16 Futuristic Sphero Robot Toys for Your Tech Kids

Sphero is more than just a little ball; it’s a ball of joy. Sphero is quickly becoming one of the hot holiday items of 2016. Instead of queueing up virtually or physically, check out some of these alternatives and supplies to make this the best holiday season ever.

Sphero 2.0

The hottest robot of the season is hard to find. Prices will vary depending upon availability. This rolling robot will bring hours of entertainment at a time for years to come. This will become the go to in electronic entertainment.

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Sphero BB-8

Star Wars: The Force Awakens launched a new droid to capture our hearts. BB-8 rolled onto the scene with a new way to move. His movements transfer perfectly to the patented Sphero shape. This is what every Star Wars fan wants.

$240.05

Sphero BB-8 with Force Band

For a bit more in price, you get the additional benefit of controlling BB-8 with the force band. You can move him around with simple movements based on the bracelet you wear right on your wrist.

$277.97

Sphero Force Band

For the fans that already have BB-8, the Force Band is available as a stand alone item for a bit more than you would pay in the combo package. Either way, it works just the same. May the Force be with you.

$10.69

Sphero SPRK

Sphero introduced the SPRK edition late last year. SPRK adds visual appeal to the Sphero. As a bonus, it’s available for less than the regular edition Sphero.

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Sphero SPRK and STEAM

If you’re looking for even more flash and pizazz than the SPRK provides, this little ball steps up the competition. They add some educational programming software and the ability to control the bot with the force band. The perfect gift for the budding programmer.

$199.99

Sphero Ollie

If the force band really appeals to you, but Star Wars isn’t really your jam, you can use Ollie. Ollie has more capability than the traditional Sphero in terms of traction and mobility. With the right accessories, Ollie becomes the next generation of the RC car.

$200.00

Sphero Ollie Darkside

For the kid with an inner villain, try the Darkside variant of Ollie. The black casing with red trim gives this an edgy look that will make every trick seem just a little tougher. Instill a sense of fear in the cats and chihuahuas in your neighborhood with this tough bot.

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Hexnub Covers

HEXNUB has protective covers in every color available. You don’t want to take the Sphero outdoors without a good shield. Sphero is dirt and water resistant, but it never hurts to have an extra layer of protection.

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The Original Sphero

If you can’t get the latest version of the Sphero, you can always go old school. The original Sphero has the same software and capabilities as the newest version with the original mechanisms. They have upgraded a few things here and there, but most of us won’t know the difference.

$144.00

Sphero Terrain Park

If you’ve got a Sphero, that’s a good start. You also need a good set of accessories. This terrain park provides a great way to fully test out the capabilities of your robot. You could make your own, but at this price, why bother?

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Nubby Tires for Ollie

These tires are for added traction. Get the most out of Ollie with these nubby tires. He’ll be able to turn better and get traction on surfaces that might not always be so forgiving. Plus, you won’t have to scrub down the tires after every use.

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Sphero Chariot

Every Sphero needs to feel a sense of purpose. After all, the robot uprising is inevitable. Your Sphero will really feel a sense of meaning once you attach this chariot. It will really bring out the sense of purpose that is automatically programmed into these little guys.

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Sphero Ollie Stunt Hubs

HEXNUB makes some incredible tires for Ollie. These are the ultimate trick tires. Your little droid will be able to pull off some of the most amazing tricks. They also offer a monster tires package as well. You’ll want to consider both.

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Sphero Carrying Kit

Most importantly, you want to make sure that this investment lasts for years to come. Whether this is a purchase for your grown up little boy or your budding programmer, you’ll want to make sure this lasts for a long time.

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BB-8 Carrying Case

For the Star Wars enthusiast, they also have a way to keep your droid safe so that you can go about protecting the galaxy. Don’t worry about BB-8. He’ll be safely tucked away in the comfort of his hard shell carrying case.

$14.99