Sphero Edu
#8 in Kids Coding & Computer Science Apps · Rated 4.5
Robot coding hub for blocks, draw, and text on diverse devices.
Sphero Edu is a versatile coding platform that supports multiple robots (BOLT+, RVR, Mini, etc.) and a range of programming styles: Draw, Block, and Text. The app serves both classroom and home learners, enabling teachers to assign lessons and track student progress across devices. It integrates with Google and Clever for rostering, facilitating classroom deployments. The platform emphasizes hands-on robotics and STEM literacy, with a broad catalog of standards-aligned lessons. The hardware ecosystem (BOLT+, RVR, SPRK, etc.) broadens accessibility for different learning contexts and budgets. Sphero Edu stands out by pairing physical robots with family-friendly software, enabling project-based learning that spans basic to advanced programming, while maintaining broad device compatibility and interoperability with popular edtech rostering tools.
Features
- Draw, Block, and Text programming modes
- Sensor data graphs and real-time feedback
- Classroom rostering with Google/Clever
- Cross-device progress sync
- Hardware-robot integration
Pros
- Rich robotics experience
- Multiple robots to scale learning
- Strong classroom support and updates
Cons
- Hardware costs add to total learning price
- Some robots require specific devices or OS versions