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Makeblock Codey Rocky vs Sphero BOLT

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MakeblockCodey RockySpheroBOLT
Overview
Released––
Task and control
FormWheeledWheeled
UseEducationEducation
User programmingYesYes
Phone appYesYes
User programmingBlock coding and Python.Sphero Edu drawing, blocks, JavaScript and Python.
Regional availabilitySKU P1030069 orderable on 3 October 2026. Orderable on the maker store on 3 October 2026; maker states delivery to the contiguous United States only.Single BOLT SKU K002ROWFFP orderable on the maker store on 3 October 2026.
Release detailsExact first-sale date not established from the maker evidence read.Exact first-sale date not established from the maker evidence read.
Hardware
Wi-FiYes–
BluetoothYes–
ProcessingESP32 Tensilica LX6 dual-core processor, up to 240 MHz.–
SensorsButtons, potentiometer, sound and light sensing, gyroscope, accelerometer, infrared emitter/receiver and infrared colour sensor.Magnetometer for orientation and infrared communication between BOLT robots.
AudioSpeaker.–
DisplayLED matrix and RGB LED.8 × 8 programmable LED matrix.
Durability–Maker describes the shell as waterproof; no ingress-protection rating published on the page read.
ConnectionsUSB, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.–
Battery
Battery life (maker's claim)Approximately 1–2 hours of playMaker describes all-day battery life without a numeric runtime
Battery capacity950 mAh–
Battery3.7 V 950 mAh lithium-polymer battery.–
ChargingMaker states approximately 1.5 hours charging.Inductive charging base.
Runtime conditionsSpecification table gives approximately 1–2 hours; FAQ describes two hours of full-load operation.–

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