BOLT vs Shield-Bot

Sphero vs Parallax — specs, price, and data-backed comparison.

SPECIFICATIONS COMPARED

BOLTShield-Bot
CompanySpheroParallax
CategoryConsumer-RobotEducational-Robots
Price:$179Not announced
Battery Life120 min—
ConnectivityBluetooth; inductive charging base—

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the difference between the BOLT and the Shield-Bot?

BOLT is made by Sphero, while Shield-Bot is made by Parallax. BOLT is a consumer-robot, while Shield-Bot is a educational-robots.

Which is cheaper, the BOLT or the Shield-Bot?

The BOLT is listed at $179; pricing for the Shield-Bot has not been publicly announced.