Booster K1
Introductory embodied development platform and 2025 RoboCup KidSize champion
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Technical Details
Specifications
| Height | 0.95 m / 3' 1'' |
|---|---|
| Weight | 19.5 kg / 43 lb |
| Degrees of Freedom | 22 |
| Locomotion | biped |
| Payload | Undisclosed |
| Battery Type | 2Ah (Geek tier) / 5Ah (Education & Professional tiers), chemistry undisclosed |
| Speed | Undisclosed |
| Rated Runtime | 1.33 h |
Sensors
| Cameras | Stereo depth camera |
|---|---|
| Depth Sensing | Yes |
| Lidar | No |
| IMU | Yes |
| Microphones | Yes |
| Tactile Sensing | Not disclosed. Dexterous hands are not listed as an available configuration for K1; Booster Robotics has not published tactile-sensor specifics. |
Software
| Control Mode | autonomous, teleoperation, hybrid |
|---|---|
| Middleware | ROS 2 |
| SDK | Open |
| SDK Details | Secondary development supported across Geek, Education, and Professional tiers, including the Booster GYM 2.0 locomotion-training framework. SDK and ROS2 compatibility consistent with Booster Robotics' other platforms, though not independently re-stated on the K1 product page itself. According to Booster Robotics. |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi (Geek) / Wi-Fi 6 (Education & Professional), Bluetooth 5.2, Gigabit Ethernet |
Deployment
Units Shipped: Not publicly disclosed
As of Aug 2026
RoboCup Federation — KidSize Soccer
Salvador, Brazil
| Task | 3v3 humanoid soccer competition — KidSize division |
|---|---|
| Stage | Concluded |
| Start Date | Jul 2025 |
| End Date | Jul 2025 |
RoboCup Federation — Middle Division Soccer
Not specified in available primary source
| Task | 3v3 humanoid soccer competition — Middle Division |
|---|---|
| Stage | Concluded |
| Start Date | Jul 2026 |
| End Date | Jul 2026 |
World Humanoid Robotics Games Federation
Not specified in available primary source
| Task | Center-stage lead performance (dance/demonstration) |
|---|---|
| Stage | Concluded |
| Start Date | Jan 2025 |
| End Date | Dec 2025 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Booster K1 and who makes it?
Booster K1 is an introductory embodied development platform and 2025 RoboCup KidSize champion. It is manufactured by Booster Robotics and was announced in 2024.
How tall is the Booster K1?
Booster K1 is 0.95 m / 3' 1'' tall.
How much does the Booster K1 weigh?
Booster K1 weighs 19.5 kg / 43 lb.
How much does the Booster K1 cost? Is the Booster K1 available to buy?
Booster Robotics has not published a price for the Booster K1 — it is quoted on enquiry. No official price published on Booster Robotics' own site; the Store page routes buyers to direct contact. Unverified third-party reports (not from Booster Robotics) describe the Geek tier selling out within hours at CES 2026 — not independently confirmed. Available via Booster Robotics' official store in Geek, Education, and Professional configurations.
What are the main strengths of the Booster K1?
- Most affordable, compact entry point into Booster's humanoid lineup — 95 cm, 19.5 kg — purpose-built for classroom and introductory R&D use
- Three compute tiers (48/117/200 TOPS) let buyers match hardware to budget and ambition without switching platforms
- Back-to-back competitive pedigree — 2025 RoboCup KidSize champion and runner-up, and a podium sweep (1st/2nd/3rd) at RoboCup 2026 Middle Division, all on K1
- Bundled Doubao LLM (free for 6 months) lowers the barrier for conversational/voice-interaction projects out of the box
What are the limitations of the Booster K1?
- Short battery life, especially on the base Geek tier — 30 minutes of walking at just 0.4 m/s; Education/Professional tiers improve to 80 minutes, still modest
- 3-month warranty on the Geek tier is notably shorter than the 1-year warranty on Education and Professional tiers
- No official purchase price published by Booster Robotics for any tier
- Lowest peak joint torque (60 N·m) in Booster's current lineup, reflecting its introductory rather than industrial positioning
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Last updated: Aug 2026