Fourier Intelligence GR-1vsUniX AI Panther
Side-by-side comparison of Fourier Intelligence GR-1 and UniX AI Panther: specs, price, use cases and SDKs.

GR-1
Open-platform humanoid for research + light industrial pilots

Panther
The world's first mass-deployable humanoid robot for real household and commercial environments.
Specifications
| Spec | GR-1 | Panther |
|---|---|---|
| Price (USD) | $150,000 | $115,000 |
| Category | humanoid | humanoid |
| Payload | 50 kg | 12 kg |
| Runtime | 2 h | 8 h |
| Speed | 1.4 m/s | 2 m/s |
| Weight | 55 kg | 80 kg |
| Reach | — | 982mm (single arm), 80cm vertical lift |
| Degrees of Freedom | 40 | 34 |
| Battery | Li-ion swap | 48V high-voltage drive, high-density battery |
- University research
- Light manufacturing pilots
- Rehabilitation R&D
- Robotic hand teleoperation studies
- Household chores (cooking, cleaning, organizing)
- Commercial services (retail, hospitality, property security)
- Elderly care and companionship
- Smart logistics and flexible manufacturing
- Scientific research and education
When to pick which
Choose the Fourier Intelligence GR-1 for high-intensity R&D and pilot programs in light manufacturing where heavy lifting is a priority. Its 50kg payload capacity significantly outperforms the Panther, making it suitable for material handling tasks or rehabilitation studies involving patient support. Research institutions and university labs should prioritize this model for its open-platform architecture, including ROS2 and Python SDKs, which allow for deep hardware-level experimentation. With 40 degrees of freedom, it offers the mechanical complexity required for advanced teleoperation studies and fine-motor skill development that simpler service robots cannot replicate in a lab environment.
Opt for the UniX AI Panther for large-scale commercial deployments in hospitality, retail, or property security where continuous operation is critical. The 8-hour runtime and high-speed 2m/s mobility make it superior for patrolling large facilities or assisting customers throughout a full work shift without frequent recharging. Its lower price point and specialized SDKs like UniTouch and UniCortex favor service-oriented tasks such as light cleaning or elderly companionship. While it lacks the GR-1's heavy lifting power, its 80cm vertical lift and 12kg payload are optimized for the repetitive, low-weight manipulation tasks found in household and office environments.
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