Sphero BOLT (STEM)

A striking way to program
and play.

With a striking LED matrix and advanced sensors, the Sphero BOLT app-enabled robot provides endless opportunities to be creative and have fun while learning.

Product Features:

Learn to code by drawing, using Scratch blocks, or writing JavaScript text with the Sphero Edu app.
Sphero BOLT was built to shine with a programmable 8x8 LED Matrix that animates and displays real-time data.
BOLT to BOLT infrared communication allows for new games and advanced movements.
Auto aim your robot thanks to the built-in compass.
An ambient light sensor allows you to program based on your room’s brightness.
A long battery life of 2+ continuous hours per charge can handle even your biggest projects.
It’s fun to take for a spin. Simply drive BOLT and play games.
BOLT is approachable yet advanced with more features, more power, and more fun.

PRISMATIC PERFECTION

Sphero BOLT’s eye-catching, programmable 8x8 light matrix opens up an endless array of coding and gaming capabilities. Use advanced sensors to track speed, acceleration, and direction, or drive BOLT without having to aim your robot thanks to the compass. BOLT also features infrared communication, allowing your robot to “talk” with other BOLTs. Equipped with Bluetooth SMART and a strong scratch-resistant shell, this robot’s brawn matches its brilliance.

Advanced Sensors

Keep tabs on BOLT’s speed and direction with built-in sensors for programming.

LED Matrix

Sphero BOLT was built to shine with 8x8 LED Matrix that animates and displays real-time data.

Infrared Communication

BOLT to BOLT communication enables new games and advanced coding tactics.

IRIDESCENT EXPERIENCES

Program BOLT with the Sphero Edu app from nearly any mobile or desktop device, discover awesome community-created activities, or just drive and play. Create and customize games and learn to code by drawing on your screen, using Scratch™ blocks, or writing JavaScript text.

Create & Customize Games

Draw, Block & Text Coding

Discover Awesome Activities

Drive & Play

#BEYONDCODE

Sphero Edu provides a toolset unbounded in its potential.

Sphero Edu uses app-enabled robots to foster creativity through discovery and play, all while laying the foundation for computer science. Our program goes beyond code with collaborative STEAM activities, nurturing students’ imaginations in ways no other education program can. Cross-platform apps are approachable for all skill levels, allowing us to reach as many minds as possible.

Program 3 Ways

Designed for learner progression, the Sphero Edu app allows you to program your robot 3 different ways.

DRAW

Beginners can draw paths that represent code for their robot to follow.

BLOCKS

Intermediate coders can utilize the Scratch block-based programming interface.

TEXT

Pros can use JavaScript and write text programs like a boss.

What's in the box

Sphero BOLT
Inductive charging base with USB charging cable
Protractor with heading, directions, and clock
Quick Start guide to get you rolling
Sticker sheet
Sphero Play app available for download on iOS and Android
Swift Playgrounds app available for download on iOS. Works with the Sphero Arcade and Sphero Template playgrounds
Sphero Edu app available for download on iOS, Android, Kindle, Mac, Windows, and Chrome