The Best Of The Best Robots 2017

With thousands of robots out there, it might be hard to navigate among the different products and find the best one for you. That's why all the RobotShop experts have gathered for you this list of the best of the best robots.

On a budget and looking for more affordable suggestions? We got you covered with our guide The Best Robots on a Budget 2017

Looking for something more specific? Don't forget to check out our other Gift and Best of Guides: The Best Vacuum Robots 2017, The Best Robotics Learning Kit 2017, The Best Drones 2017, The Best Microcontrollers 2017, and The Best Robot Building Kit 2017.

Also take a look at our Top 5 Best Robots for your Home 2017, Top 5 Best Robots for School 2017, Top 5 Best Robots Toys 2017, and Top 5 Best Robots for Kids 2017.

Who is this for?

If you want the best products out there, with the best quality for the best price, then our selection below is for you.

Why should you trust us?

At RobotShop we've been among the pioneers of robotics. With about 15 years of experience of selling robotics, we're among the few unbiased experts in the world when it comes to robotics products and which ones are the best.

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The best robot for the Home - Litter-Robot III Open Air Automatic Self-Cleaning Litter Box

The Litter-Robot III Open Air Automatic Self-Cleaning Litter Box makes cat ownership easier every day. It is the first major revision to the highly successful Litter-Robot platform. The larger, more ergonomic entry and litter chamber along with the new self-adjusting cat sensor accommodate all cats, large and small. It sifts clumps and waste out of the litter seven minutes after a cat uses it and drops the waste into a receptacle drawer for easy disposal. Our team's verdict: One of our best-selling products that has been adopted by thousands of cat-owners all around the world. Say goodbye to scooping chores and smells today.

The best robot for School - MakeBlock mBot v1.1 Blue STEM

The default program of MakeBlock mBot v1.1 Blue STEM Educational Programmable Robot (2.4G) is an all-in-one solution to enjoy the hands-on experience of programming, electronics, and robotics. Working with mBlock inspired by Scratch 2.0, connecting with computers or smart devices via 2.4G (by different version), this easy-to-assemble mBot provides infinite possibilities for you to learn STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics). Our team's verdict: The mBot is a great learning tool that has already inspired thousands of students. It offers a complete solution to initiate pupils to robotics.

The best robot Toy - Ozobot 2.0 Bit Starter Pack

The Ozobot 2.0 Bit Starter Pack (Cool Blue) blends coding and creativity in endless fun experiences. Bit uses optical sensors to read lines and OzoCodes—short color code sequences—that you draw with markers and paper. Use OzoCodes to command the bot to speed up, slow down, spin and more to complete mazes and challenges. The Starter Pack includes all of the necessary tools to ignite imaginations in ages 6 and up. Whatever your child can dream up, Ozobot Bit can do! Our team's verdict: The Ozobot has been a best-selling product for years and has amazed thousands of kids (and adults). The only limit with Ozobot is your imagination.

The best robot for Kids - Hatchimals Surprise – Giraven

Hatchimals Surprise – Giraven are finally here and they have an unEGG-spected treat in store for you! For the first time ever, you can hatch TWO adorable Hatchimals! These loveable twins are hidden inside a magical speckled egg. Use your love and care to help them hatch! Hold and play with your egg and the Hatchimals inside will make delightful sounds that tell you how they feel! When its time to hatch, you’ll see rainbow eyes! Our team's verdict: Hatchimals were the top-selling toys for the Holidays in 2016 and are beloved companions.

The best vacuum robot - Neato Botvac Connected Robot Vacuum Cleaner

The Neato Botvac Connected Robot Vacuum Cleaner has a patented laser-guided technology scans and maps the room, plans, and methodically cleans, automatically moving from room to room. The robot can be paired with a home Wi-Fi network and the Neato app, to remotely set up a regular vacuuming schedule, start a full house or spot clean, stop or pause the robot and get instant notifications about the status of the vacuuming run. Our team's verdict: The Neato robots are the best vacuum robots. Their design and features are the best you can find today. This model also comes with full-fledged remote control from a compatible smartphone.

The best robotics learning kit - littleBits Gizmos & Gadgets Kit 2nd Edition

The littlebits Gizmos & Gadgets Kit 2nd Edition is the ultimate invention toolbox. Motors, wheels, lights, switches, servos, buzzers, even the tools to build a remote control – snap it all together to spark creativity and fun. Want to invent a remote control racecar? Do it. Create an automatic bubble blowing device? Go for it! Make a wireless doorbell, a bumper ball game, even a mischief machine to scare the pants off friends and family. Start with step-by-step instructions for 16 inventions, then break out of the box and hack your world for fun. Start inventing the minute you open the box. The Gizmos & Gadgets Kit comes with 15 electronic building blocks, a detailed instruction handbook, and all the accessories and tools you need to unleash the inventor within. Create, play, remix, then share your creations with the world. Need some inspiration? Check out the thousands of inventions on the community pages and the free littleBits app. Our team's verdict: littleBits' products are among the best robotics products for kids and this one is no exception. This is the best robotics learning kit in the market and offers limitless applications and inventions. It can truly help you develop skills for careers that haven't been invented yet.

The best drone - MakeBlock Airblock Modular Hexacopter Drone

The MakeBlock Airblock Modular Hexacopter Drone is an easy to assemble modular and programmable drone. It can be transformed among multiple forms like a drone, a hovercraft, integrated to a Lego construction or attached with everyday objects. With graphic software, Airblock inspires creative ways to play. Block assembly is simple and quick. This well-designed Plug & Play uses magnetic connections, perfect for creative transformation and infinite fun. Airblock's main control module comes with three integrated LED lights (color and brightness are individually controllable), a barometer for altitude sensing, an ultrasonic sensor for distance measuring, a gyroscope (measuring and maintaining orientation), and a Bluetooth module for connectivity. Our team's verdict: This modular drone offers a great assembling experience and an even greater flying experience.

The best Microcontroller - Arduino Uno R3 USB Microcontroller

The Arduino Uno is a microcontroller board based on the ATmega328 microchip. It has 14 digital input/output pins (of which 6 can be used as PWM outputs), 6 analog inputs, a 16 MHz crystal oscillator, a USB connection, a power jack, an ICSP header, and a reset button. It contains everything needed to support the microcontroller; simply connect it to a computer with a 1.5m USB Cable Type A to B or power it with an Wall Adapter Power Supply - 9VDC 650mA or DFRobot 7.4V Lipo 2500mAh Battery (Arduino Power Jack) to get started. The Arduino Uno differs from all preceding boards in that it does not use the FTDI USB-to-serial driver chip. Instead, it features the Atmega16U2 programmed as a USB-to-serial converter. "Uno" means one in Italian and is named to mark the upcoming release of Arduino 1.0. The Uno and version 1.0 will be the reference versions of Arduino, moving forward. The Uno is the latest in a series of USB Arduino boards, and the reference model for the Arduino platform. Our team's verdict: This microcontroller has been one of our top-selling products and it's not without reasons! It's powerful, versatile, reliable, and offers the best bang for the bucks.

The best robotic building kit - littleBits Droid Inventor Kit

With the LittleBits Droid Inventor Kit, kids can create their own custom Droid™ and bring it to life! Using littleBits electronic blocks and the free Droid Inventor app, they’ll teach their R2 Unit new tricks and take it on 16+ missions. Then kids can level-up their inventor expertise and reconfigure their Droid to give it new skills, or design any Droid they can dream up. The kit comes with everything kids need to create and customize their R2 Unit straight out of the box. Initial assembly is easy with step-by-step instructions to create their Droid, and control it in Drive Mode, Self-Nav, Force™ Mode, and more. After mastering their Droid Inventor skills, kids continue on to challenges that spark creativity and get them inventing brand-new Droids. Our team's verdict: We've fell in love with the Droid Inventor Kit since the first day we saw it. We've made an unboxing and review video that you can see here. It's an amazing kit for kids (or giant kids calling themselves "adults").'>