Unitree G1 Price, Tiers & US Buying Guide (2026): Base G1 vs G1 EDU
What the Unitree G1 costs in the US, and what the EDU version adds over the base G1 according to Unitree's own spec table: secondary development, dexterous hands, extra joints and compute, and a longer warranty.
The Unitree G1 is sold in two very different versions: the base G1 and the G1 EDU. They look the same, but Unitree's own spec table shows the EDU is the only one open to secondary development, and the only one that takes dexterous hands and an added compute module. That difference is most of the price gap. This page explains the gap and lists every G1 configuration we sell, with prices pulled live from our store.
Prices on this page are live. The text was last reviewed on October 17, 2026.
The short answer
- Base G1: current store price: $21,500.00. Unitree lists it from US $13.5K on its own site, with tax and shipping excluded (unitree.com/g1).
- G1 EDU: the entry EDU configuration in our store is the EDU-U1 (current store price: $43,800.00). Unitree does not publish an EDU price; its spec table says "Contact sales".
- If you plan to write your own software for the robot, you need an EDU. Unitree's table lists secondary development for the EDU only.
Shipping and sales tax are calculated at checkout. Lead time is on each product page; at the time of writing the G1 listings show standard delivery of 1–3 weeks.
Base G1 vs G1 EDU: what Unitree's spec table says
Everything in this table comes from Unitree's G1 page (unitree.com/g1), read on October 17, 2026.
| G1 | G1 EDU | |
|---|---|---|
| Secondary development | Not listed | Yes |
| Total degrees of freedom | 23 | 23–43 |
| Hand | None listed | Optional force-controlled three-finger hand (Dex3-1), 7 DOF per hand |
| Wrist | Not listed | 2 optional DOF (pitch and yaw, ±92.5°) |
| Waist | 1 DOF | 1 DOF, plus 2 optional |
| Compute | 8-core CPU | 8-core CPU, plus an optional high-compute module (Unitree gives Orin as an example) |
| Max knee torque | 90 N·m | 120 N·m |
| Max arm load | About 2 kg | About 3 kg |
| Weight with battery | About 35 kg | About 35 kg or more |
| Sensors | Depth camera, 3D LiDAR, 4-mic array, 5 W speaker | Same |
| Battery | 9000 mAh quick-release, about 2 h | Same |
| Warranty (Unitree) | 8 months | 18 months |
| Unitree price | From US $13.5K, tax and shipping excluded | Contact sales |
Both versions share the frame: 1320 × 450 × 200 mm standing, 6 DOF per leg, 5 DOF per arm, dual joint encoders, Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, and over-the-air updates.
What this means in practice
- Research, teleoperation and imitation learning need the EDU. Without secondary development, you are limited to what Unitree's own app and controller expose.
- Manipulation needs the EDU too: the base G1 lists no hand at all.
- Upgrading later. Unitree's spec table does not describe a path from a base G1 to an EDU. If you think you may need development access, buy an EDU from the start, or ask us before you order.
Every G1 configuration we sell
Unitree sells the G1 EDU in several configurations. Our listings use Unitree-style names (EDU-U1, Edu Pro A, Edu Ultimate B and so on). They differ mainly in the hands, compute module and accessories that ship with the robot. Unitree does not publish a public table of what each configuration contains, so confirm the contents of the exact configuration with us before you order.
| Configuration | Price |
|---|---|
| G1 (base) | $21,500.00 |
| G1 Pro | $27,890.00 |
| G1 EDU-U1 | $43,800.00 |
| G1 Edu Pro G | $45,800.00 |
| G1 Edu Pro E | $51,800.00 |
| G1 EDU-U2 | $53,800.00 |
| G1 Edu Pro A | $54,800.00 |
| G1 Edu Ultimate G | $55,800.00 |
| G1 Edu Pro B | $56,800.00 |
| G1 Edu Pro F | $56,800.00 |
| G1 Edu Ultimate E | $63,800.00 |
| G1 Edu Combat (Boxing) | $63,800.00 |
| G1 EDU-U3 | $65,800.00 |
| G1 EDU-U8 | $67,800.00 |
| G1 Edu Ultimate B | $67,800.00 |
| G1 Edu Ultimate C | $67,800.00 |
| G1 Edu Ultimate D | $73,800.00 |
| G1 Edu Plus Teleop Bundle | $68,800.00 |
| G1 Edu Ultimate B Teleop Bundle | $82,800.00 |
| G1 Edu Ultimate F Teleop Bundle | $82,800.00 |
| G1-Comp | $48,800.00 |
Unitree's own shop offers a G1 Pro option next to the base G1 (shop.unitree.com) without a separate spec table. Ask us what it adds before choosing it over the base model or an EDU.
We also sell the G1-D, a mobile data-collection version of the G1, in Standard and Ultimate configurations. Those are listed in the Unitree price list.
Add-ons for the G1
| Add-on | Price |
|---|---|
| NVIDIA AGX Orin expansion dock for G1 | $7,600.00 |
| NVIDIA AGX Thor expansion dock for G1 | $15,200.00 |
| G1 tendon-driven dexterous hand | $1,490.00 |
| G1 Dex1-1 gripper, standard | $380.00 |
| G1 Dex1-1 gripper, advanced | $580.00 |
| G1 Dex1-1 gripper, ultimate | $1,080.00 |
| G1 head module (2 DOF) | $3,800.00 |
| G1 depth camera | $1,200.00 |
| G1 MID360 LiDAR | $3,800.00 |
| G1 teleop kit (no robot) | $15,000.00 |
| G1 teleop package for existing G1 EDU owners | $15,000.00 |
| G1 gantry | $1,850.00 |
| G1 battery | $900.00 |
| G1 battery charger | $300.00 |
| G1 remote controller | $370.00 |
The teleop package is sold for existing G1 EDU owners, which matches the rule above: teleoperation software needs development access.
How to choose
- Decide whether you need development access. If yes, skip the base G1.
- Decide on the hands. The EDU takes three-finger Dex3-1 hands, and we also list a tendon-driven hand and Dex1-1 grippers for the G1. Grippers are enough for many pick-and-place tasks; hands matter for in-hand manipulation.
- Decide on compute. Unitree lists the high-compute module as an EDU option. For the G1 we list NVIDIA AGX Orin and AGX Thor expansion docks.
- Plan the safety setup. We list a G1 gantry for holding the robot during early locomotion and control work.
- Compare with other humanoids in the humanoid comparison before you settle on the G1.
Buying a G1 in the US in 2026
On July 28, 2026, the FCC added foreign-produced mobile robots, including humanoids, to its Covered List. The FCC says previously authorized models can still be imported and sold, and robots already bought are not affected (FCC fact sheet). See our FCC Covered List explainer for what to check before you buy.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Unitree G1 cost?
Base G1 (current store price: $21,500.00); the entry EDU configuration, EDU-U1 (current store price: $43,800.00). Unitree's own list price for the base G1 starts at US $13.5K before tax and shipping.
What is the difference between the G1 and the G1 EDU?
Per Unitree's spec table, only the EDU supports secondary development. It also adds optional dexterous hands (up to 43 total DOF), optional wrist and waist joints, an optional high-compute module, higher knee torque and arm load, and an 18-month warranty instead of 8 months.
Does the base G1 have an SDK?
Unitree's spec table lists secondary development only for the G1 EDU. If you need to program the robot yourself, buy an EDU configuration.
Which G1 EDU configuration should I buy?
It depends on the hands and compute your task needs. Contact us with the task and we will tell you which configurations fit, and exactly what ships with each.
Can I lease a G1?
See leasing for the robots currently available to lease.
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