in the quote.

Product FAQ

Q: “Which R1 version can be programmed?”
A: “Only the R1 EDU supports secondary development. The Air and standard R1 are demonstration and interaction models.”

Q: “How does the R1 compare to the G1?”
A: “The R1 is smaller, lighter and lower-priced; the G1 is the larger research platform with higher payload options. Tell us your use case and we will recommend.”

Q: “What do you need from me for a fast quote?”
A: “The version and options you have in mind, quantity, delivery country and postcode, and your use case. Use the Request a Quote button on this page — the product name is already filled in for you.”

Sources & verification

Specifications are from Unitree’s published product data, checked November 2026.