Booster K1 is a compact, high‑durability humanoid robot designed as an entry‑level embodied intelligence development platform for developers, researchers, teachers, and students. At just 95 cm tall and 19.5 kg, it is light enough for single‑person operation and portable enough to be transported in a standard suitcase – yet robust enough to survive continuous 30‑hour 500N impact testing and over 100 hours of real‑world operation validation. Trusted by 200+ customers across 20+ countries, with over 700 units already shipped globally, the Booster K1 is the champion platform of the RoboCup 2025 KidSize category and a powerful assistant for embodied AI education and research.

Key Features

Compact, Lightweight and Battle‑Tested – The K1‘s 22‑degree‑of‑freedom (DOF) chassis (6 DOF per leg, 4 DOF per arm, 2 head DOF) uses precision dual‑encoder actuators delivering up to 60 N·m peak joint torque, enabling agile, human‑like locomotion and expressive motion. Its lightweight frame and low center of gravity – paired with championship‑proven stability – allow the K1 to withstand the demands of RoboCup 3v3 adversarial competition, falls and repeated impacts, making it one of the most durable platforms in its class.

Powerful Onboard AI Computing – Powered by NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin, the Booster K1 offers three configurable AI compute tiers to match different development needs: Geek Edition (48 TOPS), Education Edition (117 TOPS), and Pro Edition (200 TOPS). A stereo depth camera provides 3D visual perception, obstacle detection, and simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM). A 9‑axis IMU delivers real‑time orientation and stability feedback, while a 6‑microphone circular array and integrated speaker enable far‑field voice pickup, natural dialogue, and voice‑command interaction.

All‑Around Environmental Perception – Equipped with a stereo depth camera, the K1 performs 3D visual recognition and real‑time obstacle avoidance. Optional integration of LiDAR, depth cameras, tactile sensors, and other custom modules is available via expansion ports, enabling a wide range of perception research and application development.

Full Connectivity and Open APIs – Comprehensive connectivity includes WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, and a Gigabit Ethernet expansion port, with OTA firmware upgrade support. The fully open architecture includes complete API access, ROS 2 compatibility, and SDK support for Python and C++ – with low‑level joint control and hardware access for total development freedom. Support for major simulation platforms (Isaac Sim, MuJoCo, Webots) enables fast, reliable simulation‑to‑real (Sim2Real) transfer.

Complete Development Ecosystem – Booster K1 comes with an open‑source framework and comprehensive toolchain to accelerate development:

• Booster Gym – Open‑source reinforcement learning framework for locomotion training

• RoboCup 3v3 Demo – Championship‑level tactical code for competitive robotics development

• Visualization tools – Drag‑and‑drop operation and teaching‑learning modes for zero‑code motion programming

• Pre‑built Agent applications – Ready‑to‑use Agents (Teaching Agent, Conversation Agent, Dance Agent, Soccer Agent) for typical scenarios, with full support for custom Agent development

• Cloud‑based OTA updates – Remote firmware and software upgrades

Extended Runtime and Fast Recharging – The Education and Pro editions offer up to 80 minutes of runtime under typical walking conditions (walking speed 0.4 m/s), with optional battery upgrades available. The K1 recharges via the included AC adapter.

Technical Specifications

Key Application Scenarios

Why Choose Booster K1?

• Proven durability – Battle‑tested through 30‑hour, 500N impact testing and 100+ hours of real‑world operation

• True open‑source platform – Complete ROS 2 compatibility, full SDK and API access, low‑level hardware control – not a locked‑down system

• Championship pedigree – 2025 RoboCup KidSize champion and runner‑up – real competitive validation

• Multiple computing tiers – 48 to 200 TOPS options to match your computational needs and budget

• Lightweight and portable – Only 19.5 kg, fits in a suitcase, and can be operated by a single person

• Global developer community – Trusted by 200+ customers across 20+ countries, with active knowledge sharing and community support

• Production‑ready, not a prototype – Mass production capability with stable supply chain – 700+ units already shipped worldwide

• Zero‑code entry option – Drag‑and‑drop programming and teaching‑learning modes for beginners, plus full development access for experts