H2 vs R1: Which Is Better in 2026?
Independent spec-by-spec comparison of the Unitree H2 Humanoid Robot and Unitree R1 Humanoid Robot. Real pricing, verified specs, no affiliate bias.
Unitree
Unitree official (verified) · Updated 2026-03
Unitree
Unitree official (verified) · Updated 2026-03
H2 is 510% more expensive than R1
Price Comparison
H2
$29,900
Unitree official (verified)
R1
$4,900
Unitree official (verified)
✓ Lower priceThe H2 costs 510% more than the R1.
Winner by Category
Full Spec Comparison
| Spec | H2 | R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 65 kg | 29 kg |
| Degrees of Freedom | 31 | 20-26 |
| Height | 170 cm | 123 cm |
Our Verdict
On price, the R1 comes in 510% cheaper than the H2 — a meaningful gap if budget is the primary constraint.
This is a close match.
Choose the H2 for higher payload applications.
Choose the R1 for budget-conscious deployments.
Best For
H2
- ✓research
- ✓enterprise pilots
- ✓industrial prototyping
R1
- ✓consumer/prosumer
- ✓education
- ✓entertainment
- ✓basic research
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