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Best quadruped robots

Four-legged robots for inspection, research and education, compared on payload, runtime, speed and price.

Best forInspection & securityResearch & educationMapping & surveyingHobby & companionship
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Aliengo
Unitree
Unitree B2-W
Unitree
Unitree Go1
Unitree
Unitree Go2
Unitree
Score82/10082/10081/10081/100
Price€50,000€100,000€2,700€2,800
TypeQuadrupedQuadruped (wheeled)QuadrupedQuadruped
Weight22 kg60 kg12 kg15 kg
Payload10 kg40 kg5 kg8 kg
Top speed1.5 m/s6 m/s3.7 m/s3.7 m/s
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Frequently asked questions

What is a quadruped robot used for?+

Industrial models patrol and inspect plants, tunnels and construction sites; smaller ones are research, education and hobby platforms.

How long does the battery last?+

Typically 1 to 4 hours depending on load and terrain. Check the Runtime spec and whether the battery is swappable.

Can I program it?+

Most research and developer editions ship with an SDK or ROS support; consumer editions are usually app-controlled.