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Cubelets

Built by Modular Robotics

Updated Jun 2026·methodology
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The Cubelets is a Education robot developed by Modular Robotics, launched 2012, listed at $140 USD (unverified).

Robo Index

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5 of 10 signals present

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Commercial maturity20%85/100
Deployment footprint18%unknown
Proven track record12%100/100
Spec completeness12%100/100
Company financial health12%76/100
Company maturity8%90/100
Manufacturer portfolio6%unknown
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%unknown
Independent recognition4%unknown
Market momentum2%unknown

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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.

Buyer decision signals

Viability

$6.8M raisedest. 2008

Price

$140

purchase

Unverified — no source on record

Availability

available1-yr warranty

Specifications

Category: Education
Speed
0.31 m/s
Battery
6 h
Autonomy
partially autonomous
Launch year
2012
Price
$140 USD

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Status
active
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Funding raised
$6.8M
Founded
2008

Detailed specifications

Compute1
Ros Compatible
true
Safety & certifications1
Safety Certification
STEM.org Authenticated
Other19
Price Tier
<10K
Applications
pick_and_place,sorting,packing
Sub Category
robot blocks
Api Available
false
Auto Charging
false
Max Speed M S
0.3056
Pricing Model
purchase
Model Variants
Cubelets Curiosity Set
Warranty Years
1
Company Country
US
Deployment Notes
Loved by educators from Vermont to Vietnam.
Setup Time Hours
0
Industries Served
education
Software Platform
Cubelets apps
Training Required
none
Availability Status
available
Countries Available
US
Programming Interface
drag_and_drop,visual_block,code_python,code_ros
Additional Information
Cubelets are robot blocks that can be programmed without any coding.,Personality Swap allows users to change the behavior of their Cubelets with a touch of a button.,Cubelets Console offers a free web app for drag-and-drop coding.,Cubelets Console also includes a C programming environment.,Cubelets are tough and come with a comprehensive one-year warranty.,Orders over $100 get free US shipping.

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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 $140 USD in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure is unverified and not confirmed by Modular Robotics — contact them for a quote.
When was the Cubelets launched?
The Cubelets was launched in 2012.

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