Unitree H2, H2-X and R1: the published specs and list prices, and what they mean

Unitree lists its R1 humanoid at $5,900 (R1 AIR $4,900) and its adult-sized H2 at $29,900, excluding tax and shipping. A newer model, the H2-X, appears on its website at $25,400. These published list prices show how fast hardware costs are falling, but the price of the machine is only one part of what an event pays for.

The three models at a glance

Unitree now sells humanoids in three size classes. The G1 sits in the middle at 1.32 m. Below it is the 1.23 m R1. Above it are two full-size machines: the H2, which Unitree presented in October 2025, and the H2-X, whose unveiling the South China Morning Post reported on 22 October 2026.

All figures below come from Unitree's own product pages. They are the manufacturer's claims, not independent measurements, and the pages say some of the functions shown are still being developed and tested.

Unitree R1: the entry model

On the Unitree R1 product page, Unitree offers three versions. The R1 AIR costs $4,900, the standard R1 costs $5,900 and the R1 EDU is sold on request. Tax and shipping are not included.

Unitree lists the following figures:

• Height 1,230 mm, width 357 mm, depth 190 mm
• Weight about 27 kg (AIR) or 29 kg (R1 and EDU)
• 20 degrees of freedom on the AIR and 26 on the R1 and EDU, with movable waist and head only on the higher versions
• An eight-core processor, a single camera on the AIR or two cameras on the R1 and EDU, a four-microphone array, Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2
• A quick-release lithium battery with a runtime of about one hour
• A warranty of 6 months (AIR), 8 months (R1) or 12 months (EDU)

Only the EDU version is listed with support for secondary development, meaning custom programming by the buyer. That matters for anyone who wants new moves or a speech built for an event. You can find more on the robot in our R1 catalogue entry.

Unitree H2: an adult-sized humanoid

The H2 is a very different machine. When IEEE Spectrum featured the H2 in October 2025, it described a humanoid about 180 cm tall and 70 kg in weight. The Unitree H2 product page now lists the standard H2 at $29,900, excluding tax and shipping. The H2 EDU is sold on request.

Unitree's published figures include:

• Height 1,820 mm and weight about 70 kg with battery
• 31 degrees of freedom: 6 per leg, 7 per arm, 3 in the waist and 2 in the head
• Maximum joint torque of 360 N·m in the legs and 120 N·m in the arms, with a rated arm payload of about 7 kg
• A 15 Ah (0.972 kWh) battery with a runtime of about three hours
• An Intel Core i5 on the standard version, with an i7 option on the EDU
• A two-camera vision system, a microphone array, a speaker, Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2
• A warranty of 8 months (H2) or 12 months (EDU)

The standard H2 is listed without dexterous hands. Hands, in several models, appear only on the EDU version. Anyone expecting a full-size humanoid that picks up and hands over objects should check the exact configuration.

H2-X: the newest model

The H2-X product page lists the robot at $25,400, excluding tax and shipping, with an EDU version sold on request. It is slightly smaller than the H2 at about 170 cm and over 65 kg. It also has 31 degrees of freedom.

The biggest change Unitree lists is battery life. The H2-X has two hot-swappable 20 Ah batteries (1.152 kWh each), and Unitree states about eight hours of runtime both standing still and walking continuously. Unitree lists maximum torque of 300 N·m in the legs and 150 N·m in the arms. It also lists two processor options, a depth camera plus a wide-angle camera, and an LED matrix display. As with the H2, dexterous hands are listed only for the EDU version.

Unitree names security services, manufacturing, commercial services and home services as intended uses. Its launch promotion focused on staged martial-arts and strength demonstrations. In its 22 October 2026 coverage, the South China Morning Post said details of the release were sketchy. Organisers should treat stated capabilities as unproven until units are delivered and independently observed.

Unitree's own warnings

The H2 and H2-X pages say the global humanoid industry is at an early stage of exploration. They strongly advise individual buyers to understand the robots' limitations before purchase. Every humanoid page also tells users to keep a sufficient safe distance between the robot and people, because the robot has a complex structure and high power output.

That warning matters more as the robots get bigger. A 29 kg R1 and a 70 kg H2 with 360 N·m leg joints carry very different risks if they fall or move unexpectedly near guests. Our guide to safety at public events with robots explains how operators usually manage barriers, distances and stop procedures.

There is also a cyber-security record to note. In September 2025, IEEE Spectrum reported a Bluetooth vulnerability found by independent researchers in the Go2, B2, G1 and H1. Unitree later said it had completed most of the fixes. The report did not cover the R1 or H2. Still, it is reasonable to ask any supplier how firmware is kept up to date and how the robot's wireless connections are secured.

Prices are falling across the company

The list prices fit a wider trend. Rest of World, reporting on Unitree's Shanghai IPO prospectus in March 2026, said the average price of Unitree's humanoids fell from about 593,400 yuan in 2023 to 167,600 yuan in 2025. The same report said Unitree sold 5,500 humanoid robots in 2025 and that revenue rose to 1.71 billion yuan.

The average price is higher than the entry list prices because it includes EDU versions, accessories and larger models. The direction is still clear. On its G1 product page, Unitree currently lists the base G1 at $13.5K, excluding tax and shipping.

Unitree has since listed in Shanghai. SCMP headlines from August and September 2026 describe a sharp fall in the share price after the listing. For buyers, the practical point is that the company is now under public market scrutiny. That says nothing about the quality of the product.

Why a cheap robot is not a cheap booking

Lower list prices make it easier for more suppliers to buy robots, and that may widen choice in some countries. But the hardware price is only one line in an event quote. A typical hire also covers:

• A trained operator, and often a second person for long days
• Transport, cases, setup and teardown
• Spare batteries and charging, which matters more for the R1, rated at about one hour
• Insurance, risk assessment and site checks
• Custom programming, which on Unitree's listings is tied to EDU versions that are priced on request
• Repairs and downtime, given warranties of 6 to 12 months

For that reason, comparing a hire fee with a list price says little. Our guide to what it costs to hire a humanoid robot explains the cost drivers, and comparing robot hire quotes like for like shows how to read the line items.

What this means for event organisers

• Check the exact version. AIR, standard and EDU versions differ in degrees of freedom, cameras, hands and programmability. Ask the supplier which one you will get.
• Plan around battery life. Unitree lists about one hour for the R1, three hours for the H2 and eight hours for the H2-X. Confirm how swaps or a second unit will cover your programme.
• Size changes the safety plan. An adult-sized, 70 kg humanoid needs more space and stricter distances than a 1.23 m robot. Ask for the operator's risk assessment.
• Treat promo videos as promotion. Ask to see live footage of the specific unit doing the specific task you are booking.
• Ask about software and wireless security. Firmware versions, update practice and network setup are fair questions in any brief.

This article summarises published manufacturer and press information. It is general information, not legal or purchasing advice.

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Unitree R1 cost?

On its R1 product page, Unitree lists the R1 AIR at $4,900 and the standard R1 at $5,900, with tax and shipping excluded. The R1 EDU, which Unitree lists with support for secondary development, is priced on request. These are purchase prices from the manufacturer. They are not hire prices, which also cover operators, transport, insurance and programming.

What is the difference between the Unitree H2 and H2-X?

Unitree lists the H2 at about 182 cm and 70 kg, priced at $29,900, with about three hours of battery life. The newer H2-X is listed at about 170 cm and over 65 kg, priced at $25,400, with two hot-swappable batteries and about eight hours of runtime. Both have 31 degrees of freedom, and dexterous hands are listed only for their EDU versions.

How long does the battery last on Unitree's humanoids?

According to Unitree's product pages, the R1 runs for about one hour, the G1 for about two hours, the H2 for about three hours and the H2-X for about eight hours. These are manufacturer figures. Real runtime at an event depends on how much the robot walks, gestures and talks. Ask your supplier how batteries will be swapped or charged during the programme.

Does a lower robot price mean cheaper robot hire for events?

Not necessarily. Lower hardware prices may let more suppliers buy robots and widen choice. However, an event quote also covers a trained operator, transport, setup, spare batteries, insurance, risk assessment and any custom programming. On Unitree's listings, the versions that support custom development are priced on request. Compare quotes line by line rather than against list prices.

How this article was made: written by the humanoid4rent editorial team with AI assistance; every factual statement was checked against the sources listed below on 2026-10-31. Spotted an error? Write to info@humanoid4rent.com.