Educational robotsUBTECHShowcase
UBTECH Alpha 1E
The UBTECH Alpha 1E is a small educational humanoid robot with 16 servo motors, voice interaction and Blockly coding.
The Alpha 1E is a multi-purpose educational robot from UBTECH with voice interaction, dance moves and facial recognition, all managed from a single app. According to UBTECH the robot has 16 servo motors (16 DOF), dimensions of 401 × 208 × 124 mm (H × W × D), a weight of 1.8 kg and a 2,500 mAh, 7.4 V battery. It has a 900 MHz Cortex-A7 processor, 512 MB of memory and 4 GB of storage. The page names Blockly coding lessons as a core function. The page does not state a movement speed or runtime. Availability in the Netherlands is not confirmed.
Status 2026
ShowcaseThis model is listed as a showcase. Direct commercial availability has not been confirmed.- EducationLearning platform
Meant for learning and testing programming, AI and robotics.
- ModularEducational humanoid robot
In the educational robots category.
- Height
- 401 mm
- Weight
- 1.8 kg
- Degrees of freedom
- 16
From the floor to the top.
What the robot itself weighs.
Number of joints: how freely the arm moves.
Values as recorded on the robot profile, generally based on manufacturer information. Configuration and operating conditions can change the figures; confirm them with the supplier.
What is UBTECH Alpha 1E?
UBTECH Alpha 1E is an educational robot from UBTECH Robotics, listed for education with blockly coding lessons. Key figures: height 401 mm, weight 1.8 kg, degrees of freedom 16. Market status: showcase. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
How does it compare with other educational robots?
We compare each value with the other educational robots in our guide for which it is known. Typical is the middle half. Values according to the manufacturers; caveats are noted with the key figures at the top.
- Height40cm
Typical for an educational robot
Of the 9 others, 3 are taller and 6 shorter.
Typical: 28 to 50 cm
- Weight1.8kg
Typical for an educational robot
Of the 64 others, 37 are heavier, 2 the same weight and 25 lighter.
Typical: 1.2 to 5 kg
Application
What was Alpha 1E developed for?
Education with Blockly coding lessons
Business fit
When might Alpha 1E be a fit?
An initial view based on the recorded category and model information
May be suitable for
- Organisations assessing a robot for a defined task and work environment.
- Teams comparing the robot's recorded profile with other options.
- Businesses that want to validate the application and integration requirements.
Considerations
- Confirm capabilities and current availability with the manufacturer or supplier.
- Check the work environment, integration needs and local support before selecting a model.
Facts
Did you know?
Notable facts about Alpha 1E, its manufacturer and this type of robot
- 2007
Many education and research robots work with ROS (Robot Operating System), open-source robotics software that has been developed since 2007.
Source: Wikipedia, ROS - 2012
UBTECH Robotics was founded in 2012.
Robotleasen lists 15 robots from UBTECH. You can find them all on the supplier page.
Market and supply
Is Alpha 1E available?
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
What is settled?
Checked 4 November 2026- Market statusShowcaseconfirmed
Mainly a demonstration model; not regularly on sale.
- RegionNot publicly confirmednot confirmed
Not known whether it is supplied in the Netherlands. Ask a supplier.
- Lease / RaaSNot confirmednot confirmed
No supplier has confirmed lease or robot-as-a-service.
- RentalNot confirmednot confirmed
No supplier has confirmed rental.
1 of 4 settled. The rest depends on the supplier.
View available alternativesManufacturer
UBTECH Robotics
Robotics developer of humanoid and service robots, including the industrial Walker series for manufacturing and logistics applications.
OUR INTERPRETATION
Our perspective on Alpha 1E
The Alpha 1E is a multi-purpose educational robot from UBTECH with voice interaction, dance moves and facial recognition, all managed from a single app. According to UBTECH the robot has 16 servo motors (16 DOF), dimensions of 401 × 208 × 124 mm (H × W × D), a weight of 1.8 kg and a 2,500 mAh, 7.4 V battery. It has a 900 MHz Cortex-A7 processor, 512 MB of memory and 4 GB of storage. The page names Blockly coding lessons as a core function. The page does not state a movement speed or runtime. Availability in the Netherlands is not confirmed.
Lease or rent
Can you lease this robot?
Leasing options for this model are not in our data. Ask the supplier about leasing, rental or Robot-as-a-Service, or use our request page for advice.
Compare
Compare Alpha 1E with alternatives
| Feature | Alpha 1EUBTECH · this robot | Codey RockyMakeblock | mTinyMakeblock | VinciBotMatataStudio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Showcase | Showcase | Showcase | Showcase |
| Application | Education with Blockly coding lessons | Programming lessons, Sensor assignments | Early programming activities, Map and route assignments | Block and Python lessons, Sensor and route projects |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed |
| Difference | — | Different application: programming lessons | Different application: early programming activities | Different application: block and python lessons |
| Link | View robot | View robot | View robot |
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Alpha 1E
What is the UBTECH Alpha 1E?
UBTECH Alpha 1E is an educational robot from UBTECH Robotics, listed for education with blockly coding lessons. Key figures: height 401 mm, weight 1.8 kg, degrees of freedom 16. Market status: showcase. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
What are the specifications of the UBTECH Alpha 1E?
Key figures: height 401 mm, weight 1.8 kg, degrees of freedom 16. Values as recorded on the robot profile, generally based on manufacturer information. Configuration and operating conditions can change the figures; confirm them with the supplier.
Which supplier is listed for the UBTECH Alpha 1E?
UBTECH Alpha 1E is listed under UBTECH Robotics. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the UBTECH Alpha 1E available to buy or lease in the Netherlands?
Showcase. Deployment: not confirmed. Whether this model is available to buy, rent or lease in the Netherlands depends on the supplier. Ask a supplier to confirm current availability.
How much does the UBTECH Alpha 1E cost?
No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier.
What is the UBTECH Alpha 1E used for?
The applications listed for the UBTECH Alpha 1E include education with blockly coding lessons.
What are alternatives to the UBTECH Alpha 1E?
Profiles include Makeblock Codey Rocky, Makeblock mTiny and MatataStudio VinciBot. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.
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Sources and checks
Checked against the manufacturer · last checked
- Manufacturer ubtrobot.com
Specifications are generally based on manufacturer information and have not been measured by Robotleasen. See our editorial approach.