iPal vs Unitree R1
Compare iPal (AvatarMind) and Unitree R1 (Unitree Robotics) side by side: degrees of freedom, weight, payload, battery life, actuators, and status.
| Spec | iPal | Unitree R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AvatarMind | Unitree Robotics |
| Category | Humanoid | Humanoid |
| Country | China | China |
| Degrees of freedom | 22 | 26 |
| Weight (kg) | 15 | 29 |
| Battery life (h) | 4 | 1 |
| Payload | N/A (companion) | |
| Max speed | 0.5 m/s | |
| Actuators | Brushless DC Servo Motors | Modular joint motors |
| Primary sensor | Stereo Camera + Touch Sensors + 4x Microphones | |
| Function | Education & companionship | Research & development |
| Released | 2016 | 2025 |
| Status | Active | Active |
Verdict
iPal leads on 2 of the 3 weighted dimensions both makers disclose.
iPal leads on price ($1,500 vs From $4,900 USD (R1 AIR); $5,900 USD (R1); tax and shipping excluded) and battery life (4 h vs 1 h).
Unitree R1 leads on degrees of freedom (26 vs 22).
Left out because at least one manufacturer does not publish a figure: payload and max speed.
iPal
An educational companion humanoid designed for children and elderly care. iPal engages with natural conversation, interactive learning games, and social interaction, serving as both a tutor and eldercare companion.
Unitree R1
Unitree's lightweight consumer-priced humanoid, at about 29 kg and up to 123 cm tall. Three variants: R1 AIR ($4,900), R1 ($5,900) and R1 EDU. Unitree lists about one hour of battery life.