To see product details, add this item to your cart. You can always remove it later.
FREE Returns
Added to

Sorry, there was a problem.

There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. Please try again.

Sorry, there was a problem.

List unavailable.

Sorry, there was a problem.

There was an error retrieving your Registries. Please try again.
Create
{imgTag}
{registryName}
Select a gift tag
Create gift tags
Gift tags group items on your list. Make it easy for guests to find a gift, create tags to group items however you choose - name, room, item type, color, etc.
Gift Tags can be seen by anyone viewing your gift list.
Are you sure you want to delete the gift tag ?
Any items on your gift list with this gift tag will become untagged.

Sorry, there was a problem.

There was an error in retrieving your gitf tags. Please try again.
Other Sellers on Amazon
Added
Sold by: Sphero Inc.
Sold by: Sphero Inc.
(206 ratings)
97% positive over last 12 months
Shipping rates and Return policy

Sphero BOLT: App-Enabled Robot Ball with Programmable Sensors + LED Matrix, Infrared & Compass - STEM Educational Toy for Kids - Learn JavaScript, Scratch & Swift

4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,224 ratings
Amazon's Choice highlights highly rated, well-priced products available to ship immediately.
Amazon's Choice

To see product details, add this item to your cart. You can always remove it later.
FREE Returns

Purchase options and add-ons

  • MORE THAN JUST A ROBOT: Sphero BOLT is a programmable robot ball that you can drive and code, providing endless opportunities to be creative and have fun while learning. Advanced yet approachable, you can learn programming, complete hands-on activities, and share your creations with the community. With BOLT, STEAM learning can be easily facilitated at home and guided by parents. Download the BOLT At-Home Learning Guide under product guides and documents.
  • ADVANCED SENSORS & LED MATRIX: Packed with plenty of programmable sensors including a compass, light sensor, gyroscope, accelerometer, motor encoders, and infrared communications, along with an eye-catching and animated LED matrix, Sphero BOLT is paving the way for the next generation of coders.
  • PROGRAM IRIDESCENT EXPERIENCES: BOLT provides endless ways to express inventive ideas and experience the power of programming. Powered by the free Sphero Edu app, you can create and customize games and code BOLT by drawing on your screen, using drag and drop coding blocks, or writing JavaScript.
  • BUILT TO LEARN & PLAY: This educational robot features a durable scratch-proof clear plastic shell, inductive charging for 4+ hours of play, and connects via Bluetooth SMART so you can see your commands and creations come to life. Play educational games or create your own through hands-on play and STEAM activities.
  • INSPIRING THE CREATORS OF TOMORROW: With our undeniably cool fleet of programmable robots and educational STEAM tools, we're inspiring a new generation of inventors and changemakers through hands-on applied learning of coding, science, music and the arts.

Customers usually keep this item

This product has fewer returns than average compared to similar products.

Frequently bought together

$179.00
Get it as soon as Tuesday, Apr 2
In Stock
Sold by Sphero Inc. and ships from Amazon Fulfillment.
+
$20.99
Get it as soon as Tuesday, Apr 2
In Stock
Sold by Senchang Fitting and ships from Amazon Fulfillment.
+
$49.99
Get it as soon as Tuesday, Apr 2
In Stock
Sold by Sphero Inc. and ships from Amazon Fulfillment.
Total price:
To see our price, add these items to your cart.
Details
Added to Cart
These items are shipped from and sold by different sellers.
Choose items to buy together.

Product information

Warranty & Support

Product Warranty: For warranty information about this product, please click here

Feedback

Sphero

Sphero BOLT: App-Enabled Robot Ball with Programmable Sensors + LED Matrix, Infrared & Compass - STEM Educational Toy for Kids - Learn JavaScript, Scratch & Swift


Found a lower price? Let us know. Although we can't match every price reported, we'll use your feedback to ensure that our prices remain competitive.

Where did you see a lower price?

/
/
/
/
Please sign in to provide feedback.

Product Description

Sphero BOLT is an app-enabled robotic ball that provides endless opportunities to have fun while learning. Learn to code with the Sphero Edu app, discover community-created activities or just drive and play. BOLT was built to shine with an animated 8x8 LED matrix that displays real-time data and advanced sensors like its gyroscope, accelerometer, light sensor, compass, and infrared communications. This educational robot features a durable scratch-proof clear plastic shell, inductive charging for 2+ hours of play, and connects via Bluetooth SMART so you can see your commands and creations come to life. Get amped – Sphero BOLT establishes a striking new way to learn and play.

Important information

Safety Information

WARNING: This toy produces flashes that may trigger epilepsy in sensitized individuals


From the manufacturer

Sphero BOLT, app-enabled robot, coding toy
Girl smiling and coding Sphero BOLT STEM robot toy with an ipad.

A Striking Way to Learn and Play

BOLT is Sphero’s most advanced coding robotic ball to date, providing even more ways to express inventive ideas and experience the power of programming. BOLT’s 8x8 LED light matrix allows you to program your robot to display characters, vector graphics, sensor data, or play games on the matrix itself. Sphero BOLT can also 'talk' to other BOLTs using 360° infrared communication. Dive into storytelling with multiple bots, new games, and advanced movements.

With BOLT, STEAM learning can be easily facilitated at home and guided by parents. Packed with plenty of programmable sensors and a colorful LED light matrix, Sphero BOLT is paving the way for the next generation of coders.

Connect to the Sphero Edu app to program BOLT and discover awesome activities. Plus, it’s fun to take for a spin. Simply drive BOLT and play games with the Sphero Play app. BOLT paves the way for iridescent experiences and shocking amounts of fun while learning. Get started learning STEM at home with Sphero BOLT and our how-to resources guide for parents and remote educators.

Tech Specs

  • Durable waterproof UV-coated clear plastic shell
  • Bluetooth Smart connection (100 foot range)
  • Inductive charging (6 hour charge for 4+ hours of play)
  • Height: 73mm / Width: 73mm / Weight: 200g
  • Compatible with Sphero Edu app for iOS, Android, Kindle, Mac, Windows & Chrome
  • Compatible with Sphero Play app for iOS & Android
  • Compatible with Swift Playgrounds for iOS

#BeyondCode

Kid looking at the Sphero BOLT robot's programmable LED matrix with dad smiling in the background.

Sphero BOLT Robot being coded through a maze.

Teacher and student coding Sphero BOLT STEM robot on an ipad

Young girl celebrating completing a coding project.

LED Matrix

Program the matrix to display characters and vector graphics, or play games on the matrix itself. We dare you to take your eyes off it.

Drive & Play

Put BOLT’s advanced sensors to work by driving your bot and playing a variety of games through the Sphero Play app.

Program 3 Ways

Using the Sphero Edu app, program your BOLT using draw and drive commands, Scratch blocks, or even JavaScript text programming.

STEM Activities

Foster creativity through discovery and play with BOLT and the Sphero Edu app, all while laying the foundation for computer science.

Sphero BOLT Sphero RVR Sphero Mini Sphero SPRK+ robot toy
BOLT RVR Mini SPRK+
Customer Reviews
4.6 out of 5 stars
1,224
4.4 out of 5 stars
163
4.6 out of 5 stars
5,041
4.7 out of 5 stars
1,242
Size About as big as a baseball About as wide as a sheet of paper and tall as a salt shaker About as big as a ping pong ball About as big as a baseball
Material Clear, durable, waterproof, scratch-resistant. Shell is sealed and does not open. Durable Colorful, interchangeable. Shell opens for changing and charging. Clear, durable, waterproof, scratch-resistant. Shell is sealed and does not open.
Sensors Motor Encoders, Gyroscope, Accelerometer, 8x8 LED Matrix, Light Sensor, Infrared, Compass Motor Encoders, Full 9-axis IMU, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Magnetometer, IR sensors, RGB Color sensor w/ normalizing LED and focus lens, 10 individually addressable RGB LEDs, High-resolution 20-pole magnetic encoders Gyroscope, Accelerometer, LED Lights Motor Encoders, Gyroscope, Accelerometer, LED Lights
Top Speed 2 meters per sec (4.5 mph) 2 meters per sec (4.5 mph) 1 meter per sec (2.2 mph) 2 meters per sec (4.5 mph)
What's in the Box? Sphero BOLT, Inductive charging base with USB cable Sphero RVR,1 Cover plate, 1 Roll Cage Shell, 1 Mounting plate for third-party development, 1 USB-A to USB-C Cable, Removable rechargeable high-capacity battery, Battery Key, Quick Start Guide, Color Cards Sphero Mini, Micro USB charging cord, 3 mini traffic cones, 6 mini bowling pins Sphero SPRK+, Inductive charging base with USB cable, Maze tape, Protractor with heading, Sticker sheet

What's in the box

  • 1 BOLT; Inductive Charging Base with USB Charging Cable; Protractor with Heading, Directions & Clock; Sticker Sheet; Quick Start Guide
  • Product guides and documents

    Looking for specific info?

    Customer reviews

    4.6 out of 5 stars
    4.6 out of 5
    1,224 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the value, programming, and educational value of the toy. They mention that it's worth the price, has a lot of possibilities to program, and is fun to use. They also appreciate ease of use, and appearance. That said, some complain about connectivity issues and opinions are mixed on performance.

    AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

    27 customers mention27 positive0 negative

    Customers find the toy fun, educational, and easy to use. They say it keeps kids entertained and excited. Customers also mention that the robots keep them entertained and stimulate their brain work. They also say the app is fun.

    "...The hands-on nature of these robots keeps them entertained and excited for the whole lesson...." Read more

    "...It's a great learning tool and it's fun to use" Read more

    "...The "play" app is actually a lot of fun...." Read more

    "...Stimulates brain work. Challenging but great fun!" Read more

    24 customers mention24 positive0 negative

    Customers find the Sphero bolt to be an amazing learning tool that teaches great skills and benefits their children's education. They say it's great for challenging their brains and keeping them entertained and excited for the whole lesson. Customers also say it aligns to school standards and is a wonderful resource that stimulates brain work.

    "...robot using blocky, which is a great intro to coding and children pick it up very quickly...." Read more

    "Sphero bolt is very useful and inspiring. It will be very beneficial for my children's education." Read more

    "...I would definitely recommend this product. It's a great learning tool and it's fun to use" Read more

    "...She’s even tried it in water and it ran beautifully. Stimulates brain work. Challenging but great fun!" Read more

    18 customers mention15 positive3 negative

    Customers find the toy vehicle easy to program and control. They say it's great for beginner coders, and they start coding almost immediately. The programming logic is done well, and it has many ways to program. Customers also mention that the block code it primarily uses is simple.

    "...The kids program the robot using blocky, which is a great intro to coding and children pick it up very quickly...." Read more

    "...The block code it primarily uses is simple. However, she is challenging herself to come up with different programs, and that keeps her busy...." Read more

    "...It’s amazing how quickly they learn how to program...." Read more

    "...you seem to have to remove the cover to charge it, but it does go on/off pretty easy...." Read more

    15 customers mention15 positive0 negative

    Customers are impressed with the appearance of the ball. They say it looks cool, impressive, and cute. Some customers also say that the Ed app is well designed and offers a lot of programming capabilities. Overall, customers are happy with the design and functionality of the toy.

    "If you think you want this, think twice. It’s cool, it’s somewhat fun. Is it what I thought it was? No chance...." Read more

    "...got this for our grandson for Christmas; it turned out to be the coolest little toy. It's driveable with an iPhone and programmable with the iPad...." Read more

    "...The LED matrix offers a lot of possibilities. The Edu app is well designed and offers a lot of programming capabilities. Highly recommend." Read more

    "This is super cool! Great for learning how to code for teens!" Read more

    9 customers mention9 positive0 negative

    Customers like the programming of the toy. They say it has a lot of possibilities to program, and can be programmed using JavaScript. They also like that the Edu app is awesome, allowing them to run user created programs or create their own.

    "...Since the Bolt can also be programmed using JavaScript, we hope she will be able to continue to learn with this toy, even after the novelty of..." Read more

    "...I like the fact that you can program it yourself to do what you want it to do and I can't wait to see what my son does with It" Read more

    "...Sphero EDU app to play around with the new LED Matrix that is fully programmable and it allowed me to create emojis and all sorts of fun creations...." Read more

    "...The Sphero Edu app is awesome, you can run user created programs or create your own. You are only limited by your own creativity...." Read more

    8 customers mention6 positive2 negative

    Customers like the value of the non riding toy vehicle. They mention it's worth the price.

    "...It's teaching him how to code without him realizing it. Worth the money to get this version as we can see what's going on inside the sphereo,..." Read more

    "This is a great product for the price. The LED matrix offers a lot of possibilities...." Read more

    "...The new robots are outrageously expensive and not worth the price for the longevity of the robot. Will not purchase a sphero product in the future." Read more

    "I was hesitant to drop $150 on this, but it's worth every penny." Read more

    9 customers mention6 positive3 negative

    Customers are mixed about the performance of the toy. Some mention that it works well for a few minutes and then loses connectivity, while others say that it stopped working properly within a couple of days. The remote works well, but the app can be a little confusing at first.

    "...She’s even tried it in water and it ran beautifully. Stimulates brain work. Challenging but great fun!" Read more

    "I purchased this product and I was able to use it once before it died and would not recharge...." Read more

    "This is a fun little programmable sphere. The remote works well but the app can be a little confusing at first. The tutorials are so so...." Read more

    "This seems to be an old stock of these Spheros. The product works fine but the batteries don’t last to long...." Read more

    5 customers mention0 positive5 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the connectivity of the toy vehicle. They mention that it loses connectivity after a few minutes, and it doesn't stay connected through Bluetooth. Some say that it's hard to initially pair and that it doesn’t stay paired with the app.

    "...Other than the connecting issues, they are both having a lot of fun with them. They haven't started programming them yet...." Read more

    "Bought for my daughter as a Christmas gift. Sometimes it doesn't pair with the app or randomly disconnects which gets annoying...." Read more

    "The Bolt would not connect through Bluetooth on four different devices...." Read more

    "...Robot worked well for a few minutes but then lost connectivity...." Read more

    Inspiring
    5 Stars
    Inspiring
    Sphero bolt is very useful and inspiring. It will be very beneficial for my children's education.
    Thank you for your feedback
    Sorry, there was an error
    Sorry we couldn't load the review

    Top reviews from the United States

    Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2018
    63 people found this helpful
    Report
    Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2018
    9 people found this helpful
    Report
    Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2024
    Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2018
    25 people found this helpful
    Report
    Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2023
    Customer image
    5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring
    Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2023
    Sphero bolt is very useful and inspiring. It will be very beneficial for my children's education.
    Images in this review
    Customer image Customer image
    Customer imageCustomer image
    2 people found this helpful
    Report
    Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2020
    Customer image
    5.0 out of 5 stars So much educational fun that you don’t even know you’re learning
    Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2020
    I bought this for my class, I teach sixth grade math and robotics to sixth and seventh graders. I’m so happy with this purchase. I do recommend getting some kind of cover for it or keeping it off of hard flooring. The problem is they get scratched pretty easy and in a classroom setting the poor thing looks like it’s been abused. I did find a way around this by creating my own mazes. The kids get great joy watching and helping me create the maze and it is a huge skill to be able to program that Sphero to run the maze. I usually start my students off with using their finger to drive it, but then I move them to programming it to run the maze. It’s amazing how quickly they learn how to program. Some of my mazes are a little difficult and I know they get a little frustrated but they will work until they figure it out. I think this is probably one of the best things that I have purchased for my robotics class
    Images in this review
    Customer image
    Customer image
    28 people found this helpful
    Report
    Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2021
    One person found this helpful
    Report
    Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2022
    4 people found this helpful
    Report

    Top reviews from other countries

    Translate all reviews to English
    Victor
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great value for money
    Reviewed in Germany on January 28, 2024
    Cliente Amazon
    5.0 out of 5 stars divertente
    Reviewed in Italy on April 25, 2023
    2 people found this helpful
    Report
    G.man
    5.0 out of 5 stars excellent starter bot
    Reviewed in Canada on January 29, 2021
    Luis Martínez
    5.0 out of 5 stars Me encantó
    Reviewed in Mexico on December 27, 2020
    Transcultures - Centre
    5.0 out of 5 stars Correspond à l'attente
    Reviewed in France on August 26, 2021
    One person found this helpful
    Report