Introduction
Currently, China's humanoid robot industry is experiencing explosive growth, driven by both policy support and technological advancement. According to the "Humanoid Robot Industry Research Report" from the 2024 World Artificial Intelligence Conference, China's market size reached 2.76 billion RMB in 2024, with Morgan Stanley predicting it will exceed 75 billion RMB by 2030.
During this industry boom, full-size humanoid robots have become a market focus due to their precise compatibility with human living and industrial environments (e.g., matching workstation heights, using standard tools). Among them, DEEP Robotics DR02, Unitree H1, AgiBot A2 Ultra, and ENGINEAI SE01 represent the most notable peer competitors: not only are they key market models for 2024-2025, but their heights also fall within the 169-180cm range ideal for industrial adaptation. Each boasts distinct strengths—focusing on outdoor operation, advanced mobility, human-robot interaction — collectively showcasing the industry's diverse technical paths and application directions.
This analysis will evaluate these four representative products across five core dimensions — Design, Locomotion Performance, Application Scenarios, Intelligence Configuration, and Operational Efficiency — to reveal their true practical value and provide a reference for enterprises selecting humanoid robots that "can get the job done."
I. Design Comparison
The appearance of a humanoid robot is crucial for functional integration into human living and industrial spaces and for social acceptance. Appropriate design enables flexible operation and provides efficient assistance in both daily life and industrial tasks.
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DEEP Robotics DR02 and ENGINEAI SE01 feature highly anthropomorphic builds, well-suited for industrial tasks. Unitree H1 offers a lighter frame, potentially benefiting mobility and battery life while easing transport and deployment, though possibly at the cost of structural robustness, making it potentially more vulnerable to damage from falls or impacts. While AgiBot A2 Ultra has relatively limited whole-body degrees of freedom, its 6-DOF dexterous hands provide significant advantages for precise manipulation in domestic service scenarios.
II. Locomotion Performance Comparison
The locomotion performance of a humanoid robot directly determines its "work efficiency." In both daily life and unstructured industrial settings, these robots require dynamic adaptability to handle various situations.
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DEEP Robotics DR02 operates at a walking speed closely matching human pace for efficient collaboration, with a high maximum speed for urgent responses. Its climbing and obstacle-crossing abilities handle typical industrial barriers effectively. Unitree H1 leverages its lightweight design and high joint torque for exceptional agility and dynamic control in applications. AgiBot A2 Ultra boasts decent joint torque, but its 3kg arm payload suits lighter tasks, and its walking speed can be a bottleneck for overall efficiency. While ENGINEAI SE01's parameters aren't leading, its end-to-end neural network model enables stable, elegant gaits suitable for broad applications.
DEEP Robotics DR02 Humanoid Robot Standard Walking Speed: 1.5 m/s
Furthermore, while Unitree H1, AgiBot A2 Ultra, and ENGINEAI SE01 lack specified obstacle-crossing parameters—potentially requiring manual assistance on stairs or slopes—the DEEP Robotics DR02 can autonomously navigate 25cm steps and 20° slopes. This capability allows it to operate independently across varied terrains like factories, warehouses, and outdoors, performing stable inspections and transport tasks, significantly expanding its operational boundaries in unstructured environments.
III. Application Scenarios Comparison
Current application scenarios for humanoid robots are diversifying. Beyond indoor uses, the industry is increasingly exploring outdoor industrial applications to develop various "practical" robots.
Unitree H1, with its excellent mobility, is well-suited for entertainment and stage performances. AgiBot A2 Ultra excels in multi-modal interaction; its voice system recognizes multiple languages and dialects, combined with relatively smooth motion interaction, making it ideal for customer service scenarios like exhibition guidance and domestic assistance. ENGINEAI SE01 currently focuses on the education and research sector, assisting universities and institutions with experimental studies.
In contrast, DEEP Robotics DR02 application scope demonstrates greater breadth and industrial depth. Boasting an IP66 rating and a -20°C to 55°C operating temperature range, it has been tested to perform reliably in heavy rain, dusty conditions, and extreme temperatures. These key features establish a solid foundation for highly reliable application in outdoor and harsh industrial environments, such as power inspection, industrial maintenance, and emergency rescue. The DR02 enables stable, continuous operation in these complex settings, effectively expanding the industry application boundaries for humanoid robots.
IV. Intelligence Configuration Comparison
The intelligence configuration of a humanoid robot is its core differentiator for adapting to various human living and industrial scenarios. Computational efficiency and perception accuracy are crucial for precise operation and safe interaction.
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Both DEEP Robotics DR02 and AgiBot A2 Ultra are equipped with high 275 TOPS computing power and multi-sensor fusion perception systems. This provides strong environmental understanding and real-time planning capabilities for complex dynamic tasks across various scenarios, making them more suitable for demanding human-robot interaction or complex industrial settings.
In comparison, Unitree's H1 (70-100 TOPS) and ENGINEAI SE01 (34-67 TOPS) have slightly lower compute power but remain capable of handling moderately complex perception and interaction tasks in daily life and research settings.
Schematic of the DEEP Robotics DR02 Humanoid Robot's Perception System
Perception System Schematic of the AgiBot A2 Ultra
V. Operational Efficiency Comparison
Regarding maintenance, most brands offer repair services, but the complexity often leads to long turnaround times. DEEP Robotics has implemented a clever design approach with the DR02: modularity for easy disassembly. Core components like forearms, entire arms, and legs are detachable and feature left-right interchangeability. If a component fails, on-site engineers can quickly replace it with a spare module, restoring operation within minutes without waiting for factory repair. This design significantly reduces downtime, effectively lowers long-term maintenance costs, and improves overall operational efficiency.
The comparative results highlight distinct advantages for different scenarios: Unitree H1 leads in dynamic performance with a champion sprint speed (2025 Robot Games); AgiBot A2 Ultra optimizes interactive experiences with high speech recognition rates; ENGINEAI SE01 promotes research accessibility with favorable cost-performance. However, DEEP Robotics DR02, with its IP66 rating, -20°C~55°C temperature tolerance, and modular maintenance, stands out as the first product truly viable for outdoor industrial scenarios, setting a new benchmark for reliability in industrial applications.
Looking ahead, success in the humanoid robot race will hinge on scenario fit. Robots that precisely match industrial and daily life needs will gain a crucial advantage in the projected 75 billion RMB market. As the industry shifts from "technical demonstration" to "value-driven deployment," the "scenario-first" approach embodied by DEEP Robotics DR02 is pushing humanoid robots out of laboratories and into factory workshops, positioning them as core forces in the intelligent upgrade of specialized operational environments.
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