Best Robots For Kids in 2022

The Lego Boost, just like the popular EV3 we already reviewed comes with a full creative toolbox that combines screen programming capabilities alongside those ubiquitous Lego building bricks loved by so many the world over. In this kit from Lego, you are provided with everything you need to build and code five entirely individual and each uniquely multifunctional automatons. It’s been created for ages 7 and upwards and allows for completely customizable block coding.  There are an impressive 847 pieces in the kit, and of course, there’s also a downloadable app that provides full instructions and extra tips on how to get the best out of your Boost set. Your children’s imaginations can run riot as they build Vernie the Robot or Frankie the Cat and by combining with the intuitive icon-based coding interface, they can enjoy hours of fun. Our handy guide to the best Batman Lego sets features more great products like this.

We love this little blue Dash robot that arrives on your doorstep, fully charged and ready and raring to go! It full of fun and frolics and provides your kids with endless hours of enjoyment. They can program Dash to act upon voice commands and become confident and creative coding artists! The Dash Robot also encourages collaboration via the Wonder League which has been set up by the manufacturer, Wonder Workshop, to promote kids within communities to share ideas. This also happens to be an award-winning Robot so you can rest assured that you are buying into design and technological innovation. Dash is so popular that he can already be found I over 20,000 schools and that number is continuously growing. He’s as close as you will ever get to a real Robot and he can be your kids to program and learn how to code fully. Suitable for ages 6 and upwards, Dash really does make learning fun. Don’t forget to also check our guide to Lego City sets, for more great toy ideas.

Everyone loves Lego, young or old so bringing together Lego and Robotics is bound to be winning combination. This is a fantastic construction kit that features over 601 pieces and has been designed for boys and girls aged 10 and over. You can build and program your own walking, talking, even thinking Robot! That’s because the Lego Mindstorms kit includes Intelligent EV3 bricks and three servo motors along with IR sensors. With this one set, you can construct five different Robots all of which have their own unique traits. There’s Ev3Storm with his blasting bazooka, Track3R which is an all-terrain robot, R3Ptar that looks and reacts with lightening Cobra speed, Spik3R a six-legged creature with a sting in its tail and Gripper who can be used to lift and move objects. All the Robots can be controlled via infra-red remote control. This Lego Mindstorms kit is an excellent way of combining creativity with technology and can be operated in conjunction with a free Robot Commander app on your chosen smart device. If your kid loves Lego, then make sure you also check our guide to best Marvel Lego Sets.

Botley is the colorful and fun introduction to the wonderful world of screen-free coding and is great for kids from 5 years and upwards. It features a remote programmer and unlike many of the other Robots we’ve reviewed, doesn’t require a phone or a tablet to operate which could be a good thing for any of you keen to delay or at least minimize the amount of screen time that kids today seem to have. Botley has plenty of advanced features and can be coded to follow commands, move around objects and also use smart logic. This activity kit includes 77-pieces and comes with the remote programmer we just mentioned as well as a detachable robot arm, 40 coding cards, 6 double-sided tiles, and a further 27 obstacle building pieces. There are endless hours of creative fun to be had with your Botley Robot. This is one of a range of learning toys to be developed by Learning Resources which offer STEM learning for kids (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Let your Botley Robot be a part of the family and grow with your kids for years to come. A great educational toy for your little ones. 

This fully approved STEAM educational tool is quickly built-in around 15 minutes and comes with a remote control or can be operated via the Makeblock downloadable app. Simple to follow instructions are included and once you’re up and running, you can unleash your imagination and coding skills. Experiment with how you construct the parts together to create a unique robot or follow the recommended steps. There are also plenty of add on parts available to purchase if you really want to create a mega custom mBot.

Used in tandem with the Blockly downloadable App, kids can quickly get to grips with learning entry-level coding, enhancing a whole host of skills. Everything from improving their creativity and imagination, to stimulating their curiosity and providing excellent problem-solving skills can be nurtured with the mBot. New coding commands can simply be dragged and dropped to create unique instructions that get carried out by the mBot in real-time. It would make a cool screen-free gift for kids, as well.

The Ozobot Evo is another little pocket-sized playmate that you can programme to perform an assortment of tricks. Integrated with your Smartphone and linked to their app that uses OzoBlockly language, your kids can learn how to code with 4 different levels of complexity available. The Ozobot uses optical sensors to follow commands that are color-coded. Bit may be a basic Bot but here’s a great introduction to coding for kids ages 6 and upwards. He arrives all ready to rock and toll, pre-assembled so you can get stuck straight into the coding action. You can use the easy entry screen-free coding system to get you started or the more advanced OzoBlockly programming editor. Featuring optical sensors and LED lights, Bit is a perfect coding toy for kids.

If you’ve always fancied the idea of building a Robot then what better excuse to get in on the creative action than to buy this large WolVol, remote control Robot for the kids in your house. Big and small boys alike can’t fail but to like this Police style robot with his flashing lights and the multiple Robot sounds it can make. This really is a big and impressive bit of kit that stands at 16 inches high. The arms can be moved up and down, and the WolVol can walk, turnaround and dance. With the remote control, there are 10 different actions that you can get the WolVol to perform. It would look great in any kids bedroom and is sure to be played with for hours on end. Find more great products like this by checking out our guide to the best Lego Ninjago sets.

The great thing about the Sillbird STEM 12-in-1 Robot is that you can build it, then take it apart, and rebuild another robot. There are twelve possible configurations with different functions and different difficulty levels in the building process. Forget playing with the robot, your kid will be completely immersed just building this robot. The other cool thing about this toy is that it’s solar-powered so it doesn’t require any batteries. Not only does that make it cheaper and more reliable, but it also teaches your children about different types of energy (something that’s going to be super important in the next 20 years). Designed for children aged eight to ten years old, it has 190 easy-build parts and a detailed instruction manual that will guide them along. If you’re looking for a robot toy that’s going to promote STEM skills, the Sillbird STEM 12-in-1 Robot is going to take some beating.

Completing today’s round-up of the Best Robots for Kids we’ve gone back to Lego and their Creator Robo Explorer toy. With his bright green eyes, posable arms, and working claw, the Robo Explorer is a joy to build and play with. This 3 in 1 model features the Robo Explorer, a Robot Dog as well as a Robot Bird. There are over 200 pieces included in the kit, and the manufacturer recommends that it’s suitable for kids aged 7 through to 12. Your Robo comes in a colorful and attractive azure, black and grey color scheme which is super striking. Cute and creative, this Robot building kit is sure to deliver hours of fun and enjoyment. Our guide to Lego Technic sets offers more great toys for your kids.

Cozmo from Anki may well become your child’s new best friend. It’s a pint-sized Robot, but it’s certainly not short on features, and Cozmo is tougher and cleverer than you might first give him credit for. He’s been rigorously tested for durability and security and is the perfect introduction for kids to the world of creative code. It might even be a skill that some adults among you have missed learning until now so you can take part in the education too. In order to get the most out of your new robotic sidekick you will need an iOS or Android device and to download the free Cozmo app. In the kit, you get your own Cozmo Robot, 3 interactive cubes and 1 charger plus a full user’s manual. Cozmo is playful and has tones of personality. He’s able to express hundreds of emotions and is made up of over 300 parts. Equipped with Code Lab, this is a user-friendly drag and drop coding interface that’s easy to get to grips with. Cozmo is always ready to play and will bring plenty of creative play and enjoyment into your child’s day. Be sure to also check out our list of the best Lego Robots for more great items like this.