Unitree unveils $4,290 upper-body humanoid robot

Unitree has unveiled a new humanoid robot priced at $4,290, featuring an upper-body-only design. The sub-$5,000 price point positions the robot as one of the most affordable humanoid platforms available from a major Chinese manufacturer, well below the cost of competing full-body humanoids. The upper-body configuration focuses on dual-arm manipulation rather than locomotion, making it suitable for bench-top assembly, pick-and-place, and research use. Unitree is an established Chinese robotics vendor with a growing international footprint. The low price point signals increasing commoditization of humanoid hardware. Takeaway: Overseas buyers evaluating humanoid platforms for R&D or light manipulation now have a sub-$5,000 option from a recognized Chinese supplier.