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Indi

Built by Sphero · United States

Updated Jun 2026·methodology
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The Indi is a Education robot developed by Sphero (United States), priced up to $3,219 USD.

Robo Index

A

Strong evidence

5 of 10 signals present

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Weighted factors

average of the 5 scored · blanks don't count

Commercial maturity20%85/100
Deployment footprint18%unknown
Proven track record12%unknown
Spec completeness12%100/100
Company financial health12%unknown
Company maturity8%80/100
Manufacturer portfolio6%85/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%unknown
Independent recognition4%unknown
Market momentum2%unknown

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Overview

Playful screen-free coding. Engage students in computational thinking skills and cross-curricular learning.

Buyer decision signals

Deployments

3 known operators in United States

Sphero, Southeast Education Service Center, Civil Air Patrol National Headquarters

Viability

est. 2010

Blueprint Robotics webinar announced

Price

purchase

Availability

available4-week lead time

Specifications

Category: Education
Speed
1.6 m/s
Weight
0.59 kg
Battery
1 h
Price
Up to $3,219 USD
Status
active
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Founded
2010

Detailed specifications

Power & battery1
Charge Time Hours
1.67
Compute1
Ros Compatible
false
Safety & certifications1
Safety Certification
CE,FCC
Other17
Price Tier
<10K
Applications
floor_cleaning
Sub Category
learning robot car
Api Available
false
Max Speed M S
1.6
Pricing Model
purchase
Model Variants
Sphero Indi Single Robot,Sphero Indi Class Pack
Company Country
US
Lead Time Weeks
4
Setup Time Hours
0.5
Industries Served
education
Software Platform
Sphero Edu Jr app
Training Required
none
Availability Status
available
Countries Available
Australia
Programming Interface
teach_pendant,visual_block,proprietary_app
Additional Information
Robot is designed for educational purposes, ideal for children ages 4 and up.,Promotes open-ended, innovative and fun learning in real-world conditions.,Equipped with color sensors and responds to colored cards placed on the floor.,Includes 1 indi robot, 1 charging cable, 30 color cards, 2 sheets of decorative stickers, 1 programming guide, and over 500 pieces of adhesive tape.,Mobile application Sphero Edu Jr App is available on iPhone and Android.,Sphero Indi has a battery life of more than an hour and is compatible with Bluetooth technology (with a range of 30 ft).

Who runs it· deployment evidence

3 on record · none maker-verified yet. Each links to its source — open it and judge.

  • Civil Air Patrol National Headquarters· United Statessource ↗
  • Southeast Education Service Center· United Statessource ↗
  • Sphero· United Statessource ↗
Verified — maker-confirmedReported — in a public source, not maker-confirmed

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Company milestones

  • May 2026MilestoneBlueprint Robotics webinar announced
  • Apr 2026LaunchBlueprint Robotics announced
  • Apr 2026MilestoneBlueprint Robotics preorder availability
  • Jul 2025DeploymentContinuation of ROE #21 BOLT+ Workshop
  • Jul 2025DeploymentROE #21 BOLT+ Workshop in Marion, IL
  • Jun 2024LaunchSphero launches BOLT+
  • Apr 2024DeploymentRSU 40 adopts Sphero robots including indi
  • Nov 2022LaunchSphero announces RVR+ for middle and high school

More videos

Meet Sphero indi: the screenless programmable robot for kids 4+! (:60)

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Sphero indi activities: ideas to engage students with Sphero indi, the screenless robot for kids

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Get to Know indi: The Screenless Robot Powering Early STEM Learning

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Meet the indi Folding Code Mat & Stickers

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Sphero Session: Using Sphero indi to Drive Literacy Instruction

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Sphero Session: Computational Thinking & Problem Solving with indi

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Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Indi?
The Indi is developed by Sphero, based in United States.
What type of robot is the Indi?
The Indi is a Education robot made by Sphero.
How much does the Indi cost?
The Indi is priced up to $3,219 USD.

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