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Unitree G1 — G1 is a compact humanoid for demonstrations and research. To develop your own applications, look at G1 EDU.
Unitree Go2 — Go2 is a small quadruped available in AIR, PRO, X and EDU versions. Battery, features and programming access vary by version.
1X NEO — NEO is a domestic robot offered for preorder. Some tasks still require help from a remote operator.
Unitree R1 — R1 is a small walking humanoid offered in three versions: AIR, R1 and EDU. Only EDU is open to developing your own applications.
Unitree R1-A / R1-A-D — R1-A is a dual-arm Unitree robot without legs: a torso on a fixed base, or on a mobile base for the -D versions. It targets manipulation, teaching and demonstrations, from USD 4,290.
Unitree H2 Plus — H2 Plus is a 1.82 m research humanoid with a Jetson T5000 computer. Articulated hands are optional.
Unitree H2-X — H2-X is Unitree’s new full-size humanoid, unveiled in October 2026. It has 31 joints and two hot-swappable batteries. Unitree lists it at USD 25,400 excluding tax and shipping; EDU provides development access.
Apptronik Apollo 2 — Apollo 2 comes with legs or a wheeled base. Apptronik uses it in Robot Park to collect data for training its robots.
AgiBot A3 Ultra — A3 Ultra is a humanoid introduced at WAIC 2026. It combines several cameras with Thor compute for research and interaction applications.
Boston Dynamics Atlas — Atlas is Boston Dynamics’ electric humanoid for industrial material handling. Installation is planned with the manufacturer.
NEURA 4NE1 — 4NE1 is NEURA Robotics’ industrial humanoid. Online reservation covers generation 3.5, expected at the end of 2026; generation 4, unveiled in October, has no price yet.
AgiBot X2 / X2 Ultra — AgiBot renewed the X2 range at the end of September 2026: X2 Neo replaces the standard X2, alongside a new version of X2 Ultra. They differ in equipment and software access.
Reachy 2 — Reachy 2 has two arms and can be controlled with a VR headset. It is used for manipulation research and data collection.
LeRobot SO-100 — SO100 is the first generation of this learning arm. Documentation remains available for assembling, maintaining or using existing equipment.
Tesla Optimus — Tesla has started producing Optimus on its Fremont lines and is ramping up. The robot is not on sale: no price and no delivery date for the public.
Figure 03 — Figure 03 is presented for household tasks. It uses Helix, Figure’s artificial intelligence system.
Boston Dynamics Spot — Spot is a quadruped designed for inspection. It can run scheduled missions with sensors and software suited to the site.
Unitree G1+ — G1+ adds a two-axis neck and new sensing and interaction equipment. Standard is listed at USD 15,000 before tax and shipping; EDU provides development access.
Unitree As2 — As2 is a compact 20 kg quadruped. AIR, PRO, X and EDU versions have different equipment.
Unitree A2 — A2 is an industrial quadruped with two swappable batteries, intended for inspection and carrying loads. The range includes A2 and A2-PRO.
Booster K1 — A compact humanoid for learning robotics, developing behaviours and entering competitions. Three versions: Geek, Education and Professional.
Booster T2 — A 1.40 m research humanoid with 31 degrees of freedom and 7-axis arms. Education and Professional versions, with optional grippers or dexterous hands.
Fourier GR-3 — GR3 is a humanoid for interaction and research. Fourier provides documentation describing its sensors, joints and interfaces.
Reachy Mini — Reachy Mini is a small desktop robot to assemble. It lets you experiment with voice, vision and interaction through JavaScript or Python apps.
LeRobot SO-101 — SO101 is a learning arm used with LeRobot. A leader arm moved by hand can control a second arm that follows its movements.