Makeblock

mBot Ranger

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A three-in-one kit for building tracked, racing and balancing robot models.

Rebuildable robotics kit

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Manufacturer information checked 10 October 2026. This is a source-based guide, not a hands-on review.

The overview

What it’s designed for.

mBot Ranger provides components for three different moving robot designs. Its construction projects combine mechanical assembly, sensors and Arduino-compatible programming.

Best suited to: Learners interested in building and comparing different robot mechanisms.

Features listed by the maker

Three robot configurations
Sensor-based projects
Scratch and Arduino programming resources

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Hiwonder

PuppyPi

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A small Raspberry Pi robot dog for learning movement and computer vision.

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Details

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PuppyPi is an eight-joint educational quadruped with Raspberry Pi control, a camera and Python programming. It is a platform for experimenting with walking and vision projects.

Best for: Students and makers exploring quadruped movement with Raspberry Pi.

Quadruped robot dog

Eight servo-driven joints
Python programming
ROS learning resources

Verified selection: PuppyPi Standard Kit / With Raspberry Pi 4B (4GB). This is an educational or development robot; setup and programming may be required. Check the selected kit's components before ordering. The product-family photo can show optional equipment; follow the linked kit contents.

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The selected PuppyPi kit can be ordered from Hiwonder's store. Check kit contents, current availability and delivery for your country before paying.

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Petoi

Bittle X V2

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A palm-sized robot dog you can build and program, with voice commands.

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Details

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A palm-sized robot dog you can build and program, with walking movements and voice commands to bring your code to life.

Best for: Curious makers aged 10+ who enjoy building as much as playing.

Block coding, Python and C++
Voice-controlled movements
Construction and assembled options

The selected construction kit requires assembly. Optional arm, camera and sensors are separate products.

Global store with international shipping. Check delivery to Australia, shipping fees and import charges.

Choose your Bittle X configuration through Petoi. Confirm assembly requirements, included parts and international delivery terms.

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Hiwonder

MechDog

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A palm-sized programmable robot dog with eight lively servo-driven joints.

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Details

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MechDog combines an ESP32 controller and eight servos in a compact quadruped. Learners can program its movements in Scratch, Python or Arduino.

Best for: Beginners who want a physical introduction to robot-dog programming.

Quadruped robot dog

ESP32 controller
Eight high-speed servos
Scratch, Python and Arduino support

Verified selection: Standard Kit. This is an educational or development robot; setup and programming may be required. Check the selected kit's components before ordering. The product-family photo can show optional equipment; follow the linked kit contents.

Confirm delivery to your country, import charges and the current dispatch estimate with Hiwonder before ordering.

The selected MechDog kit can be ordered from Hiwonder's store. Check kit contents, current availability and delivery for your country before paying.

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mBot Ranger

What it’s designed for.

Features listed by the maker

Also in this category.

PuppyPi

Bittle X V2

MechDog