Unitree Robotics
Unitree R1 Edu Smart Humanoid Robot
The Unitree R1 Edu Smart is a research configuration of Unitree's accessible humanoid line, built on the official R1 EDU platform: the tier that unlocks secondary development, optional dexterous hands, LiDAR, and high-power compute. It delivers hands-on humanoid research (locomotion, manipulation, HRI, embodied AI) at a price point that fits a single grant line item rather than a capital request.
Key Highlights
- R1 EDU platform: the only R1 tier with secondary development support
- 26 to 40 degrees of freedom with optional dexterous hand
- High-power computing module in the NVIDIA Orin class, rated by Unitree at 40 to 100 TOPS
- Optional LiDAR package and EDU backpack expansion
- Binocular depth camera, multimodal speech-and-vision AI
Unitree R1 Edu Smart Specs
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Platform | R1 EDU (Edu Smart is a dealer configuration of this tier) |
| Dimensions (standing) | 1230 x 357 x 190 mm (48.4 x 14.1 x 7.5 in) |
| Weight | Approx. 29 kg (64 lb) with battery |
| Degrees of Freedom | 26 to 40 (with optional dexterous hand) |
| Camera | Binocular depth camera, horizontal FOV to 146 degrees, vertical to 124 degrees |
| Compute | 8-core CPU plus high-power NVIDIA Orin class module, 40 to 100 TOPS |
| Development | Secondary development supported, fully open joint and sensor interfaces |
| Arm joint torque | About 2 kg (4.4 lb) maximum, varies with arm extension |
| Battery | Quick-release smart battery, approx. 1 h runtime |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F), not waterproof or dustproof |
| Warranty period | 12 months |
Specifications per Unitree R1 User Manual V1.3 and unitree.com. Edu Smart and Edu Pro are dealer configurations built on the R1 EDU tier; contact us to match compute, LiDAR, and hand options to your research goals.
Built For
- University humanoid robotics and embodied-AI labs
- Manipulation and dexterous-hand research
- Human-robot interaction studies
- Corporate R&D and prototyping
Good to Know
For operators 18 and up. Unitree recommends a protective frame and stand for startup and extended standing; the R1 Edu Smart is designed for indoor, dry-condition use within a 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) operating range and is not waterproof or dustproof. A protective mount is not included by default, so ask us when you order if your program needs one. Runtime stays around one hour per charge whatever compute and sensors you add.
Education & Institutional Purchasing
We work with university procurement offices and support formal quotes and purchase orders. Contact us for a quote or configuration guidance.
Warranty & U.S. Support
Sourced through Unitree's authorized U.S. distribution and backed by U.S.-based authorized warranty and repair service, with pre- and post-sale support from Global Drone HQ.
Explore the Unitree Lineup
Compare every configuration in the full Unitree collection. Labs that need hands, LiDAR or a different compute tier out of the box should look at the R1 Edu Pro, while manipulation-focused teams can pair their research with the R1 A5 dual-arm robot or R1 A7 dual-arm robot.
Verified US equipment authorization, FCC ID 2A5PE-YUSHU010
Sourced through Toborlife, Unitree's authorized US distributor and warranty center
Freight quoted to your destination
Purchase orders and tax-exempt purchasing welcome
Secondary development
Degrees of freedom
Optional Orin compute
Depth camera
Total weight
Pairs well with
Questions about configuration, lead time or deployment? We reply within one business day.
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Shipping and Delivery
Robots ship freight and insured to your dock or venue. Freight is quoted to your destination address and appears as a line item on your written quote. Lead time is confirmed in writing before you commit to a delivery date.
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Support
You deal with Global Drone HQ directly, before and after the sale. We help you pick the right configuration, handle delivery, first-line troubleshooting and setup, and we coordinate anything that needs the service center rather than handing you an address overseas.
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Warranty and Service
Toborlife is an authorized Unitree warranty and repair center in Mountain View, California, and handles complete-machine warranty service, repair or replacement of core components and factory-level diagnostics. Global Drone HQ is your first line for setup, routine troubleshooting and support. Units are sourced through Toborlife, Unitree's authorized US distributor.
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Contact Us
Email daniel@globaldronehq.com or call (858) 906-5185. Purchase orders and tax-exempt purchasing are welcome for schools, universities and public agencies.
More compute on the same body.
The Edu Smart is an R1 Edu configured for work that outgrows the base compute. It keeps the 26-joint body, the binocular depth camera and full secondary development, and it is specified with the high-power computing module in the Orin class that Unitree rates between 40 and 100 TOPS. Dexterous hands, LiDAR and backpack expansion are configuration choices on this tier.
Secondary Development • Orin-Class Compute Option • 26 to 40 Degrees of Freedom • FCC ID 2A5PE-YUSHU010 • Quotes & POs Welcome
Dig Deeper
Development and Sensing
- Binocular depth camera in the head, horizontal field of view up to 146°, vertical up to 124°.
- RGB 1270 x 720 at 30 Hz, depth 544 x 448 at 10 Hz.
- 8-core high-performance CPU as the base computing platform.
- 4-microphone array and speaker for voice interaction.
- Multimodal large model onboard for speech and images.
- Fully open control interfaces for joints and sensors, with support for mainstream simulation platforms.
Body, Motion and Expansion
- 26 degrees of freedom: 6 in each leg, 5 in each arm, 2 in the waist and 2 in the head.
- About 29 kg (64 lb) with the battery fitted.
- 1230 x 357 x 190 mm (48.4 x 14.1 x 7.5 in) standing.
- Low-inertia high-speed internal rotor PMSM joint motors on crossed roller and double hook ball bearings.
- Calf plus thigh 600 mm (23.6 in), forearm plus upper arm 420 mm (16.5 in).
- About 2 kg (4.4 lb) maximum torque per arm joint, which varies with arm extension.
- 26 to 40 degrees of freedom once an optional dexterous hand is fitted.
Power, Connectivity and Honest Limits
- Quick-release smart battery, about 1 hour per charge. Added compute and sensors do not extend that figure.
- Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, with intelligent OTA updates.
- Rated 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). Not waterproof and not dustproof, so this is an indoor, dry-conditions machine.
- Hands, LiDAR and compute are configuration choices, so confirm the exact build on the quote rather than assuming a standard kit.
- Unitree recommends the support stand during startup and extended standing while operators build experience.
- 12-month Unitree warranty period on the R1 Edu tier, serviced in the US through Toborlife.
Compare the R1 Line
Same 26-joint R1 body across these three. What separates them is secondary development, onboard compute, hands and sensing.
Weight
About 29 kg (64 lb)
Weight
About 29 kg (64 lb)
Weight
About 29 kg (64 lb)
Top Speed
Not published by Unitree
Top Speed
Not published by Unitree
Top Speed
Not published by Unitree
Rated Payload
About 2 kg (4.4 lb) per arm joint, varies with arm extension
Rated Payload
About 2 kg (4.4 lb) per arm joint, varies with arm extension
Rated Payload
About 2 kg (4.4 lb) per arm joint, varies with arm extension
Protection
Not rated, not waterproof or dustproof
Protection
Not rated, not waterproof or dustproof
Protection
Not rated, not waterproof or dustproof
Endurance
About 1 h, quick-release smart battery
Endurance
About 1 h, quick-release smart battery
Endurance
About 1 h, quick-release smart battery
Locomotion
Bipedal, 26 degrees of freedom
Locomotion
Bipedal, 26 to 40 degrees of freedom
Locomotion
Bipedal, 26 to 40 degrees of freedom
Operating Temp
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Operating Temp
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Operating Temp
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Best For
Demonstrations and teaching that need a waist, a head and depth vision
Best For
Lab work that needs more onboard compute than the Edu Standard
Best For
Manipulation and embodied-AI research with hands and LiDAR options
Price
$8,990
Price
$18,900
Price
From $19,800
FAQs
Is the R1 Edu Smart authorized for use in the US?
Yes. The R1 family is covered by Unitree's US equipment authorization under grantee YuShu Technology Co., Ltd., FCC ID 2A5PE-YUSHU010, verifiable at apps.fcc.gov/oetcf/eas. FCC equipment authorization is separate from NDAA procurement eligibility, so if you are buying under a federal procurement rule, check that with us first.
How long does it run on a charge?
About one hour on the quick-release smart battery, and that does not change when you add compute or sensors. Labs running all day should order spare packs.
How is the Edu Smart different from the Edu Standard and the Edu Pro?
All three are R1 Edu and all three support secondary development. The Edu Standard is the base compute build. The Edu Smart is specified with the high-power Orin-class module. The Edu Pro configurations add hands, LiDAR and further expansion on top.
What compute does it carry?
Unitree offers the high-power computing module in multiple brands and models in the Orin class, rated between 40 and 100 TOPS, alongside the 8-core base CPU. We confirm the exact module on the quote.
How much can the arms carry?
Unitree rates the arm joints at about 2 kg (4.4 lb) of maximum torque, and the usable arm load varies considerably with how far the arm is extended. Treat the R1 as a manipulation research platform, not a load carrier.
Do you accept purchase orders?
Yes. We work with universities, districts and public agencies regularly and accept purchase orders and tax-exempt purchasing. Tell us what your procurement office needs and we will format the quote to match.