SE01 vs G1: Which Is Better in 2026?
Independent spec-by-spec comparison of the EngineAI SE01 Humanoid Robot and Unitree G1 Humanoid Robot. Real pricing, verified specs, no affiliate bias.
EngineAI
2026 humanoid price guides (estimated) · Updated 2026-07
EngineAI does not publish an SE01 list price. 2026 humanoid price guides put it around $13,000; the upper bound here allows for configuration and Western landed cost. Get a written quote — the SE01 predates the T800's formal commercial launch and channel pricing is inconsistent.
Unitree
Unitree official (verified) · Updated 2026-07
$13,500 direct from Unitree (on backorder as of July 2026); US dealers list the base G1 nearer $17,990. EDU configurations run $43,900–$73,900. Unitree cut this from the $16,000 launch price in late 2025.
Payload
3 kg
SE01 is 22% more expensive than G1
Price Comparison
SE01
~$13,000–$20,000
2026 humanoid price guides (estimated)
G1
$13,500
Unitree official (verified)
✓ Lower priceThe SE01 costs 22% more than the G1.
Winner by Category
Full Spec Comparison
| Spec | SE01 | G1 |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | — | 3 kg |
| Max Speed | 2 m/s | — |
| Weight | 55 kg | 35 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom | 32 | 23-43 |
| Height | 170 cm | 127 cm |
| Battery Life | — | 2 h |
Our Verdict
On price, the G1 comes in 22% cheaper than the SE01 — a meaningful gap if budget is the primary constraint.
**Choose the G1** if you need the stronger all-round performer across specs and value.
**Choose the SE01** if its specific strengths — such as ecosystem support — align with your use case.
Best For
SE01
- ✓locomotion research
- ✓gait and control development
- ✓university labs
- ✓demonstrations
G1
- ✓university research
- ✓corporate R&D
- ✓robotics education
- ✓entertainment
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SE01 vs G1 — FAQ
Is the SE01 or the G1 cheaper?
The G1 is cheaper at $13,500, versus ~$13,000–$20,000 for the SE01 — a 22% difference.
Which is better, the SE01 or the G1?
The G1 wins on more categories overall (price, payload, precision, speed, and value). Choose the SE01 if its specific strengths match your use case — see our verdict above.
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