G1 vs H1: Which Is Better in 2026?
Independent spec-by-spec comparison of the Unitree G1 Humanoid Robot and Unitree H1 Humanoid Robot. Real pricing, verified specs, no affiliate bias.
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
Unitree
Unitree official (listed) · Updated 2026-03
Listed at $90K; actual pricing $90K-$150K depending on config
G1 is 85% cheaper than H1
Price Comparison
G1
$13,500
Unitree official (verified)
✓ Lower priceH1
$90,000
Unitree official (listed)
The H1 costs 85% more than the G1.
Winner by Category
Full Spec Comparison
| Spec | G1 | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 3 kg | — |
| Weight | 35 kg | 47 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom | 23-43 | 19 |
| Height | 127 cm | 180 cm |
| Battery Life | 2 h | — |
Our Verdict
On price, the G1 comes in 567% cheaper than the H1 — 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 H1** if its specific strengths — such as ecosystem support — align with your use case.
Best For
G1
- ✓university research
- ✓corporate R&D
- ✓robotics education
- ✓entertainment
H1
- ✓enterprise R&D
- ✓industrial research
- ✓performance demonstrations
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G1 vs H1 — FAQ
Is the G1 or the H1 cheaper?
The G1 is cheaper at $13,500, versus $90,000 for the H1 — a 85% difference.
Which is better, the G1 or the H1?
The G1 wins on more categories overall (price, payload, precision, speed, and value). Choose the H1 if its specific strengths match your use case — see our verdict above.
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