Unitree G1 vs Unitree R1
A head-to-head on the things that decide it: price, true cost of ownership, and whether the robot will still work in a few years. Editorial scores from public data.
Unitree G1
74/100
Unitree R1
72/100
Our pick
Unitree G1
Quick verdict
Unitree G1 scores higher overall (74 vs 72) and is the safer default. But the right answer depends on what you weigh most — cost, capability, or longevity. The differences are below, each traceable to its source on the two profiles.
Who each suits
- Unitree G1 — Research labs and early humanoid developers.
- Unitree R1 — Developers and labs wanting a humanoid without G1 money.
Key differences
| Unitree G1 | Unitree R1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 74/100 | 72/100 |
| Price | $16,000 | $5,900 |
| True 3-year cost | $16,000 | $5,900 |
| Subscription | None required | None required |
| Longevity grade | B | B |
| Server dependency | Degrades without cloud | Degrades without cloud |
| Capability | 82 | 75 |
| Value | 78 | 88 |
| Repairability | 65 | 60 |
| Support | 68 | 65 |
Full profiles
See the complete assessment, all eight category scores with sources, and the longevity breakdown on each profile:
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