T1 vs R1: Which Is Better in 2026?
Independent spec-by-spec comparison of the Booster Robotics T1 Humanoid Robot and Unitree R1 Humanoid Robot. Real pricing, verified specs, no affiliate bias.
Booster Robotics
Reseller listings (wide spread — configuration dependent) · Updated 2026-07
T1 pricing varies more than almost any humanoid we track. One source lists roughly $22,000; US channels quote from $29,800 for the Basic build up to about $50,925 for a Standard build with grippers, with resellers around $33,949 in between. The spread is configuration, not regional arbitrage — always confirm which build and whether hands are included.
Unitree
Unitree official (verified) · Updated 2026-03
T1 is 645% more expensive than R1
Price Comparison
T1
~$22,000–$51,000
Reseller listings (wide spread — configuration dependent)
R1
$4,900
Unitree official (verified)
✓ Lower priceThe T1 costs 645% more than the R1.
Winner by Category
Full Spec Comparison
| Spec | T1 | R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Speed | 5 m/s | — |
| Weight | 30 kg | 29 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom | 23 | 20-26 |
| Height | 118 cm | 123 cm |
| Battery Life | 2 h | — |
Our Verdict
On price, the R1 comes in 645% cheaper than the T1 — a meaningful gap if budget is the primary constraint.
This is a close match.
Choose the T1 for higher payload applications.
Choose the R1 for budget-conscious deployments.
Best For
T1
- ✓robot soccer and competitions
- ✓locomotion research
- ✓university labs
- ✓developer platforms
R1
- ✓consumer/prosumer
- ✓education
- ✓entertainment
- ✓basic research
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T1 vs R1 — FAQ
Is the T1 or the R1 cheaper?
The R1 is cheaper at $4,900, versus ~$22,000–$51,000 for the T1 — a 645% difference.
Which is better, the T1 or the R1?
The T1 wins on more categories overall (price, payload, precision, speed, and value). Choose the R1 if its specific strengths match your use case — see our verdict above.
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