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Cubelets

Built by Modular Robotics· Launched 2012

Updated Oct 2026·methodology

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Made by Modular RoboticsOpen company

#22 of 72 ranked Education robots (131 listed)

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RoboScore

58.7/ 100

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On sale20%75/100
In use20%Not counted yet
Track record12%70/100
Specs on file12%92/100
Funding12%76/100
Company age8%90/100
Other robots6%Not counted yet
News6%Not counted yet
Wikipedia entry4%Not counted yet

Overview

Cubelets are magnetic blocks that you can snap together to make an endless variety of robots with no programming and no wires. Cubelet-based robots can drive around on a tabletop, respond to light, sound, and temperature, and have surprisingly lifelike behavior.

Key specs

  • Built for education
  • Used across education
  • Programmed through drag and drop and python
  • Compatible with ROS
  • Certified to STEM.org Authenticated
  • Backed by a 1-year warranty

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At a glance

Specifications

From the makerCheckedEstimated
0.31 m/s
6 h
Partially autonomous
2012
US$140

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Detailed specifications

What it is built for3
Applications
pick and place,sorting,packing
robot blocks
education
Movement & precision1
Max Speed M S
0.3056
Power & runtime1
Auto Charging
No
Controls & integration7
No
Yes
Setup Time Hours
0
Software Platform
Cubelets apps
Training Required
none
bluetooth
drag and drop,visual block,code python,code ros
Safety & certification1
STEM.org Authenticated
Buying & support6
<10K
purchase
Model Variants
Cubelets Curiosity Set
1
Availability Status
available
Countries Available
US

Who uses it

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Company milestones(estimated)

  • 2019AcquisitionAcquired Dexter Industries
  • 2017AwardLatest Award Received
  • 2010LaunchCubelets Released
  • 2009AwardFirst Award Received
  • 2008FundingCompany Founded

Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Cubelets?
The Cubelets is developed by Modular Robotics.
What type of robot is the Cubelets?
The Cubelets is a Education robot made by Modular Robotics.
How much does the Cubelets cost?
The Cubelets is listed at US$140 in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure did not come from Modular Robotics. Contact them for a quote.
When was the Cubelets launched?
The Cubelets was launched in 2012.

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