mBlock
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VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | mBlock | Open Roberta Lab |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware support | The mobile app supports Makeblock robots plus open hardware such as Arduino and micro:bit. | The Lab supports multiple robot and hardware systems, including LEGO Mindstorms EV3, Calliope mini, and NAO. |
| Purpose | mBlock 5 is a coding platform for robotics, STEM, and coding learning. | Open Roberta Lab is an online programming environment for robots and microcontrollers, aimed at helping people learn programming. |
mBlock plans
- mBlock 5Free
- mBlockFree
Open Roberta Lab plans
- FreeFree
Pick mBlock if…
It suits educators, students, makers, and kids learning coding through robotics, STEM projects, games, or animations. Users planning device programming in Python should note the CyberPi restriction.
Pick Open Roberta Lab if…
It suits learners and educators exploring block-based programming with robots or microcontrollers. The simulator also makes it an option when physical hardware is not available.