Makeblock says Codey Rocky works with mBlock 5 using block-based programming and Python.
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Makeblock Codey Rocky
A beginner coding robot with a moving base and sensors. It suits guided lessons and play; a compatible device and useful activities matter more than robot tricks.
ComputeESP32 dual-core 240 MHz.Manufacturer source
Battery3.7 V, 950 mAh; one to two hours use and about 1.5 hours charging.Manufacturer source
ConnectivityUSB, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.Manufacturer source
ProgrammingBlock coding and Python.Manufacturer source
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Complete one documented learning activity
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Change one permitted setting and repeat the activity
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What the evidence supports.
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Capability
What can it actually do?
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Could you use it in real life?
Intended use: Introductory coding and sensor response. Dependable everyday use has not been established by the evidence reviewed. Assess whether a learner can run and change activities. Recognition features are not evidence of learning outcomes.
Read the source-based assessmentA clear limit
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02 / Can it actually do it?
The claims, with their context.
The wording below keeps each source’s limits. A demonstration, a maker’s claim and a repeatable real-world result are different things.
The 2023 beginner guide lists Codey, Rocky, a lanyard, eight colour cards, a name sticker and a micro USB cable. Confirm contents against the specific offer.
Source 1The maker describes sound and light sensing on Codey and colour and proximity sensing on Rocky.
Source 1Makeblock says Codey can run programmed sound and display commands on its own, whereas the Rocky chassis needs Codey. Its historical FAQ says the robot lacks a voice-recognition module; voice control requires a separate Neuron speech-recognition module. Confirm current compatibility and accessories.
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Specifications and configuration
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| Item | Documented detail | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Programming | Makeblock says Codey Rocky works with mBlock 5 using block-based programming and Python. | Source 1 |
| Sensors | The maker describes sound and light sensing on Codey and colour and proximity sensing on Rocky. | Source 1 |
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ESP32 dual-core 240 MHz.
Manufacturer source3.7 V, 950 mAh; one to two hours use and about 1.5 hours charging.
Manufacturer sourceUSB, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
Manufacturer sourceBlock coding and Python.
Manufacturer sourceColour, light, sound, gyroscope, accelerometer and infrared functions.
Manufacturer sourceThe exact model and configuration
The exact model
Meet Makeblock Codey Rocky
Makeblock describes Codey as the programmable unit and Rocky as the moving chassis. Check the actual kit and app version before comparing an offer.
Further assessment notes
Setup, support and daily use
04 / Living with it
Right robot, right expectations.
What ownership could involve
Check a suitable device and mBlock access before purchase, then allow time for charging and adult setup. Keep colour cards together and assess whether children can move from a guided activity to changing a programme themselves. Regional warranty, battery service and replacement parts remain unverified. For a useful first lesson, ask the learner to predict a movement, run it and explain a mismatch before changing the code. Record the assistance required rather than attributing the adult’s debugging to the robot. Sound-level sensing should not be described as understanding spoken instructions. Compare the handheld Codey activity with the same programme on the Rocky chassis: the moving assembly adds physical testing and floor-space requirements. Current purchasing and service eligibility must be checked for the intended country.
Support, software and repairs
Confirm compatibility with the current Makeblock software and your computer or tablet. Battery duration depends on movement and accessories. Use the maker’s safety instructions and authorised charging equipment; a classroom programming product still needs adult supervision. Regional warranty, spare parts and repair arrangements should be agreed with the seller.
Questions still open
What needs checking before you decide.
- Maker claims are not independent evidence of reliable line following or obstacle avoidance.
- No assessed learning outcomes, battery endurance or repair route.
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Codey Rocky - Coding Companion for Primary Education
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03 / Recorded evidence
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- support.makeblock.com Source checked 2026-10-27
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support.makeblock.com
FAQs 4 and 6
Source checked 2026-10-29 - Manufacturer specifications and support Source checked 2026-10-31
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Source checked 2026-10-31
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