Coolest toy robots: The 14 Best Robot Toys of 2022

Posted on 13 ноября, 2022 by alexxlab

The 14 Best Robot Toys of 2022

Robots and coding seem to be everywhere these days, but it can be hard to know how to get your kids started on this important STEM trend. To help you out, I have compiled a list of the best robot toys for preschoolers up to teens and adults. I also asked my 8-year-old son to review my choices and give his opinion.

Best for 3, 4, 5 Year Olds:

SGILE RC Robot Toy

Best for 6 and 7 Year Olds:

Learning Resources Botley the Coding Robot

Best for 8-Years-Old and Up:

LEGO Mindstorms EV3

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Best Robot Toys for 3, 4 and 5-Year-OldsSGILE Gesture Sensing Remote Control Robot Walking Robot DinosaurGifts2U 35PCS Magnetic Robot Blocks SetAmdohai Robot CatEducational Insights Design & Drill RobotBest Robot Toys for 6, 7 and 8-Year-OldsLearning Resources Botley the Coding Robot 2Sonomo Toys Robot with 2.4GHz Sensing Gesture Control Top Race Remote Control Robot Dog ToyRC Robots for Kids Best Robot Toys for Kids 8-Years-Old and UpLEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 4M Tin Can Edge Detector RobotJIMU Firebot Kit (Dragon)BOTZEES AR Coding RobotsAOKESI Building Blocks Robot Kit for Kids Robot Toys ComparedHow to Choose a Robot ToyGood for Kids of Many AgesFun to UseEducational ValueFAQs about Robot ToysWhat ages are robot toys good for?What are the benefits of building or using robot toys?Will robot toys get my child interested in STEM?

Best Robot Toys for 3, 4 and 5-Year-Olds

The Magnetic Robot Blocks Set and Design & Drill Robot are both building sets without electronic elements, but the Design & Drill Robot is more affordable. The Gesture Sensing Remote Control Robot and Walking Robot Dinosaur are controlled by remote, while the Amdohai Robot Cat is controlled by touch and sound.

SGILE Gesture Sensing Remote Control Robot

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The SGILE Gesture Sensing Remote Control Robot is a rechargeable robot with an included USB cable. Two hours of charging should give your child an hour of playtime.

This robot comes with a remote control for programming sequences of moves for it to perform. It also has a gesture sensor on its chest to move in response to hand motions in front of it.

In addition, it has patrol mode, which allows it to roll on wheels under its feet and move around obstacles it senses. Light-up eyes are part of the song and dance mode as well.

The robot is more than 10 inches tall and meant for kids ages 3 and up. You will need 2 AA batteries for the remote.

The wheels roll well on the carpet, and it will talk about the “rubbish” in its path as it patrols. Kids like the funny dance moves the robot performs.

There are some units that don’t work well right from the start, so be sure to test them out within your return window. There is also a warning not to charge the robot on the carpet or while unsupervised to avoid fire risk. It also should be allowed to cool for an hour after using before you charge it.

This robot seems simple enough for younger kids to use while still having multiple features to hold kids’ attention. I would recommend this one for preschoolers through lower elementary children. But make sure you follow all the safety instructions and don’t leave it charging when you won’t be home.

My son’s take: It’s really cool that it can move around obstacles.

Walking Robot Dinosaur

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For more realistic walking action, check out the Walking Robot Dinosaur w/ LED Light Up & Roaring. This robot is a velociraptor. Instead of rolling on wheels under its feet, its legs move like a dinosaur.

With the remote control, which is an adorable fossil, your child can make the dinosaur walk forward, backward, turn right or left or go in a circle. It also can roar. A red light shines from its mouth as well.

The velociraptor is 18 inches long and 8 inches tall. Its plastic body is sturdy enough to handle normal kid play.

The remote control needs 2 AA batteries. The velociraptor is rechargeable with an included USB cable. After charging, the toy may run for up to 2 hours. It is recommended for ages 3 and up.

Users say the walking motion works well, and the dino doesn’t tip over. There are only a few motion functions and no programming involved, but the movements work well.

I would recommend this robot for younger kids who might not be able to handle lots of buttons and functions. I would also recommend this for dinosaur lovers from preschoolers to upper elementary age. I think my son would have a lot of fun using this dino robot with the rest of his dinosaur collection.

My son’s take: It looks awesome because it’s a dinosaur.

Gifts2U 35PCS Magnetic Robot Blocks Set

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Next is the Gifts2U 35PCS Magnetic Blocks Set, which is not a powered robot toy, but blocks to build stationary robot creations. Most of the 35 pieces are magnetic and can be mixed in any way your child can imagine for lots of creativity.

The set also comes with a plastic bin for storage, which is super helpful. Many parents like to bring the toys on the road for the car or use them at their destination since they are easy to pack up.

The 35 pieces can be used to make the five robots shown, but they can also be mixed and matched or combined into taller robots. The arm pieces are not magnetic, but they attach with a peg into a hole. That can be harder for smaller hands to do on their own. But the magnetic pieces should be very do-able for 3-year-olds and up.

It is hard to pick up the robots without taking them apart, but they can be scooted across the playing surface from the bottom to move them for play.

This set is prone to the plastic pieces coming apart, which allows the small magnets inside to come out. Since it is quite dangerous for children to ingest magnets, I would only recommend this set be used with close supervision. Not every user has this problem, however, with many saying they have held up well.

I would recommend this set for 3-5-year-olds who love robots, as long as you can supervise them during play. You may not want to entrust an electronic robot to your 3 or 4 year old, but these blocks will allow them to create their own robot fun.

My son’s take: I think it would be fun for a younger kid because you can build different robots.

Amdohai Robot Cat

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Another animal-shaped robot is the Amdohai Robot Cat. This is a pink cat robot with some nice interactive features.

The cat has an air-blowing sensor on the back of its head, so if your child blows on it, it will respond. It also responds to a pat on the head and to sounds. The cat moves around on wheels on each leg, and its head moves as well.

It can talk with your child and play music. This robot is for ages 3 and up. Since there isn’t a remote control to figure out or any programming, 3 and 4-year-olds can fully enjoy it.

It has a rechargeable battery and comes with a USB cable for charging. The manufacturer says it usually charges in 30 minutes.

It is fairly small at about 6.5 inches tall and long and 4 inches wide, but many parents say their children have had a lot of fun with the cat.

I would recommend this robotic cat to younger children who like cats.

My son’s take: It’s not my favorite.

Educational Insights Design & Drill Robot

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Another robot toy for the preschool set is the Educational Insights Design & Drill Robot. This plastic robot has no batteries or electronic functions, but there are building elements to keep kids entertained.

The robot comes with a screwdriver and several bolts in different colors. The arms can be detached and reattached with the bolts at its shoulders. All the other bolts can just be taken out and put back in; they don’t really attach other pieces to the robot.

There are also stickers that come in the box to help decorate the robot. Some of the stickers don’t fit in their intended spaces very well, though.

This robot is intended for ages 3 and up. I think a supervised 2-year-old might also be able to work the screwdriver to pretend to assemble the robot. It will engage a young child’s fine motor skills.

Some young kids really love this robot; others may get bored with the fact that they can’t disassemble and rebuild the entire thing. I think this robot would be best for 3 to 4-year-olds who like robots or tools. By the time most kids are 5, they probably wouldn’t be interested in it for very long.

My son’s take: It’s cool that you can take its arms off.

Best Robot Toys for 6, 7 and 8-Year-Olds

Botley the Coding Robot 2 is best for teaching your kid how to code, while the Remote Control Robot Dog Toy is a better companion toy. The Sonomo Toys Programmable Robot and Cradream Programmable Robot have similar features, but the Sonomo Toys robot is more exciting for kids.

Learning Resources Botley the Coding Robot 2

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The Learning Resources Botley the Coding Robot 2 is an adorable little robot that can help your child learn to code in a screen-free way. It is for ages 5 and up.

Botley’s programming is done through its remote, and your child can run sequences up to 150 steps. It has sensors for obstacle detection and light so that its eyes light up in the dark.

Botley moves around on two wheels, and you can add robot arms to the front when you want to. It can follow black line paths as well. There are some on the included cards, but you can also draw your own with thick black lines on white paper.

Besides Botley and the remote, the set comes with 27 pieces to build obstacles with, like flags, blocks, and cones.

This robot may require a little more work upfront to get it going because you can’t use it as a remote control bot. Botley can either follow the black lines on its own or your child needs to program in a series of moves to get Botley to go. It would be helpful for you to read the guide ahead of giving Botley to your child so you can walk them through the basic functions to get started.

But after taking the time to understand how Botley works, many families love him. The programming can be simple enough to be done by young children, but it offers enough complexity, such as if/then statements, to keep even tweens and maybe teens enjoying it. And it is nice to learn some coding concepts without having screen time.

The remote needs 2 AAA batteries and Botley uses 3 AAAs. You will need a Phillips head screwdriver to put them in as well. A few units have been defective upon delivery, so check on whether it is working before you present it to your child.

I would recommend this robot for families who want to learn some coding concepts rather than just have an RC toy. It will interest a wide age range from 5 and up.

My son’s take: It looks weird, but it does some cool stuff.

Sonomo Toys Robot with 2.4GHz Sensing Gesture Control

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The Sonomo Toys Programmable Robot with 2.4GHz Sensing Gesture Control stands out from other two-legged gesture-controlled robots because it has a working weapon and a shield.

This battle-ready robot is more than 12 inches tall and responds to gestures as well as the remote control. With the remote, your child can program a series of movements for the robot to perform.

In addition to the movements, the robot has modes for music, nursery rhymes, science facts, ABCs, and robot language. So it can do a lot of talking as well as walking.

One of its coolest features is being able to shoot “bullets” from the gun on its arm. It comes with 3 bullets, which look pretty small. I think my son would love using those, but he would probably lose them quickly.

The robot’s stories and songs may be a little odd, but many adults enjoy this robot’s other features. I think this robot would hold the attention of a lot of ages, from preschool up to middle school.

The robot is rechargeable with an included USB cable. You will need 2 AA batteries for the remote.

My son’s take: It’s cool because it has a laser cannon.

Top Race Remote Control Robot Dog Toy

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The Top Race Remote Control Robot Dog Toy will respond to voice commands as well as the remote control.

It moves on four wheels, and the joints connecting the legs to the body also can move to allow for more positions, like sitting, doing yoga, and standing on two legs. The dog is 12 inches tall and 10 inches long.

To give voice commands, your child will press the button on the remote control and speak one of the set words or phrases, like “sit down,” “push ups,” and “stand up. ” It works best if your child is in front of the dog, though, so as it moves, your child may need to move to stay in front and give the commands.

Buttons on the remote also allow you to make the dog move forward, backward, or turn. There is also a button to allow the dog to imitate other animals with noises and movements. It can also sing and dance, and there is a guard function. Your child can also program in a series of actions for the dog to do.

The remote needs 2 AA batteries. The dog has a rechargeable battery with a USB cable. It is a bit odd in that you need to take the battery out of the dog to recharge it. It takes about an hour to charge, and then it should run for 50-70 minutes.

It is important to note that you should not charge the dog right after play. The battery needs time to cool down first. You also should not overcharge the battery or store or charge it near flammable items. Make sure you read the manual and follow all the safety instructions. Don’t let it charge unsupervised.

Parents say the volume can be loud and there is no way to adjust it. But kids really enjoy all the different functions. Some of these dogs are defective right out of the box, so I would suggest you order it ahead of when you need it and try it out right away so you can return it if needed.

The manufacturer says this dog is for ages 3-10, and I think it would be interesting and entertaining for those ages. A young child would enjoy the basic functions, and older children would be able to make more use of the programming. The joints allow for more variety of movements than some other robot toys.

My son’s take: It would be fun to have it imitate other animals.

For more canine bots, check out our list of best robot dog toys.

RC Robots for Kids

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The Programmable Remote Control Robot responds to gestures as well as the included remote control.

Standing more than 10 inches tall, it can walk or slide, and its speed can be adjusted. It will move in response to your gestures, and you can program sequences of movements with the remote. The robot can also sing and dance.

In addition to its ability to move, this robot can also tell stories about science and good habits to give it more educational value.

The robot is USB rechargeable, and the remote control needs 2 AAA batteries. According to the manufacturer, it will play for 2 to 3 hours after a 2 hour charge.

The product information says it is for ages 3 and up, but the box indicates it’s best for 6 and up. Some children younger than 6 may have a hard time reading the buttons to give instructions on the remote.

I would recommend this robot for ages 6-8.

My son’s take: It’s fun that it tells science stories and can sing and dance.

Best Robot Toys for Kids 8-Years-Old and Up

The Tin Can Robot and Seckton Building Blocks are smaller, more affordable building kits with STEM learning value. The Dragon Firebot Kit, AR Coding Robot, and LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 Building Set are larger robots with opportunities to learn coding.

LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3

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For a robot toy that will keep teens and adults busy, check out the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 Building Set. My husband has been drooling over Lego Mindstorm sets for years.

Mindstorm is Lego’s robotic line, which uses Lego pieces (mostly from the Technic line), servo motors, and sensors to build programmable robots.

This Mindstorms EV3 set has 3 servo motors; color, touch, and infrared sensors; computer brick; a remote control; and more than 550 Technic pieces. With this combination of motors, sensors, and pieces, your child can program a robot to do a huge variety of tasks.

The kit includes instructions for building one robot, but there are more variations online, including snake-like and scorpion-like bots, a vehicle with treads, and a lifting robot. And being built out of Legos means your child can also come up with their own creations and add bricks from their collections.

Once the robot is built, your child can program its movements. They can start by using code blocks, but as your child gets more advanced, the coding can become more complicated. Some programming and controlling can be done with tablets, PCs, and smartphones as well.

This set is suggested for ages 10 and up, and I think many adults (like my husband) would really enjoy it. I think my 8-year-old could start on this set with some help as well.

I recommend this Mindstorms set for any Lego lover who also wants to gain real coding and programming skills, including adults. It is pretty expensive, but you get a lot of power and features to play with.

My son’s take: It’s cool because it’s Lego and it has 3 different sensors, which is the most.

Some other Mindstorms sets use only an app to control the robot, like LEGO MINDSTORMS Robot Inventor Building Set 51515. If you are considering a set like that, make sure you check which devices it is compatible with before buying. Some relatively new devices aren’t supported.

Another Lego robotics set that might be better for the younger crowd is the LEGO Education WeDo 2. 0 Core Set 45300.

4M Tin Can Edge Detector Robot

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The 4M Tin Can Edge Detector Robot is a simple robot your child can build. You will need a soft drink can of your own to attach the included parts too, plus 1 AAA battery and a small Phillips head screwdriver.

This kit is recommended for ages 8 and up. Once the robot is built, let it move around a table and watch its sensor detect an edge so that it doesn’t fall off.

The instructions may look confusing or daunting at first, but take it one step at a time and your child should be able to build it (maybe with a bit of help from you). The screws are pretty small as well.

We have a couple of kits from 4M and they have worked well for us. This robot doesn’t have many features, but the fun also comes from being able to build it as well.

I recommend this robot toy for parents who want an activity to do with their child to build it together and aren’t looking for a toy to give hours and hours of play.

My son’s take: I like that it can detect the table edge.

Similar kits from 4M to build simple robots are 4M Dragon Robot Kit, 4M Green Science Salt Water Powered Robot Kit, 4M Soda Can Robug, and 4M Green Science Solar Robot Kit.

JIMU Firebot Kit (Dragon)

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The UBTECH JIMU Firebot Kit is a cool dragon robot that your child can build and then program through an app. It is recommended for ages 8 and up.

It comes with 606 pieces, some of which look like Lego Technic pieces. Your child can follow along with 3D animated building instructions in the app.

The set comes with 3 servo motors. There is a touch sensor in the dragon’s chest.

Once the dragon is built, the app can be used to program the robot with Blockly code. You do need an Apple or Android device to use the app, so you may want to be sure you can download it onto the device you want your child to use before purchasing. With the programming in the app, your child can make the dragon move around, move its wings, play music, and light up.

Even with the app animation, the instructions can be a bit tricky for some kids to follow, so you may need to be on hand to help. But if you and your child can persevere through the building, you will both likely be very pleased with the result: an awesome dragon that can be controlled through coding skills.

My son’s take: That is awesome because you can make its mouth glow and move its wings. And it’s a dragon.

If your child is more of a unicorn fan, there is another mythical bot kit: UBTECH Unicornbot Kit.

BOTZEES AR Coding Robots

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The BOTZEES AR Coding Robots for Kids is a buildable robot that is controlled through an AR app on your phone or tablet.

The Botzee comes with 130 pieces, including 2 motors and 1 sensor and building blocks. Somewhat like big Legos, the blocks can be built into one of several robots based on instructions or your child can build something original.

Your child can put together blocks of code to guide Botzee through AR puzzles. Botzee can also move, drum, dance, make sounds, and light up.

Be aware that you can’t do anything with this robot kit without the companion app. There are no instructions (for building or use) in the box; all that is found in the app.

You also need to be sure that the device you want your child to use will support the app, as it just won’t work on certain devices. It is compatible with iOS 12+ devices that support ARKit, and Android 8+ devices that support ARCore. Be sure you check this before ordering, as some iPads will not support ARKit.

If your device doesn’t fall in this category, there is a non-AR app you may be able use and still do coding puzzles on, but you will miss out on the cool AR functions. It also will not work on Amazon Fire tablets.

You will connect the Botzee to the device via Bluetooth. It has a rechargeable battery.

But if you have the right device to use this robot kit, it looks like it would be fun for kids from preschool up to middle school. Being able to build the robot to look the way you want is a nice feature. And I think the AR puzzles will be fun for a variety of ages. The downside would be that it requires screen time to use the robot.

I recommend the Botzee for families with the correct device to run the full app and who want their kids to learn coding concepts in a fun way.

My son’s take: It’s cool that you can make it move around obstacles in AR.

AOKESI Building Blocks Robot Kit for Kids

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The AOKESI Building Block Robot Kits for Kids has some similarities to the Lego robotics sets, but it is less sophisticated (and less expensive).

The robot is built with interlocking plastic blocks, and it has cool treads. There is a remote control for basic movements (forward, backward, turns). There is also an app that works with your phone

The remote control needs 2 AAA batteries, but the robot itself is rechargeable. It will need to charge for 2 hours to get about 40 minutes of play.

This set is recommended for ages 8 and up, but I think slightly younger kids could enjoy it as well, especially if they could get help when needed.

I think this could be a good starter set for kids who are interested in Lego Mindstorms. This set could be a good stepping stone to see if the interest is really there before dropping money on the more advanced Mindstorms set.

My son’s take: It’s cool that it can go in a circle.

Robot Toys Compared

The table below compares only the recommended products on this page. A low or high Price means it is low or high compared to the other products listed.
The Popularity Score reflects how often readers click on and buy the product. The Quality Score is our assessment of the overall performance and satisfaction with
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LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3	—	9. 2	849.99
BOTZEES AR Coding Robots	9.3	8.8	99.99
Learning Resources Botley the Coding Robot 2	9.8	9.2	46.94
Walking Robot Dinosaur	9.8	9.2	44.99

How to Choose a Robot Toy

Good for Kids of Many Ages

It’s important to consider the age of the intended recipient when choosing a robot toy. While each child’s interests and abilities are different, keep in mind the age range suggested by the manufacturer when deciding on a purchase. Consider if the age range is for safety reasons or ability-related.

I’ve included robot toys on this list for ages three through adult. There really are options for every age within this group, from toys that look like robots for toddlers to RC robot figures to fully programmable robots to challenge coders.

Fun to Use

Of course, the primary purpose of any toy is the fun of using it. You want to choose a robot toy that will be entertaining to your child for the longer term. Some things to look for to ensure the toy won’t lose favor after just a time or two are multiple functions. If the robot can do more things, that is likely to hold your child’s attention for longer.

I have included many robot toys with multiple interesting and fun features that I think will have staying power in your home.

Educational Value

Another important purpose for toys is the learning that children do while playing. Many robot toys have built-in learning, from the fine motor skills in the toddler toys to science lessons and problem-solving in the intermediate toys to basic coding through advanced programming in the higher level toys. Creating an interest in robotics in children can inspire them to pursue STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) studies.

The National Education Association says it is important to raise scientifically literate children. Getting children excited about science and math concepts will benefit them throughout their lives. Robots can be a good way to encourage that curiosity and excitement.

FAQs about Robot Toys

What ages are robot toys good for?

There are robot toys available for just about any age group. I have included robot-themed toys for toddlers and preschoolers up through more advanced electronic robots that teens and adults will enjoy.

Because there is such a wide range available, be sure to consider the manufacturer’s suggested age for any robot toy you are considering. But you are sure to find something that will be a good fit for children three and up.

What are the benefits of building or using robot toys?

Building and using robot toys can inspire creativity as well as building problem-solving skills. For robot toys that include programming features, your child can learn the foundation of coding or advance their coding skills. Having the ability to code can be a help in a child’s career later in life.

Will robot toys get my child interested in STEM?

While it isn’t guaranteed to get your child interested, robotics can be a good introduction to STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) learning. Robotics does involve all of those areas of study. Having something fun and hands-on to do with those concepts could help children see how useful those areas are and show that the skills are within your child’s reach.

Alexa, What Are The Best Robot Toys?

Lifestyle

by Caroline Macon Fleischer

Jan. 16, 2021

Amazon

In an age when everything is digital, perusing a list of the best robots for kids somehow seems a little retro, doesn’t it? Robot toys take me back to holidays in the late ’90s and early aughts when robot toys were all the rage. But like other technologies, robot toys have only gotten better and smarter since then. Robots are great toys for rainy days at home, especially for kids who can’t get enough of science. And if you kid loves Disney characters *and* robots, we have the perfect pick (just keep scrolling!).

If you’re shopping for a robot toy for a favorite kid in your life, you’ve come to the right spot. Below are our picks for the smartest, easiest to use, and most fun robots on the market.

Best Robot Toys for Kids

Fisher-Price Code ‘n Learn Kinderbot

This Fisher-Price interactive robot is perfect for kids ages three to six. A learning tool with different play settings to analyze secret codes, this bot is a nice introduction to basic problem-solving.

$59.99

REMOKING Robot Toy

The REMOKING Robot Toy walks, sings, and dances and is easily controllable via touch induction. This bot comes with a recorder and can talk back to you for hours upon hours of fun. You can also easily shut it down by saying “Goodbye” or “Go to sleep.” (A great feature for parents who have had enough.)

$29.99

SGILE RC Robot Dog

This pup is cute, but is more than meets the eye. Super smart and obedient, the SGILE Robot Dog winks, barks, follows commands, walks, and even dances. This is a must-have pet for kids who may not be able to have a real dog, or for kids who have dogs but can’t get enough!

$44.99

Robot Toy for Kids Smart RC

This sweet but remarkably intelligent robot is a kids’ favorite. It has the classic moving and recording features as well as a built-in coin bank that can teach kids the art of saving. With touch, voice, and remote control, operating a robot has never been simpler.

$49.99

HEXBUG MoBots Fetch

Fetch is an entertaining little robot that, aptly named, can go fetch and help carry your stuff. An ideal companion for only children, this toy provides partner play for lonely days. For two kids or more, group features on Fetch bring infinite possibilities to boring afternoons.

$29.99

Seckton Building Blocks Robot

The Seckton building blocks robot gives kids an introduction to STEM and other types of problem solving. Ideal for children ages eight to twelve, this bot taps into interests from building and design to robot operations. Once your bot is built, you’ll be able to operate it with a remote control.

$29.88

Best Remote Control Robot Toys

Flyglobal Smart Remote Control Robot

There will be no funny business in the presence of this programmable robot that comes with patrol mode. Your kids’ new security guard, this robot can walk freely around your house and avoid dangerous obstacles. When it’s off patrol duty, it can sing, dance, and let loose with some friendly conversation.

$24.28

Disney Pixar Wall-E Remote Control Robot

You can’t have a list of robots and NOT include Wall-E. Especially if your kid is obsessed with Wall-E. This 9.5-inch high toy has a remote control that allows him to buzz around the house, forward and backward. He’s also got 20 different light and sounds that he makes that are just as adorable as you remembered from the movie.

$43.95

WomToy Remote Control Elephant Robot

You know how elephants have great memory? Well this bot does, too! A great toy for children that love robots and animals, this smart elephant robot uses easy infrared control so your child can easily operate his or her new companion. With a classic bionic design, this smart elephant will provide endless good times.

$39.99

YuanBo Remote Control Robot Dog

The YuanBo remote control robot dog is easy for children to give instructions to. With knowledge of normal dog commands like “sit” and “down” as well as some fun features such as “pushups” and “handstand,” this toy is a great learning tool for young kids who may want a real dog in the future.

$17.23

Hamdol Remote Control Robot & Dog

If your child can’t decide between a robot human and a robot dog, they don’t have to! This fun bionic set offers both. Operable by both a remote control and through gestures, this technological duo can do stunts you’ve never seen before.

$66.98

Best Smart Robot Toys

Ruko Smart Robot for Kids

This fierce bot comes with three control methods and is programmable to suit all your deep dark robot-mastering desires. The Ruko Smart interactive robot is a master at dancing, storytelling, and maintaining lifelike conversations. It will make a great companion for your fav kid on the block.

$149.99

YARMOSHI- Remote Control Smart Robot Toy

Calvin is an advanced remote-control robot that responds physically and verbally to every command. A wonderful gift for those who need a dancing, singing companion, this rhythmic robot is a fun introduction to programming.

$99

PP PICADOR Soccer Robot Toy for Kids

This soccer-themed robot toy is intended for children ages three and up. This robot plays music and dances which will get your kids interested in the joys of music from an early age! Cute and conversational, this little soccer ball will bring some laughter and activity to dull days at home.

$25.99

Piggy Bank Robot Toy

This toy doubles as piggy bank and a fully-operating robot. Playful, interactive, and intelligent, this remote-controlled robot is easy to operate and goes where you want it to. With surprisingly flexible movements and and an easily rechargeable USB cable feature, this robot brings hours of play and laughter. It can even carry small objects and snacks if you want to take a load off.

$21.99

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SHOP THE STORY

Ruko Smart Robot for Kids

$149.99

Fisher-Price Code ‘n Learn Kinderbot

$59.99

REMOKING Robot Toy

$29.99

SGILE RC Robot Dog

$44.99

Robot Toy for Kids Smart RC

$49.99

Flyglobal Smart Remote Control Robot

$24.28

WomToy Remote Control Elephant Robot

$39.99

YuanBo Remote Control Robot Dog

$17.23

Hamdol Remote Control Robot & Dog

$66.98

HEXBUG MoBots Fetch

$29.99

Seckton Building Blocks Robot

$29.88

YARMOSHI- Remote Control Smart Robot Toy

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Robot toys. Top 10 Kickstarter projects for child development and programming / Sudo Null IT News Sometimes such children’s robots already have elements of artificial intelligence (AI) and are able to self-learn in the process of communication. Kickstarter and Indigo platforms help small startups to bring to life the most original ideas from children’s gaming robotics. From the projects presented on these crowdfunding platforms, we have compiled a selection of the most popular ideas that received funding for the further development of the project.

Clicbot — educational robot toy

Clicbot — universal programmable robot toyhttps://youtu.be/sJaa1-Vnz4E

Clicbot — universal programmable robot toy. Thanks to the modular design, the robot can be assembled in the form of a humanoid, two and four wheeled carts, a manipulator resembling industrial robots in shape and movements. There are 50 pre-programmed fun designs and many more options for you to create on your own.

Interactive Clicbot is able to listen to the interlocutor and respond to his actions. Although not intended to be used as a fully autonomous companion robot, its behavior can be easily programmed. Clicbot has over 1000 settings and each has its own sub-options. It can walk, crawl, dance, ride, race, or even serve morning coffee while engaging kids in robotics and programming classes.

Head unit includes accelerometer, gyroscope, distance sensor, microphone, speaker, Wi-Fi module. The video camera allows you to recognize faces and images, control commands, supports FPV (First-Person View) technology for telepresence and remote monitoring. To program Clicbot, you can use the Google Blockly graphical editor or the Python 9 language0003

On the Kickstarter platform, ClicBot raised $903,248 from 1,678 sponsors.
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Bittle — a programmable robotic cat

Bittle is a toy analogue of robots from Boston Dynamic. It is somewhat reminiscent of another robot dog — Sony Aibo. But at the same time, Bittle is sold at the price of a robotic toy in the form of a self-assembly kit.

Bittle is able to deftly overcome obstacles, moving on all fours like real animals. He can memorize dozens of patterned movements, perform bizarre tricks on commands from the control panel. And in case of loss of balance and overturning, the robot is able to return to its original position and continue moving towards the goal.

Bittle is based on a modified Arduino board, uses various sensors and external devices for complex movements. The control board includes an Atmega328P/16 MHz processor, 2 KB SRAM, and 32 KB flash. In addition, there is an inertial measurement module, a PWM unit for 12 servos, an infrared receiver and a buzzer. There are 4 slots for expansion modules.

Bittle is an open platform that allows you to combine gadgets from different manufacturers into a single system. You can add AI capabilities to the robot by connecting a Raspberry Pi microcomputer. A program written in Python can run on Raspberry Pi and other supported processors, controlling Bittle via a wired or wireless connection.

For simplified programming, there is the OpenCat framework. It defines the minimum data structure and movement algorithms for four-legged robots. You will be able to teach Bittle new skills and tricks to win prizes in the competitions of the international OpenCat community.

The development of the Bittle project on Indigo raised $709,391 from 2,505 sponsors.
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MOSS — the universal tool for teaching programming

MOSS kits from Modular Robotics are the original kit for building robots. Diverse in purpose, programmable cubes (Cubelets) are easily combined and allow you to assemble hundreds of different robots.

Matching blocks during robot assembly simulates the process of simple programming. Programming using the Blockly and MOSS Scratch graphic editor sets the algorithms for monitoring sensors and controlling actuators for movement, turns, and light and sound signals.

The robot can be programmed and controlled via Bluetooth using a smartphone or tablet using the keyboard or remote control.

Initial Kickstarter goal of $100,000 raised $361 to fund the project 293.

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Makeblock Neuron — Electronic Building Block Platform

Makeblock Neuron is an easy-to-build, programmable platform using electronic building blocks. More than 30 types of blocks in the form of buttons, joysticks, sensors and sensors for sound, light, temperature, humidity and other parameters allow you to create many original gadgets.

Spring-loaded connectors with magnets are provided to connect the blocks to each other. An intuitive programming system helps with this. Each block already has a pre-programmed function. You can program new functions in the Neuron app or in the mBlock 5 editor. Bluetooth and Wi-Fi technologies are used for wireless transmission of control signals.

Chinese company Makeblock’s Neuron project received Kickstarter approval from 1,464 sponsors who invested $367,129 in the development of this idea. adults. They help in a fun way to learn the basics of electronics, robotics, mechatronics and software. New sets of parts to create are sent by subscription monthly.

Thimble kits include kits for assembling game controllers, music synthesizers, Smart Home devices. You can start assembling more complex programmable robots on the Arduino microcontroller controlled via Wi-Fi.

Simpler kits for beginners: various light and musical toys, thermometers, timers, doorbells. The Thimble app includes step-by-step building guides and allows you to share your experience and knowledge with other builders of each toy.

Thimble raised $295,760 from 1,776 interested customers through Kickstarter.

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MarsCat Household Robot Cat

Fully autonomous, interactive MarsCat is the ultimate programmable robot toy. He can express emotions through meowing, body and eye movements. 16 servo motors help make MarsCat’s behavior natural and expressive.

The ATMega2560 programmable microcontroller allows for 6 programmable behavior patterns, MarsCat can be enthusiastic or thoughtful, energetic or lazy, outgoing or shy.

Raspberry PI AI algorithms help simulate the behavior of a real animal. The skills and behavior patterns acquired by one robot are stored in a separate memory module and can be easily reproduced in another robot by simply replacing the memory. A special development kit helps to program the behavior of the MarsCat robot.

227 sponsors helped bring the MarsCat project to life by investing $213,198 in this idea through Kickstarter.

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Zumi Robot Car

Zumi Robotic Car helps kids learn the basics of complex science, write programs using block coding and Python. More experienced programmers will be able to create programs for unique experiments with unmanned vehicles, learn how to design their own neural networks to teach Zumi to classify objects and recognize faces and gestures of people.

Zumi uses Tensor Flow and Open CV to navigate the track, the same software tools that real self-driving cars have.

The Zumi prototype won the Best Innovation Award in the Robots & Drones category at CES 2019

888 sponsors helped bring the Zumi project to life with a total of $150,091

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ROYBI — AI Portable Robot Companion

AI Portable Robot Companion designed to teach foreign languages and basic science skills to children. The interactive robot identifies the child by the face, recognizes emotions and demonstrates friendly behavior to involve children in the learning process. The voice recognition system allows you to evaluate the accuracy of answers and pronunciation.

ROYBI interacts with a ubiquitous online learning platform for children and adults. The reports generated by the robot with recommendations for improving the learning process help to monitor and evaluate classes.

ROYBI was named one of CNBC’s 100 Most Promising Startups in the US in 2019.

Launched on the Indigo platform, the ROYBI project raised $120,538

roybirobot.com

Caring Kiki

Kiki is a companion robot for children and adults. He recognizes the emotions and actions of the interlocutor, is able to respond to them. The robot develops its unique abilities depending on the characteristics of interaction with the outside world, and its behavior also changes.

A high-performance embedded processor allows Kiki to run deep learning models to recognize faces and respond appropriately to other people’s reactions. Several touch sensors in different parts of the body help to perceive strokes, and omnidirectional microphones allow you to search for a person even outside the camera’s field of view.

The realistic behavior of this robot is based on research by leading psychologists on human personality traits. Actions in accordance with the inherent patterns of behavior and learning provide some meaningfulness and logic to Kiki’s actions.

Self-learning robot Kiki raised $105,611 on Kickstarter.

kiki.ai

Smartipresence – a simple telepresence robot

Smartipresence constructor will help you create your own low-cost telepresence robots based on any smartphone.

The application running on a smartphone supports AI mode and allows you to recognize images using a cloud service. At the user’s command, Smartipresence will accompany a person or even a pet in a video session so that it can be better seen by a remote interlocutor. The Smartipresence action mode is set via the smartphone app. Smartipresence can be visually programmed in the Scratch environment, or using Espruino based on the JavaScript language.

This project by English engineer Ross Atkin has already been supported on Kickstarter by 186 sponsors who have raised $17,329 to launch the project.

In this selection, we have collected the most interesting and promising models of children’s robot toys, including telepresence technologies, speech and voice recognition, autonomy of actions and behavior based on AI and machine learning, which until recently were only available to «adult robots».

Write in the comments, what do you think are the most promising robot toys on the market or do you already have at home?

It was interesting for us to make such a review in order to analyze what technologies are being introduced into robots for children, how human interaction tasks are solved for the smallest audience. We at Dragon Tree Labs are working on interaction systems for robots and people, interfaces in a broad sense, creating intuitive communication principles. This will open up new opportunities for work, learning, entertainment and communication, regardless of age, distance, mobility and physical limitations of users. Read our blog and follow our developments and achievements.

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