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Overview
What is the Unitree Go1 Edu with 3D LiDAR?
The Unitree Go1 Edu with 3D LiDAR is the research-grade configuration of Unitree's Go1 quadruped, built for organizations that need to program and extend a legged robot rather than simply operate one out of the box. Where the consumer Go1 is a fixed app-driven companion, this professional unit adds a Jetson Xavier NX onboard computer, a 3D LiDAR turret for mapping and autonomous navigation, and open programming interfaces (Python, ROS, C++) so students and researchers can develop their own perception, locomotion, and autonomy code.
RobotLAB sells this unit at $13,340, so a department can budget it as a discrete capital purchase, and offers Robot-as-a-Service subscription pricing for teams that prefer to treat it as an operating expense. As a reseller and integrator, RobotLAB is not the manufacturer: the value we add is white-glove deployment, hands-on staff and faculty training, fleet management for multi-unit programs, and ongoing technical support, so the robot is teaching or researching on day one rather than sitting in a box.
The Go1 Edu occupies a practical middle in the Unitree quadruped line: far more capable and programmable than an entry-level Go1 Pro, and a fraction of the cost and footprint of the industrial 50 kg B1. It weighs roughly 12 kg, walks at up to 3.7 to 5 m/s, climbs stairs and slopes, and runs for about an hour per charge, making it equally at home in a robotics lab, a classroom demo, or a small-scale autonomy research project.
Specifications
Key specs
| Manufacturer | Unitree |
| Model | Go1 Edu (with 3D LiDAR) |
| Type | Quadruped (four-legged) mobile robot |
| Degrees of freedom | 12 joint motors (3 per leg) |
| Weight | ~12-15 kg (with battery) |
| Max speed | Up to ~3.7 m/s (peak ~5 m/s, EDU) |
| Max payload | Up to ~12 kg (EDU configuration) |
| Battery runtime | ~1.2 hours (extended battery options available) |
| Charge time | ~1.5 hours |
| 3D LiDAR | Yes — 3D LiDAR for mapping/navigation (RS-LiDAR-16 / Mid-360 / Hesai XT16 options) |
| Cameras / sensing | Multiple stereo depth cameras + foot-force sensors |
| Onboard compute | High-performance CPU/GPU; Jetson Orin (up to 100 TOPS on EDU+ configs) |
| Programming | Python API, ROS, C++ (research programming interface) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth, USB, Gigabit Ethernet |
| Purchase Price | $13,340 |
| RaaS / lease | From $277/month |
How it works
Unitree Go1 Edu with 3D LiDAR in detail
University and college robotics research
Engineering and computer-science labs use the Go1 Edu as an affordable, fully programmable legged platform for research in SLAM, reinforcement learning, autonomous navigation, and multi-robot coordination. The onboard Jetson Xavier NX compute, 3D LiDAR, depth cameras, and open ROS/Python/C++ APIs let graduate teams deploy custom perception and locomotion code without building a robot from scratch.
K-12 and higher-ed STEM education
Schools and STEM programs use the Go1 Edu to teach coding, AI, and robotics through a tangible, walking robot that holds student attention. RobotLAB pairs the hardware with faculty training and curriculum support so instructors can run hands-on lessons in problem-solving and applied AI from the first day, even without prior robotics experience.
Applied autonomy and inspection prototyping
Innovation teams and applied-research groups use the Go1 Edu to prototype autonomous patrol, mapping, and inspection workflows in offices, campuses, and indoor facilities before committing to a larger industrial platform. Its LiDAR-based mapping and modular payload mounting make it a low-risk testbed for legged-robot use cases.
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How the Unitree Go1 Edu with 3D LiDAR compares
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See it in action
Unitree Go1 Edu with 3D LiDAR in the field
What's included
In the box
- 1 Unitree Go1 Edu Quadruped Robot with 3D LiDAR
- 1 Battery
- 1 Charger
- SDK
- 1-year Warranty
- RobotLAB support
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Questions & answers
About the Unitree Go1 Edu with 3D LiDAR.
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Is this the Go1 Edu or a Go2?
This is the Unitree Go1 Edu with 3D LiDAR, the research-grade configuration of the Go1 quadruped. It is a distinct product from the newer Unitree Go2 Edu (which RobotLAB also sells at $13,200). The Go1 Edu is priced at $13,340 and ships with a Jetson Xavier NX and a turret-mounted 3D LiDAR. If you need to confirm which unit fits your project, call 1-87-RobotLAB.
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How is this different from the cheaper consumer Go1 Pro?
The Edu unit adds Jetson Xavier NX onboard AI compute, 3D LiDAR for autonomous mapping and navigation, and open programming interfaces (ROS, Python, C++). The entry-level Go1 Pro is app-driven with limited developer access. If you are doing research or teaching code, you want the Edu unit. Call 1-87-RobotLAB to match the spec to your use case.
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Can we lease it instead of buying?
Yes. RobotLAB offers this Go1 Edu through Robot-as-a-Service in addition to the $13,340 outright purchase. RaaS lets you treat it as an operating expense and bundles support. Call 1-87-RobotLAB to compare purchase versus RaaS for your budget cycle.
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Do we need robotics experience to use it?
For basic operation, no. For programming and research, the EDU unit assumes some coding ability — but RobotLAB includes hands-on staff and faculty training as part of deployment, so your team gets up to speed quickly. Call 1-87-RobotLAB to ask about training for your group.
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What kind of LiDAR and compute does it include?
It ships with a 3D LiDAR for mapping and navigation, and the EDU/EDU+ configurations carry an NVIDIA Jetson Orin onboard computer (up to 100 TOPS on the highest config). Specific LiDAR (RS-LiDAR-16, Livox Mid-360, or Hesai XT16) and compute tier depend on the configuration ordered — call 1-87-RobotLAB to confirm the exact build before purchase.
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Can we deploy several units across multiple sites?
Yes. RobotLAB provides fleet management for multi-unit programs along with deployment and support across locations, which is common for university departments and district-wide STEM rollouts. Call 1-87-RobotLAB to scope a multi-unit order.
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How long does the battery last per charge?
The standard configuration runs roughly 1.2 hours per charge with about a 1.5-hour recharge; extended-capacity battery options are available for longer research sessions. Call 1-87-RobotLAB to confirm runtime for the configuration you need.
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