Sphero RVR+
Sphero

Sphero RVR+

RVR+ is an expandable four-wheel coding robot for moving from app-based blocks to hardware projects. Its onboard sensors support experiments in colour and motion, while the expansion connection lets learners add compatible boards and accessories.

USD 339
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Overview

Best suited to

  • Coding with a mobile robot
  • Sensor and hardware experiments

Key specifications

Drive systemFour-wheel programmable drive
Programming toolsSphero Edu blocks; JavaScript and Python SDK options
Navigation sensorsColour, light, infrared, gyroscope and accelerometer
Battery and chargingRemovable rechargeable battery; up to 2 h play stated by Sphero
Priced configurationOne RVR+ robot; expansion boards excluded

Capabilities & strengths

  • Expandable hardware platform
  • Removable rechargeable battery

Important limitations

  • Raspberry Pi and micro:bit add-ons are sold separately.
  • Advanced hardware projects require additional programming skills.
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Product documentation & sources

Product information checked on 2026-10-06. Manufacturer figures may use different configurations and test conditions.

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