26 DoF standard; AIR has 20
The standard R1 has 26 degrees of freedom. The AIR variant has 20 and the EDU has 26 to 40, according to Unitree's variant table. [1]
Price & availability
$5,900
Msrp · USD · OfficialOfficial — stated by the manufacturer or organizer
Original price: US$5,900 (R1); US$4,900 (AIR)
Source: Unitree R1 product page ↗ · Oct 8, 2026
Unitree's product page, tax and shipping excluded; EDU on request. Launch price was RMB 39,900 (July 2025).
Other quoted prices
Historical, launch and third-party figures remain separated from the current price.
- $5,566Jul 25, 2025 · Press
RMB 39,900
China launch price reported by KrASIA; USD approximate at about 7.17 CNY per USD (July 2025)
Unitree unveils R1 humanoid robot ↗ - from $4,900Jun 24, 2026 · Official
US$4,900 (AIR)
Official YouTube upload titled 'Unitree R1 | Price from $4,900, Ready Stock' (AIR starting price)
Unitree R1 | Price from $4,900, Ready Stock (official YouTube upload) ↗
Product overview
About Unitree R1
The Unitree R1 is a humanoid of about 123 cm and 29 kg from Unitree Robotics. Unitree launched it in China on 25 July 2025 at RMB 39,900. The standard R1 has 26 degrees of freedom; the AIR variant has 20, and the EDU variant has 26 to 40.
Unitree's product page describes a binocular camera on the R1 and EDU, a monocular camera on the AIR, a 4-microphone array and an 8-core processor. Every variant has a quick-release smart battery, and Unitree quotes about 1 hour of runtime. The EDU adds secondary development and an optional high-power compute module (Orin, 40 to 100 TOPS). Arm load is about 2 kg per arm and varies with posture.
Unitree lists the R1 at US$5,900 and the AIR at US$4,900 on its product page, tax and shipping excluded; EDU pricing is by sales contact. The shop showed the R1 as in stock when checked, with some colors backordered. TechEBlog covered the US launch on 28 June 2026.
Capabilities
Key features
Binocular or monocular camera
The R1 and EDU use a binocular camera, while the AIR variant uses a monocular camera. [1]
Quick-release battery, about 1 hour
Every variant has a quick-release smart battery. Unitree quotes about 1 hour of runtime; the battery capacity is given on its battery page. [1][4]
Optional high-power compute on EDU
The EDU can add an optional high-power compute module, listed as Orin at 40 to 100 TOPS. Only the EDU supports secondary development. [1][8]
Published prices by variant
Unitree's product page lists US$4,900 for the AIR and US$5,900 for the R1, tax and shipping excluded; EDU pricing is on request. [1]
Hardware profile
Specifications
Official — stated by the manufacturer or organizerReported — stated by a credible third partyEstimated — derived or approximate
Body
- Height
- 123 cmOfficial — stated by the manufacturer or organizer[1]Standing height, all variants (1230 mm)
- Weight
- 29 kgOfficial — stated by the manufacturer or organizer[1]With battery; R1 and EDU. AIR about 27 kg
- Total DoF
- 26Official — stated by the manufacturer or organizer[1]Standard R1. AIR 20; EDU 26-40
Mobility
- Actuation
- ElectricOfficial — stated by the manufacturer or organizer[1]Unitree specifies permanent-magnet synchronous joint motors
Power
- Battery
- 0.2 kWhOfficial — stated by the manufacturer or organizer[4]Official battery page states 6,000 mAh and 199 Wh; its charging-current and capacity row labels appear transposed
- Runtime
- 1 hOfficial — stated by the manufacturer or organizer[1]About 1 h, all variants; battery capacity not stated
- Swappable battery
- YesOfficial — stated by the manufacturer or organizer[1]Smart battery, quick release, all variants
Hands & Manipulation
Compute & Sensing
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Mobility
- Maximum speed
- Not published
- Peak joint torque
- Not published
Power
- Charge time
- Not published
Hands & Manipulation
- DoF per hand
- Not published
Compute & Sensing
- AI stack
- Not published
Official footage
Videos
Unitree Introducing | Unitree R1 Intelligent Companion Price from $5900
Unitree Robotics
Unitree R1 | Price from $4,900, Ready Stock
Unitree Robotics · Jun 24, 2026
Quick answers
Unitree R1 FAQ
How much does Unitree R1 cost?
Unitree R1 is listed at $5,900 (Msrp, official). The source also states US$5,900 (R1); US$4,900 (AIR). [1][2]
Can you buy Unitree R1?
Yes. Unitree R1 has a verified official order or preorder page and availability is listed from Jun 2026. [8][6]
How tall is Unitree R1 and how much does it weigh?
Unitree R1 is 123 cm tall and weighs 29 kg (With battery; R1 and EDU. AIR about 27 kg). [1]
How long does the Unitree R1 battery last?
The stated runtime is 1 hours per charge; About 1 h, all variants; battery capacity not stated. [1]
How much can Unitree R1 carry?
The listed payload is 2 kg; Arm load per arm, approximate; varies with arm posture (Unitree footnote). [1]
How many degrees of freedom does Unitree R1 have?
Unitree R1 has 26 listed degrees of freedom; Standard R1. AIR 20; EDU 26-40. [1]
Does Unitree R1 have an open SDK?
Yes. Unitree R1 is recorded as providing a public developer SDK or API. [1]
Who makes Unitree R1?
Unitree R1 is made by Unitree Robotics, based in China. [1]
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Sources
- [1]Unitree R1 product page ↗Unitree Robotics · official · accessed Oct 8, 2026
- [2]Unitree unveils R1 humanoid robot ↗KrASIA · press · accessed Oct 8, 2026
- [3]Unitree R1 launch US: price, specs, demo ↗TechEBlog · press · accessed Oct 8, 2026
- [4]R1 Battery ↗Unitree Robotics · official · accessed Oct 8, 2026
- [5]Unitree R1 official store listing ↗Unitree Robotics · official · accessed Oct 8, 2026
- [6]Unitree booking and order form (Store / Cooperate) ↗Unitree Robotics · official · accessed Oct 8, 2026
- [7]Unitree R1 | Price from $4,900, Ready Stock (official YouTube upload) ↗Unitree Robotics (YouTube) · video · accessed Oct 8, 2026
- [8]Unitree R1 product page (Unitree shop) ↗Unitree Robotics · official · accessed Oct 8, 2026