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When it comes to robot pets, the first thing that comes to mind might be robot dogs or robot cats. But these wonderful unicorns tell us that technology is best when it’s used innovatively, and in this case, it brings the magical creatures you used to only dream of alive.
Here are some of our top picks!
UBTECH Unicornbot Building & Coding Stem Learning KitThe UBTECH Unicornbot gets a perfect score across all criteria because of its ability to make playtime educational yet enjoyable. | Thames & Kosmos Robot Unicorn Building KitThe Thames & Kosmos DIY set promotes STEM with loads of amusement thanks to its components and creative storybook manual. | FurReal StarLily My Magical UnicornThe FurReal StarLily is adorable and magical. It’s interactive making it perfect for those who enjoy games and cuddles. |
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Bots have been shown to enhance brain function and the UBTECH Unicornbot takes it to another level. Featuring no less than 440 snap-together parts and a smartphone app, this bot may just awaken any child’s love for coding.
Through Blockly, anyone can discover the basics of programming and engineering. You can choose which sensors and actions produce a response, such as posing, playing, and moving forward or backward.
As if that’s not cool enough, you can even select what color your light-up horn will be.
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✔️ Introduces the basics of programming ✔️ Building and customizable ✔️ Affordable ✔️ Comes with a free app ✔️ Perfect for girls and boys | ✖️ May require the help of an adult |
This is the perfect bot for individuals ages 5 to 7 who are still in the process of developing their fine motor skills.
With large cubic building blocks and components, this will encourage individuals to play and learn at the same time. It’s a classic example of a bot that’s both cool and educational.
We’re also giving our review on this DIY set a positive score because of its storybook manual. The instruction book is crafted like a storybook with bright colors and stunning pictures that make it not only easy to comprehend but engaging as the child learns about the adventures of all the different characters — talk about creativity at work!
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✔️ Comes with different animals ✔️ Unique storybook-style manual ✔️ Affordable | ✖️ Small pieces may be a choking hazard |
Out of all the bots on our list, the FurReal StarLily is the only one that is soft and fluffy. This interactive plush pet is perfect for those whose idea of happiness is getting hugs and cuddles.
Just like the magical creatures, the FurReal StarLily lives up to its name with its awesome and wonderful features. It can respond to one’s voice and touch and has 100 sound-and-motion combinations.
The cute and cuddly appearance of the FurReal StarLily will also make the whole family swoon. Watch as StarLily flutters its wings, moves its hoofs, lights up its horn in different colors, and strikes poses with its moving front legs. It can even be posed to sit, stand, and lie down.
StarLily is a pet that trudges along and follows one’s commands. It dances and sings by making special sounds.
After all the fun and games, you can pet or feed it some sugarberry (a treat that’s included upon purchase) to get its “health” and energy back up. Make sure that StarLily also maintains its beautiful hair by giving it a brush now and then.
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✔️ Has various commands ✔️ Can dance and pose ✔️ Soft plushie ✔️ Horn lights up | ✖️ Expensive |
We all know it’s hard to resist a pet with large, lovable eyes. But the Build-A-Bot is not only adorable — it’s also educational. You can explore making bots through the challenging click-and-create pieces and watch as you bring the Build-A-Bot together.
You can use a magnetic accessory to unlock all sorts of movements, tricks, and poses. You can even try clapping your hands and the bot will respond. Surely, this Build-A-Bot can march into anyone’s heart.
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✔️ Teaches basic STEM ✔️ Click-and-create buildable bot ✔️ Adorable appearance ✔️ Responds to clapping | ✖️ Limited interactive features |
With the Little Live Pets Sparkles, you can score an awesome robo-pet that does not only walk but can glow and dance as well.
You can also groom and feed Sparkles. You can brush its mane, give it a cupcake, or stay beside it. It’s a miniature bot that moves to your commands!
It also makes cute neighs whenever it trots. Don’t worry about the noise though, as Sparkles is one pet that knows how to tone it down.
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✔️ Interactive and fun ✔️ Dances, sings, and neighs ✔️ Affectionate ✔️ Horn can light up and glow | ✖️ Material is not very durable |
The Power Your Fun Robo Pets Unicorn Toy is a delightful blend of interactive fun and educational value, making it a standout choice for individuals aged 3 and up.
This charming bot responds to simple hand gestures, allowing individuals to guide it to walk and perform various actions. In Gesture Mode, you can direct its movements with a wave of one hand, while Adventure Mode lets the unicorn navigate a room autonomously, providing endless entertainment.
Additionally, this bot comes with programmable “treats” that teach basic coding skills; by feeding these treats to the unicorn, you can make sequences of movements, enhancing their understanding of programming concepts.
Its vibrant colors and LED eyes light up adding to its visual appeal, capturing one’s attention and stimulating imagination. The inclusion of a rechargeable battery ensures that the fun can continue with minimal downtime, and the provided comb allows you to groom it, adding a nurturing aspect to the experience.
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✔️ Interactive hand gesture controls ✔️ Adventure mode ✔️ Programmable treats for basic coding skills ✔️ Cute design | ✖️ Remote control requires separate AAA batteries |
Common skill sets will be honing fine motor skills if it is a DIY. It can also aid mechanical engineering and programming skills, especially if you can program certain codes and traits directly into the model. One can also pick up visual-spatial skills, reasoning, and concept development skills
There are a lot more skills and benefits robot pets can offer not just to kids, but also to seniors. Truly, these bots can upgrade the health and lives of many hence, the positive reviews and love around the world.
Our top pick is the UBTECH Unicornbot because of its overall functionality and quality. While it may not be as cuddly as one would think, this buildable bot will entertain, challenge, and educate a kid in a single session.
Outside of the ones on this list, is the HamburBaby Robot Pet Remote Control Unicorn Toy, a pink magical pet with singing, dancing, and neighing magic skills. With the help of a remote control, you can command the HamburBaby to do all sorts of tricks like dance, play music, walk, and more. The HamburBaby has a silent mode so your kid can continue to have fun for hours while giving you uninterrupted sleep or alone time.
How do you turn robot pet unicorns on?
Turning on your robopets will vary depending on the model you have. There are models that will have a switch while there are those that would need a remote control to be pressed. Instructions on how to turn them on should be included in the manual or box upon purchase.
We also recommend if the manufacturer’s website has any posts on how to turn on and use your robopets.
Introduce some enchantment into playtime with each of these beautiful and magical bots. Whether your kid is into fairytales and spellbinding beings or is simply curious about how bots work, each of these magical unicorn robot toys in the list can make for a fun and educational experience.
Satisfy your child’s curiosity with the UBTECH Unicornbot, a buildable bot that allows your child to program different poses, light-up horn colors, and more by discovering the basics of coding through an app.
Some of the product’s awards include the Tillywig 2018 Brain Child Award, CES 2017 Innovation Awards honoree, IFA Awards 2015 Best of Show, and more. No wonder this bot has racked up so many positive reviews!
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