SE01 vs R1: Which Is Better in 2026?
Independent spec-by-spec comparison of the EngineAI SE01 Humanoid Robot and Unitree R1 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 2026-03
SE01 is 237% more expensive than R1
Price Comparison
SE01
~$13,000–$20,000
2026 humanoid price guides (estimated)
R1
$4,900
Unitree official (verified)
✓ Lower priceThe SE01 costs 237% more than the R1.
Winner by Category
Full Spec Comparison
| Spec | SE01 | R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Speed | 2 m/s | — |
| Weight | 55 kg | 29 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom | 32 | 20-26 |
| Height | 170 cm | 123 cm |
Our Verdict
On price, the R1 comes in 237% cheaper than the SE01 — a meaningful gap if budget is the primary constraint.
This is a close match.
Choose the SE01 for higher payload applications.
Choose the R1 for budget-conscious deployments.
Best For
SE01
- ✓locomotion research
- ✓gait and control development
- ✓university labs
- ✓demonstrations
R1
- ✓consumer/prosumer
- ✓education
- ✓entertainment
- ✓basic research
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SE01 vs R1 — FAQ
Is the SE01 or the R1 cheaper?
The R1 is cheaper at $4,900, versus ~$13,000–$20,000 for the SE01 — a 237% difference.
Which is better, the SE01 or the R1?
The SE01 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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