Cubelets vs Lego Boost
Side-by-side comparison of Cubelets (Modular Robotics) and Lego Boost (Lego) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Year First Available
- Cubelets2012
- Lego Boost2017
Verified Deployments
- Cubelets0 Deployments
- Lego Boost0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Cubelets$140 USD
- Lego Boost$160 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Cubelets6 hrs
- Lego Boost—
Availability Status
- CubeletsACTIVE
- Lego BoostACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Cubelets—
- Lego Boost5 kg
Reach
- Cubelets—
- Lego Boost850 mm
Max Speed
- Cubelets0.3 m/s
- Lego Boost1 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Cubeletspartially autonomous
- Lego Boost—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2012 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $140 USD | $160 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 6 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | — | 5 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | — | 850 mm |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 0.3 m/s | 1 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | partially autonomous | — |
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The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Manufacturer Country, IP Rating
ROI Comparison
Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.
Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | Cubelets | Lego Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $140 | $160 |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $249,860 | $249,840 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +178471% | +156160% |
Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.
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Frequently asked
Who makes Cubelets and Lego Boost?
Cubelets is made by Modular Robotics. Lego Boost is made by Lego.
When were Cubelets and Lego Boost launched?
Cubelets launched in 2012. Lego Boost launched in 2017.
How much does Cubelets cost compared to Lego Boost?
Cubelets is listed at $140. Lego Boost is listed at $160.
How do Cubelets and Lego Boost compare on the Robo Index?
Cubelets grades A on the Robo Index. Lego Boost grades A. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Cubelets and Lego Boost in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Education on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Cubelets and Lego Boost?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: The Education Robot Vendor RFP: Questions and Red Flags.
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About this comparison
Cubelets vs Lego Boost compares two robots in the education category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Index is calculated.