NAO vs Unitree G1+
Compare NAO (Aldebaran / SoftBank Robotics) and Unitree G1+ (Unitree Robotics) side by side: degrees of freedom, weight, payload, battery life, actuators, and status.
| Spec | NAO | Unitree G1+ |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Aldebaran / SoftBank Robotics | Unitree Robotics |
| Category | Humanoid | Humanoid |
| Country | Japan | China |
| Degrees of freedom | 25 | 25 |
| Weight (kg) | 5.4 | 35 |
| Battery life (h) | 1.5 | 2 |
| Payload | 0.5 kg | About 3 kg per arm (about 4 kg on the 25–45 DoF edition) |
| Max speed | 0.4 m/s | |
| Actuators | Modular joint motors | |
| Primary sensor | Binocular camera + wide-angle camera | |
| Function | Education & research | Research & development |
| Released | 2008 | 2026 |
| Status | Active | Active |
Verdict
Unitree G1+ leads on 3 of the 3 weighted dimensions both makers disclose.
Unitree G1+ leads on price (US $15K (tax and shipping excluded) vs $8,000), payload (About 3 kg per arm (about 4 kg on the 25–45 DoF edition) vs 0.5 kg) and battery life (2 h vs 1.5 h).
Left out because at least one manufacturer does not publish a figure: max speed.
NAO
A programmable humanoid robot widely used in education and research. NAO features a rich sensor suite and runs the NAOqi framework, making it a standard platform for robotics labs and STEM programs worldwide.
Unitree G1+
Upgraded version of Unitree's compact G1 research humanoid: two added neck degrees of freedom, higher-torque shoulder, waist and arm motors, a binocular plus wide-angle camera set and continuous external power. Priced from $15K USD before tax and shipping.