ProtoBot

We ship ProtoBot from Malta, Europe. Since it includes a small 170mAh 20C LiPo battery, it must be sent via FedEx or DHL in line with worldwide battery-shipping-regulations. This may increase the shipping cost, but it ensures fast, reliable delivery. You’re welcome to add other items to the same shipment to make the most of it. We truly appreciate your understanding 😊

ProtoBot comes as a fun maker-kit that you can transform into a cool pocket-size robot. The kit itself is designed for curious minds of all ages - Younger kids can join in too with a little help from an adult, especially when using the app. The robot comes with an easy-to-use educational App and for those interested, clear Arduino examples that make coding simple for beginners.

The Pro kit includes some soldering, so children under 12-years should only build it with adult supervision. The Beginner kit is recommended for younger makers, as it comes pre-soldered and only requires simple assembly. Please note that the kit contains small parts, including a LiPo battery and screws, which may pose a choking hazard and must be kept out of reach of young children

ProtoBot works seamlessly with our MicroLink App, letting you control it and also update its firmware whenever a new version is released. But for those who want to dive deeper and customize its behavior, you can install the ProtoBot Arduino library - just follow the installation steps in our User-Guide. We are continuously updating and adding new features to this library, so make sure you're using the latest version.

ProtoBot is designed with makers in mind! Its shell and accessories can be 3D printed at your home, and you can expand its capabilities by adding more I2C sensors, displays, or other electronics using the breadboard attachment. This lets you customize your robot, make it smarter, and adapt it to your own projects. It also comes with an open-source Arduino library built around our tiny CodeCell module (also available separately in our store), making upgrades and part replacements easy.

Inside the box, you’ll find all the robot parts along with step-by-step instructions to guide you through the fun build.

Yes - ProtoBot can be 3D printed, and all files are available here. If you order the DIY Pro Edition, you can print it in any material or color you prefer. A small tip: keep the eye area in a light shade so the LED light can shine through clearly. If multi-color printing isn’t possible, we recommend printing the robot in white or light gray so eye-notifications remain visible. We also provide open-source models for wheels and tracks. That said, the included aluminium hubs with grippy silicone tyres offer the best performance on most surfaces.