Unitree Robotics has produced between 10,000 and 20,000 G1 humanoid robots since their market launch in May 2024. Founder Wang Xinxin announced these figures at the 2026 World Conference on Physics and AI, claiming the G1 is the world's best-selling humanoid robot. The platform, designed for AI-driven tasks, debuted on May 13, 2024, with a starting price of $13,500.
The G1 stands approximately 127 cm tall and weighs about 35 kg. Depending on the configuration, it features between 23 and 43 joints with a maximum torque of 120 Nm. The robot utilizes the UnifoLM model, supports reinforcement learning, and includes LiDAR and a ToF camera. It offers an autonomous operation time of about two hours.
The company's recent conference attracted over 3,000 attendees. Following the event announcement on October 19, Unitree shares rose by more than 17% during the trading day. By the market close, the share price reached ¥495.92, pushing the company's total market capitalization back above ¥200 billion.
