Tobbie II – Programmable Robot to Learn Coding

Tobbie II is the gift you’ been looking for to stimulate the neurons of a child who is interested in robotics. This robot is fun to assemble, but also fascinating to program, allowing young people to learn coding while having fun. The possibilities of games and challenges are endless because this robot offers you several features, nothing is more fun than combining technology and creativity!

Tobbie II’s “brain” is a micro:bit micro-controller, which can be programmed with the online (or you can download the software) MakeCode platform which offers the possibility to code with blocks (for beginners) or Javascript (for those who want to play with real code). The makecode website from the BBC also offers example projects, support articles and much more, for the included micro:bit.

The micro:bit also becomes the face of the robot thanks to its LED screen which can give Tobbie facial expressions, display words, numbers and icons… it’s up to you to find ways to use it with your imagination! Basic programs are also available for download in order to have fun with your robot right away!

Tobbie II can move in all directions thanks to its rotating body and six legs and it can use its infrared sensor to follow you. It can measure ambient temperature, produce sound and even play with rock, paper, scissors with you!

Tobbie can also be controlled by an app on mobile device.

10 years and older

Batteries: 4 x AAA (not included)

Download Tobbie II 12 ready-to-use programs here

Download Tobbie II’s remote control app for Android or Apple.

Videos to see more of Tobbie II’s functions