iRobot® Root Coding Robot School Pack (RT605) is a comprehensive classroom solution designed to bring coding, robotics, and STEM learning to life for students of all skill levels. This 30-robot bundle is ideal for schools, makerspaces, and coding labs, providing everything needed for hands-on, interactive learning. With intuitive programming, multi-level coding progression, and engaging real-world robot interactions, Root transforms abstract coding concepts into tangible experiences that build critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
🤖 Key Features
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Complete 30-Robot Classroom Pack: Includes 30 Root® coding robots for collaborative or 1:1 student learning environments.
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Three Progressive Coding Levels: Supports graphical (drag-and-drop), hybrid, and full-text coding (including Python concepts), allowing students to grow their skills over time. :
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Interactive Hands-On Learning: Students program robots to move, draw, detect colors, respond to touch, and interact with their environment in real time.
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Cross-Platform Compatibility: Works with iOS, Android, Chrome OS, Windows, and macOS devices via the iRobot Coding App or web platform.
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Magnetic Surface Navigation: Robots can drive on vertical whiteboards using built-in magnets for advanced learning and demonstrations (RT1 model capability).
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Draw & Erase Functionality: Programmable marker system allows robots to draw and erase on whiteboard surfaces for creative coding projects.
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Advanced Sensors & Feedback: Includes color sensors, touch sensors, bumpers, accelerometer, and light sensors for responsive programming.
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Bluetooth® Connectivity: Controlled wirelessly via Bluetooth Low Energy for seamless classroom integration.
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Rechargeable Battery: Built-in Li-Ion battery with USB-C charging for reliable daily classroom use.
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Comprehensive Curriculum Included: Includes Level 1 curriculum guide with 30 lessons and 20+ projects covering coding fundamentals and robotics concepts.
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Root Academy License: School license supports up to 1,000 devices for expanded classroom access.
🔌 Device Compatibility
Compatible with most modern classroom devices and operating systems:
- iPads, iPhones (iOS devices)
- Android tablets and smartphones
- Chromebooks and Chrome OS devices
- Windows and macOS computers
- Web-based access via browser (code.irobot.com)
📦 What’s Included
- 30 × Root® Coding Robots (RT605 / RT1)
- 30 × USB charging cables
- 30 × fold-out whiteboard grids
- 30 × vinyl cling activity packs
- 60 × dry erase markers
- 30 × cleaning cloths
- Printable Level 1 curriculum guide (30 lessons, 20+ projects)
- Root Academy license (up to 1,000 devices)
📦 Technical Specifications
| Feature |
Details |
| Brand |
iRobot® |
| Model |
RT605 School Pack |
| Quantity |
30 Robots |
| Coding Levels |
Graphical, Hybrid, Full Text (Python-based) |
| Connectivity |
Bluetooth® Low Energy |
| Charging |
USB-C rechargeable battery |
| Sensors |
Color sensors, touch sensors, bumpers, accelerometer, light sensors |
| Movement |
2-wheel drive with encoder control |
| Max Speed |
Approx. 10 cm/sec |
| Educational Coverage |
Coding, robotics, STEM, problem solving |
| Recommended Grades |
K–12 (scalable difficulty levels) |
📚 Ideal For
- STEM, STEAM, and computer science classrooms
- 1:1 device schools and coding programs
- Makerspaces and innovation labs
- After-school robotics clubs
- Elementary through high school coding curriculum
- Project-based and experiential learning environments
Empower students to code, create, and innovate. The iRobot® Root Coding Robot School Pack delivers a scalable, engaging robotics platform that grows with learners — making it one of the most versatile and future-ready STEM solutions for modern classrooms.