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Unitree A1

By Unitree Robotics

The Unitree A1 is a quadruped robot for secondary development.

The Unitree A1 is a quadruped robot for secondary development. The A1 has an effective load of 5 kg, an endurance of 1 to 2.5 hours and a maximum continuous running speed of 3.3 m/s (as stated by Unitree). Availability in the Netherlands is not confirmed.

Status 2026

Commercially availableThis model is listed as commercially available. Delivery, configuration and support vary by supplier and region.
Type
Robot dogs
Origin
Not publicly confirmed
Deployment
Not confirmed
Region
Not publicly confirmed
Applications
1 application
  • 01Four-legged robot

    Takes stairs, thresholds and rough terrain where wheels get stuck.

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  • 02Quadruped robot

    In the robot dogs category.

5kg
Payload
1-2.5hours
Runtime per charge
3.3m/s
Speed
(11.88 km/h) maximum continu

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 Unitree A1?

Unitree A1 is a robot dog from Unitree Robotics, listed for secondary development (for example machine learning). Key figures: payload 5 kg, runtime per charge 1-2.5 hours, speed 3.3 m/s. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. Market status: commercially available. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.

Technology in brief

A1 to scale

A way to picture it: next to a person, a door or a familiar object.

  • 5 kg

    About 5 one-litre cartons of milk.

  • 11.9 km/h

    Faster than walking pace (about 5 km/h).

  • 2.5 hours

    About 31% of an eight-hour workday.

In practice

How does it compare with other robots?

Each value next to the other robots in the same category in our guide, where that value is known. All figures according to the manufacturer; unconfirmed values are marked in the figures at the top.

  • This robot
  • Other robots in the category
  • Payload5kg

    Place 15of 19

    Higher than 0 of the 18 other robots, equal to 4

  • Speed3.3m/s

    Place 11of 19

    Higher than 8 of the 18 other robots

  • Runtime2.5h

    Place 13of 19

    Higher than 5 of the 18 other robots, equal to 1

Application

What was A1 developed for?

  • Secondary development (for example machine learning)

Business fit

When might A1 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 A1, its manufacturer and this type of robot

  1. Boston Dynamics brought the robot dog Spot to market commercially in June 2020.

    Source: Wikipedia, Spot
  2. With four legs, a robot stays stable on uneven ground and can take stairs that are impassable for wheels.

  3. Unitree Robotics was founded in 2016.

  4. Robotleasen lists 20 robots from Unitree. You can find them all on the supplier page.

Market and supply

Is A1 available?

A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time

Status board

Checked 27 October 2026
  • Market statusCommercially availableActive
  • RegionNot publicly confirmedActive
  • Lease / RaaSNot confirmedNot confirmed
  • RentalNot confirmedNot confirmed

2 of 4 confirmedAvailability depends on market launch, region and the manufacturer's channels.

Manufacturer

Unitree Robotics

Manufacturer of robot dogs and humanoid platforms followed by research teams, education providers and innovation programmes.

International20 robot profiles in the directory
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OUR INTERPRETATION

Our perspective on A1

The Unitree A1 is a quadruped robot for secondary development. The A1 has an effective load of 5 kg, an endurance of 1 to 2.5 hours and a maximum continuous running speed of 3.3 m/s (as stated by Unitree). 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.

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Compare

Compare A1

Open comparison overview
FeatureA1UnitreeX30DEEP RoboticsA2Unitree
Market statusCommercially availableCommercially availableCommercially available
ApplicationSecondary development (for example machine learning)Industrial inspection, Site explorationInspection rounds, Light-load carrying
DeploymentNot confirmedNot confirmedNot confirmed
RegionNot publicly confirmedNot publicly confirmedNot publicly confirmed

Explore alternatives

Alternatives to A1

Profiles from the same category, selected by similar applications

DEEP RoboticsCommercially available

Lynx M20

Different application: power-line inspection

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Direct Drive TechnologyCommercially available

TITA

Different application: inspection

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Boston DynamicsCommercially available

Spot

Different application: inspection

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Frequently asked questions

Questions about A1

What is the Unitree A1?

Unitree A1 is a robot dog from Unitree Robotics, listed for secondary development (for example machine learning). Key figures: payload 5 kg, runtime per charge 1-2.5 hours, speed 3.3 m/s. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. Market status: commercially available. 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 Unitree A1?

Key figures: payload 5 kg, runtime per charge 1-2.5 hours, speed 3.3 m/s. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. 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 Unitree A1?

Unitree A1 is listed under Unitree Robotics. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.

Is the Unitree A1 available to buy or lease in the Netherlands?

Commercially available. 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 Unitree A1 cost?

No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier.

What is the Unitree A1 used for?

The applications listed for the Unitree A1 include secondary development (for example machine learning).

What are alternatives to the Unitree A1?

Profiles include DEEP Robotics Lynx M20, Direct Drive Technology TITA and Boston Dynamics Spot. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.

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News and insights

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Could A1 fit your organisation?

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Sources and checks

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Specifications are generally based on manufacturer information and have not been measured by Robotleasen. See our editorial approach.