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Unitree R1

Intelligent Pioneer, Fully Customizable

Ultra-Lightweight Humanoid — Born for Sports

Starting from 49 000 DH

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TIME Best Inventions 2025
123 cm
Compact
agile form
~29 kg
Ultra-lightweight
design
26
Degrees of
freedom
89 900 DH
Starting
price
R1 Movement Diversity

A Diversity of Movement Is the Foundation for Completing Tasks

The R1 performs cartwheels, handstands, boxing, kickboxing, running downhill, and recovers from falls — showcasing the athletic agility that earned it the nickname "Born for Sports."

Agile Mobility

20–26 degrees of freedom enable adaptation to complex scenarios. The 2-DOF head enhances environmental perception, allowing the R1 to navigate and interact with its surroundings intelligently and naturally.

R1 Agile Mobility

Ultra-Lightweight Structure

At just 123 cm tall and approximately 29 kg, the R1 features an agile form factor that is ready out-of-the-box to empower research, education, and real-world applications. Its compact size makes it the most accessible humanoid robot on the market.

R1 Lightweight Design

AI-Powered Intelligence

Integrated with a Large Multimodal Model for voice and image recognition. The R1 can respond to voice commands, hold basic conversations, and process visual inputs via built-in cameras. Fully open control interfaces for joints and sensors, with support for mainstream simulation platforms.

R1 AI Integration

Continuous OTA Updates

The R1 receives continuous Over-The-Air software upgrades and updates, ensuring your robot always has the latest capabilities, improved algorithms, and expanded movement repertoire without any hardware modifications.

R1 OTA Software Updates
Core Capabilities

Built for Research, Education & Beyond

The most affordable full-size humanoid robot, designed for researchers, educators, and developers.

8-Core CPU

High-performance 8-core processor for real-time computation, enabling complex AI tasks and autonomous decision-making.

Binocular Camera

Advanced binocular vision system for depth perception, object recognition, and environmental mapping.

4-Mic Array + Speaker

Four-microphone array for voice recognition and spatial audio, combined with a built-in speaker for natural conversation.

WiFi 6 + BT 5.2

Latest-generation wireless connectivity with WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 for ultra-fast, reliable communication.

Quick-Release Battery

Smart lithium battery with quick-release mechanism for approximately 1 hour of continuous operation. Swap batteries in seconds.

Crossed Roller Bearings

Industrial-grade crossed roller bearings and low-inertia high-speed PMSM motors for precise, responsive joint movement.

See the R1 in Action

Cartwheels, boxing, handstands, running — the R1 redefines what a humanoid robot can do

R1 Specifications Comparison Chart - R1 AIR vs R1 vs R1 EDU

Three Models, One Vision

From entry-level exploration to full custom development — choose the R1 that fits your needs.

R1 AIR
49 000 DH
Entry-Level Explorer
  • Weight ~27 kg
  • Total DOF 20
  • Single Arm DOF 4
  • Waist DOF
  • Head DOF
  • Camera Monocular
  • Computing 8-Core CPU
  • NVIDIA Jetson
  • Battery Life ~1 hour
  • OTA Updates Yes
  • Warranty 6 Months
R1 EDU
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Custom Development
  • Weight ~29 kg
  • Total DOF 26–40
  • Single Arm DOF 5
  • Waist DOF 2
  • Head DOF 2
  • Camera Binocular
  • Computing 8-Core CPU
  • NVIDIA Jetson Orin (40–100 TOPS)
  • Battery Life ~1 hour
  • OTA Updates Yes
  • Warranty 12 Months

Technical Specifications

Mechanical Dimensions

Height x Width x Depth1230 x 357 x 190 mm
Weight (w/ Battery)27 kg (AIR) / 29 kg (R1 & EDU)
Total DOF20 (AIR) / 26 (R1) / 26–40 (EDU)
Single Leg DOF6
Single Arm DOF4 (AIR) / 5 (R1 & EDU)
Waist DOF— (AIR) / 2 (R1 & EDU)
Head DOF— (AIR) / 2 (R1 & EDU)
Max Arm Torque~2 kg
Calf + Thigh Length600 mm
Forearm + Upper Arm420 mm

Joint Specifications

Output BearingsCrossed roller + Double Hook Ball
Motor TypeLow-inertia high-speed internal rotor PMSM
Knee Range-10° to +139°
Hip Y-axis±157°
Hip P-axis-168° to +146°
Hip R-axis-60° to +100°
Waist Y-axis±150°
Waist R-axis±30°

Electrical Characteristics

Power RoutingHollow + Internal Routing
EncodersDual + Single Encoder
CoolingLocal Air Cooling
Battery TypeLithium (Smart, Quick-Release)
CPU8-Core High-Performance
Microphone4-Mic Array
AudioBuilt-in Speaker
ConnectivityWiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2

Sensors & Accessories

ParameterAIRR1 / EDU
CameraMonocularBinocular
NVIDIA Jetson OrinOptional (EDU)
ChargerYesYes
Manual ControllerYesYes
Battery Life~1 hr~1 hr
OTA UpdatesYesYes
Warranty6 mo.8 / 12 mo.
Warning: The humanoid robot has a complex structure and extremely powerful power. Users are asked to keep a sufficient safe distance between the humanoid robot and people. Please use with caution. This product is a civilian robot — any dangerous modifications or hazardous usage is strictly prohibited. The global humanoid robot industry is in the early stages of exploration. Individual users are strongly advised to thoroughly understand the limitations of humanoid robots before making a purchase. Some features shown are under development and will be available in future updates.

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The R1 in all its agility

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