Humanoid robots for sale: which ones you can buy in 2026
Humanoid robots are no longer just science fiction: in 2026 some of them can really be bought, with a public list price and a shopping cart. The most affordable among those also sold in Europe is the Unitree R1: $4,900 (about €4,500) in the Air version, $5,900 (about €5,430) in the standard version. Next comes the Unitree G1, from $13,500 (about €12,400) on the official store; in Europe, VAT included, from €27,000. Dealers in Italy and Europe exist (Eagle Robots, Generation Robots), but be warned: these robots are designed for developers, research and education, not as household butlers. Here is what you can really buy today.
In short: the "do-it-all" home humanoid does not exist yet at consumer prices. What you buy today is a platform for those who want to experiment with humanoid robotics.
The humanoids you can buy in 2026
| Model | Indicative price | Height | Who it's for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unitree R1 | from ~€4,500 (Air, $4,900) to ~€5,430 ($5,900); EDU $10,500 | 1.23 m | Entry into humanoids, content; development only with the EDU |
| Booster K1 | $4,999 at launch (Oct. 2025), now on request; in the EU from €9,000 incl. VAT | ~95 cm | RoboCup, education |
| Unitree G1 | ~€12,400 (G1, $13,500); G1 Pro $21,500; EDU on quotation; in the EU from €27,000 incl. VAT | 1.32 m | Research, development, demonstrations |
Euro prices are the official US-dollar list price converted (USD × 0.92), without VAT, duties and shipping: buying from a European dealer the final price is higher. Verified on 18 September 2026.
Unitree R1 — Unitree's cheapest humanoid
It's the model that made the news: a bipedal humanoid at a price that until yesterday seemed impossible. It is 1.23 m tall, weighs about 29 kg (27 for the Air version), has 26 degrees of freedom (20 on the Air, up to 40 on the EDU) and about one hour of battery life. On the official store it costs $4,900 (Air), $5,900 (R1) or $10,500 (EDU); European dealers quote it on request or sell only the EDU. Be warned: only the EDU version is programmable. It remains a product for those who want to experiment, not a ready-to-use appliance.
Unitree G1 — the advanced humanoid
1.32 m tall and weighing about 35 kg, the G1 has from 23 up to 43 degrees of freedom (EDU version), 3D LiDAR and a depth camera, a 9,000 mAh quick-release battery for about 2 hours. It is used for research, development and demonstrations. The price: $13,500 (about €12,400) for the base G1 and $21,500 (about €19,800) for the G1 Pro on the official store; the EDU, the only programmable one, is on quotation; in Europe it starts at €27,000 including VAT. An investment, not an impulse purchase. Unitree says it shipped more than 5,500 humanoids in 2025, more than any other manufacturer.
What a humanoid can (and can't) do today
It can: walk, keep its balance, manipulate objects, perform programmed tasks, navigate autonomously. It is useful for those developing embodied AI applications, for universities and for spectacular content.
It can't (yet): reliably and autonomously replace a person in household chores. The technology is evolving fast, but the affordable "do-it-all" domestic humanoid is not yet a reality.
Is it worth buying one now?
It depends on who you are. If you are a developer, a researcher, a company or a creator who wants to be at the cutting edge, yes: a biped with a public list price starts at about €4,500 and learning now has a concrete advantage. If you are looking for a practical robot to use at home, it is better to wait a few more generations — or go for a quadruped robot dog, much more mature and useful today.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a humanoid robot cost? The most affordable start at $4,900 (Unitree R1 Air, about €4,500); the G1 costs $13,500 (about €12,400) on the official store and from €27,000 including VAT in Europe.
Can you buy a humanoid robot in Europe? Yes, Unitree models can be bought from the official store or from Italian and European dealers. Watch out for VAT, duties and CE compliance if you import.
Can a humanoid robot do housework? Not yet autonomously and reliably at consumer level. Current humanoids are mainly platforms for development and research.
Humanoid or robot dog? For practical usefulness and technological maturity, the quadruped robot dog is the more sensible choice today. The humanoid is for those who want to explore the frontier.
Curious about the prices? On Robolero you find the specification sheets of the Unitree R1 and G1 with the new price and used value, plus the market listings. Take the advisor test to work out whether a humanoid is for you or whether a quadruped suits you better.