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iRobot Root rt1
Our Verdict: The whiteboard feature is a stroke of genius for classrooms. iRobot's 3-level system makes it usable across all ages.
iRobot Root rt1 is iRobot’s entry into educational robotics, bringing the company’s decades of robot experience to the classroom. The three-level programming system progresses from graphical blocks to hybrid coding to full Python, supporting students from pre-K through college.
A unique feature is its ability to drive on whiteboards using magnetic wheels, turning any classroom whiteboard into a giant drawing canvas. Color sensors, bump sensors, touch sensors, and a drawing marker provide rich interaction possibilities.
Classroom whiteboard activities
K-12 CS progression
Art + coding projects
All-ages STEM
Specifications
| Programming | 3 levels (graphical to Python) |
|---|---|
| Movement | Floor + magnetic whiteboard |
| Sensors | Color, bump, touch, cliff |
| Battery Life | 5 hours |
| Drawing | Marker holder included |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth |
Pros & Cons
A quick summary of where this model performs well and where it falls short.
Pros
- Drives on whiteboards (magnetic)
- 3-level programming progression
- iRobot brand and engineering
- Drawing capability
- Pre-K through college range
Cons
- Magnetic feature requires whiteboard
- Fewer sensors than some competitors
- Less building/construction involved
- Smaller accessory ecosystem
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