Unitree G1

Unitree G1

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The Unitree G1 is an advanced, affordable humanoid robot featuring 23-43 degrees of freedom, force-position hybrid control, and AI-driven capabilities, designed for research, education, and light industrial applications.
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Unitree G1

Product Information

Updated:Aug 9, 2025

What is Unitree G1

The Unitree G1 is a versatile humanoid robot standing at 1.32m tall and weighing approximately 35kg, with a base price starting at $16,000. It features a modular design with 23 degrees of freedom in its basic configuration, expandable to 43 DOF in advanced models. The robot comes equipped with depth cameras, 3D LiDAR, and an 8-core processor for basic computing, with options for NVIDIA Jetson Orin integration in EDU models. Its robust construction includes industrial-grade crossed roller bearings and a full joint hollow electrical routing system, powered by a 9000mAh quick-swap battery providing about 2 hours of operation.

Key Features of Unitree G1

The Unitree G1 is an advanced humanoid robot standing 1.32m tall with 23-43 degrees of freedom (depending on model version). It features AI-driven learning capabilities through imitation and reinforcement, force-position hybrid control for precise object manipulation, and comprehensive sensing abilities including 3D LiDAR and depth cameras. The robot combines high mobility with sophisticated hand control, powered by an 8-core processor and equipped with WiFi 6 connectivity, making it suitable for research, education, and industrial applications.
Advanced Mobility System: Features 23-43 joint motors with extra-large movement angles, enabling human-like flexibility and movement with up to 120 Nm torque at knee joints
Intelligent Control System: Employs AI-driven imitation and reinforcement learning with force-position hybrid control for precise operations and continuous improvement through OTA updates
Comprehensive Sensing Suite: Equipped with 3D LiDAR, depth cameras, 4-microphone array, and optional tactile sensors for enhanced environmental awareness and interaction
Modular Design: Offers various configurations from basic to ultimate versions, with optional dexterous hands and additional degrees of freedom for customized applications

Use Cases of Unitree G1

Research and Education: Serves as a platform for academic institutions to study robotics, AI, and human-robot interaction
Industrial Automation: Performs precise object manipulation and repetitive tasks in manufacturing environments with its dexterous hands and reliable control system
Healthcare Assistance: Supports medical facilities with delicate operations requiring high precision and reliability
Entertainment and Demonstrations: Showcases advanced robotics capabilities through dynamic movements and interactive performances

Pros

Relatively affordable starting at $16K compared to other humanoid robots
High flexibility and range of motion exceeding human capabilities
Comprehensive development support with continuous software updates

Cons

Limited battery life of about 2 hours
Significant weight at 35kg may restrict some applications
Still in early stages of development with some features under testing

How to Use Unitree G1

Initial Setup: Connect to the G1 robot via SSH using the default credentials: username 'unitree' and password '123' at IP address 192.168.123.164. It's recommended to change the default password for security.
Select Operating System: Choose between ROS Foxy(1) or Noetic(2) when prompted. The recommended choice is Foxy(1).
Basic Control: Use the provided manual controller to operate the robot. Press L2+B to relax the robot's arms into damping state. To exit this mode, reboot the G1.
Battery Management: Install the 9000mAh quick-release battery which provides approximately 2 hours of operation. Use the provided 54V 5A charger to recharge the battery when needed.
Network Configuration: Configure your development computer to 192.168.123.99. The robot's LIDAR is at 192.168.123.120, internal control computer at 192.168.123.161, and development computer (Orin) at 192.168.123.164.
Safety Precautions: Maintain a safe distance from the robot during operation. The robot weighs approximately 35kg and has powerful motors. Follow all safety guidelines in the manual and avoid dangerous modifications.
Advanced Programming (EDU version only): For EDU version users, access the SDK and development tools to program custom behaviors. Install required dependencies including CycloneDDS for advanced development.

Unitree G1 FAQs

The G1 measures 1320x450x200mm when standing, 690x450x300mm when folded, and weighs about 35kg with battery.