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LEGO Education SPIKE Prime

90/ 100€430

Build-and-code STEAM set combining LEGO Technic, a programmable hub, motors and sensors with a Scratch-based and Python coding environment.

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Best for:STEM classroomsLearn to codeAges 6+Block & Python
Age
10+ yrs
Coding
Scratch + Python
sensors
Color, distance, force
Runtime
Rechargeable hub
90/100
Outstanding
Our verdict

SPIKE Prime is the gold standard for the classroom: rugged LEGO Technic builds, a friendly Scratch-based editor that graduates to Python, and a sensor set rich enough for years of projects. It's pricey for a single child, but unmatched for structured STEM learning.

Score breakdown

Rated across 5 criteria

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Coding depth96/100
Sensors & I/O88/100
Age range78/100
Connectivity80/100
Value75/100

Specifications

Age
10+ yrs
Coding
Scratch + Python
sensors
Color, distance, force
Runtime
Rechargeable hub
connectivity
Bluetooth
pieces
528 pcs

Pros

  • Endless build options
  • Scratch and Python
  • Strong curriculum

Cons

  • Pricey
  • Storage of parts

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Editorial review
★★★★★4.5/5

A top-tier educational robot we recommend without hesitation

SPIKE Prime is the gold standard for the classroom: rugged LEGO Technic builds, a friendly Scratch-based editor that graduates to Python, and a sensor set rich enough for years of projects. It's pricey for a single child, but unmatched for structured STEM learning.

Its strongest area is coding depth (96/100), followed by sensors & i/o (88/100). In practice, endless build options.

The main caveat is age range, where it scores 78/100. Specifically, pricey.

At €430, it sits at the premium end of the category. For most buyers in this category, it's one of the best choices you can make.

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Frequently asked questions

What ages is this robot for?

See the age-range spec. Block-coding robots suit younger learners; text/Python-capable models scale into high school and beyond.

Do you need to know how to code?

No. These start with drag-and-drop block coding and graduate to JavaScript or Python, so beginners and advanced students both progress.

Does it need a phone or computer?

Most pair with a free app on a tablet, phone or computer for programming and updates; some run lessons standalone.

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