# Sphero Play — Drive & play with Sphero bots

> Control Sphero robots with drive modes, games, and block programming. (iPhone/iPad app by Sphero, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sphero-play/id1280682522 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sphero, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/468699622)
- Category: Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 36,482 App Store ratings · 508 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 193 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China) and 3 more
- Released: 2017-09-28
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sphero-play/id1280682522/reviews.md

## What is Sphero Play?

Drive and play games from ONE app with your Sphero Mini, Sphero 2.0, SPRK, SPRK+, BOLT, and BOLT+.  Connect and control your robots with several exciting drive modes, use your robot as a controller to play games, or try out Block Drive for an intro to programming with colorful blocks.

Features include:

DRIVE MODES
Drive your robots several ways with the Sphero Play app. Use the joystick and slingshot controls, tilt your device, or use your voice. Our sports-themed drive modes keep things fun with the ability to swing your device to "golf"*, or flick to "kick" your robot.

BLOCK DRIVE PROGRAMMING
Learn programming basics by controlling your robot with colorful movement and light blocks.

GAMES
Use your robot as a controller to shoot your way through space, race your vehicle through a tunnel avoiding obstacles and scoring points, or rotate your ball to destroy a polygon of bricks. 

Need robots? We know a guy. Visit sphero.com and order today.

*This mode is not available on iPads.

## Key features

- Multiple drive modes (joystick, tilt, voice)
- Robot-controlled games
- Block Drive programming
- Sports-themed drive modes
- Voice control

## What do users think of Sphero Play?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fun and engaging app
- 👍 Great controls and customization
- 🎮 Enjoyable games and activities
- 💡 Compatibility with multiple Sphero products

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
- 🔧 Limited features compared to older apps
- 🔋 Concerns about battery life and durability

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Joystick controls not working as expected
- Alignment issues causing unexpected movement

**Most requested features**

- More games and activities
- Support for additional Sphero products (e.g. Ollie, BB-8)
- Improved aiming and control precision
- Camera integration to see the Sphero's view

## Recent user reviews (10 of 508)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sphero-play/id1280682522/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Stupid company

*2026-08-25, version 2.6.0*

Discontinues old bots and offers absolutely no assistance. The saving grace has nothing to do with them, but in the kindness of strangers willing to help others be able to use it.

### 5/5 — Sphere play

*2026-08-20, version 2.6.0*

This is fun too play on and would highly recomend

### 4/5 — Fun but not much to do

*2026-08-18, version 2.6.0*

my dad got me a sphero robot it is fun when you start exploring stuff and it can still be fun but not as fun. 4.5 stars

### 5/5 — So good! Will recommend!

*2026-08-14, version 2.6.0*

I have the sphero mini and I use this app to connect and interact with the ball. You can use it for other products by SPHERO and it’s no hassle to set up and connect it took me almost 1 minute! Very fun and engaging I will recommend!😄🤩 Thanks to you sphero, I have found my passion for robotics!!

### 5/5 — GREAT

*2026-08-12, version 2.6.0*

Someone got me a bolt plus for my birthday and I LOVE THIS

### 5/5 — Great app, small joystick request. ;)

*2026-08-08, version 2.6.0*

I’d love the joystick mode to be more responsive on the side to side motion which is limited by the screen width so I’d appreciate the ‘X’ coordinate to be slightly more responsive than the Y coordinate for phones, or even specifically iPhones. Overall it’s a fantastic app and that’s why I can get pick with itty bitty details. :)

### 3/5 — Mila’s cool review

*2026-08-08, version 2.6.0*

I like the sphero but it needs to go forward when I want iit to go forward and when I want it to go backwards 
 it doesn’t go backwards thank you for giving me the sphero app have a good day bye.

### 5/5 — Sphero

*2026-06-26, version 2.6.0*

Love it

### 5/5 — Cool

*2026-06-20, version 2.6.0*

This is supa good i wish i could rate it 1000 stars

### 5/5 — It the best❤️

*2026-06-18, version 2.6.0*

I love it

## Frequently asked questions about Sphero Play

### What can I do with the Sphero Play app?

The Sphero Play app allows you to drive your Sphero robots using various control methods like joysticks, tilt controls, or voice commands. You can also play games where your robot acts as the controller, or use Block Drive to learn basic programming concepts.

### What Sphero robots are compatible with this app?

This app is compatible with Sphero Mini, Sphero 2.0, SPRK, SPRK+, BOLT, and BOLT+ robots. Ensure your robot is supported before attempting to connect.

### Is the Sphero Play app free to use?

Yes, the Sphero Play app is free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description.

### How do I learn programming with this app?

The app features 'Block Drive Programming,' which allows you to learn programming basics by connecting colorful movement and light blocks to control your robot's actions. It's an introductory way to understand coding concepts.

### Are there any specific device requirements for certain features?

Yes, the description notes that the sports-themed drive modes, specifically the 'golf' mode, are not available on iPads. Other drive modes and features should function on compatible devices.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.6.0 — 2026-02-16

• Maintenance updates and bug fixes

### 2.5.0 — 2024-11-11

• Support for Sphero BOLT+

### 2.4.7 — 2024-08-21

• Maintenance update to ensure compatibility
• Polish language support

### 2.4.5 — 2023-01-17

• Maintenance update to ensure compatibility

### 2.4.4 — 2020-11-23

• Maintenance update to ensure compatibility

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