Sphero Edu vs Makerzoid Kit
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Sphero Edu
This app allows users to learn and create with programmable robots. It offers multiple coding methods, from drawing paths to advanced text-based programming. Educators can manage classes and track student progress, making learning fun and interactive.
- Multiple programming modes (Draw, Block, Text)
- Access sensor data via graphs
- Pre-made STEAM lessons
- Robot driving mode
- Assignment creation for educators
- Google/Clever account integration
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Sphero Edu is your hub to create, contribute, and learn with Sphero robots. Go beyond code by incorporating unique STEAM lessons to complete with your bot. Designed for learner progression, Sphero Edu beginners can give robots commands by drawing a path in the app for their robot to follow. Intermediate coders can use Scratch blocks to learn more advanced logic, while pros can use text programming and write their own JavaScript or Python code. Sphero Edu is built for makers, learners, educators, and parents. The interactive platform allows you to keep track of your class or group from one easy place. Anyone can save their progress, jump from device to device, and continue the discovery from anywhere. Preparing for the future has never been so fun. SPHERO EDU FEATURES PROGRAMS: Program your bots in 3 ways with Draw, Block, and Text modes. Start with the basics and grow. SENSOR DATA: See location, accelerometer, gyroscope, velocity, and distance sensor data through visual graphs. LESSONS: Program a painting. Navigate a maze. Mimic the solar system. The only limit is your imagination. TAKE A DRIVE: Need a brain break? Set LED colors on your robot and zoom around in Drive mode. ASSIGNMENTS: Are you a teacher? Monitor progress by creating lessons and assigning them to your students. INTEGRATIONS: Simplify classroom use by signing in and syncing classrooms with Google and Clever accounts. COMPATIBILITY Supported Robots: Sphero BOLT+, Sphero BOLT, Sphero RVR/RVR+, Sphero SPRK+, Sphero SPRK Edition, Sphero 2.0, Sphero Mini, Ollie, BB-8, BB-9E, R2-D2, R2-Q5 Unsupported Robots: Sphero Original, Force Band, Lightning McQueen, Spider-Man, indi
Makerzoid Kit
This app allows users to build, control, and program robot models. It offers guides for assembling pre-designed models and pre-programmed actions, as well as tools to create custom robots and learn programming through a graphical interface. Users can also design and share their own creations.
- Build robot models
- Control robot models
- Program robots with graphical interface
- Assemble pre-designed models
- Create custom robot designs
- Share robot creations
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Build, control and program your Makerzoid SuperBot with this app. With guide on how to assemble your 26 types pre-designed SuperBot models and 7 pre-programmed actions for robot model, you will be able to start playing with your SuperBot from the start. You can also create your own robot model, and learn how to program robots with graphical programming interface. Feeling creative? Design and create your own models and share them with friends and family. Build,Control,Program and Explore more.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Sphero Edu at every 5 weeks against Makerzoid Kit's every 12 months. Sphero Edu also leads on review sentiment (65% vs 50%). Makerzoid Kit's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Sphero Edu ships an update every 5 weeks, Makerzoid Kit every 12 months. Both last shipped on October 13, 2026.
| Parameter | Sphero Edu | Makerzoid Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (1.5K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 65.3% of reviews — better | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1.5K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 12 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 194 MB | 63 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sphero, Inc. | 广州途道信息科技有限公司 |
Customer experience
Sphero Edu
Makerzoid Kit
Bugs and requests
Sphero Edu
Reported bugs
4 issues- Programs not saving properly
- Firmware update issues
- Inability to connect to certain Sphero models
- Sign-in and registration problems
Requested features
5 requests- Add more coding blocks and functionality
- Improve community features and sharing
- Restore legacy app features (e.g., free drive mode)
- Provide better documentation and tutorials
- Allow custom sound and light effects
Makerzoid Kit
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Sphero Edu
No in-app purchases
Makerzoid Kit
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Sphero Edu free?
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Do Sphero Edu or Makerzoid Kit have ads?
Which is updated more often, Sphero Edu or Makerzoid Kit?
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