Elenco Teach Tech “Zivko The Robot”, Interactive A/I Capable Robot with Infrared Sensor, STEM Learning Toys for Kids 10+, includes Assembly Parts

It took about 3-4 hours and you have to be gentle with the pieces. Steps are easy to follow and my 6 year old was able to do 90% of the build himself. We helped with the screws and little things like that. you are literally building a robot so it’s not gonna be a 5 minute build lol. It seems a lot of the complaints are from people not wanting to take the time to actually build the robot. This is an introduction to AI and should be met with patience and kindness towards the parts of the robot and your kid. Give urself some grace to, just because it’s for 10 year olds doesn’t mean it will be easy or fast. 💖

I thought I was purchasing a robot that would come in a box, and all I'd have to do is turn it in, but that's not true. You literally have to put the whole thing together. 4 AAA batteries are needed, they are not included. The instructions are extremely clear, no words just pictures. You will need a very tiny Phillips head screwdriver, like the ones that come in an eye glass repair kit. It says you'll need a diagonal cutter for trimming the burrs off, but I didn't need them. I just chewed them off. If you're able to follow directions pretty well, then it should be fairly easy. All the parts are lettered and numbered. DO NOT CUT THE PLASTIC PARTS IN ADVANCE, because you won't be able to identify the parts when it comes time to use them. When you get to step 2 there will be a tiny gap after installing the motor with connecter (part P13) don't worry that it's not 100% flush. I did that part twice because I thought I messed up, but I didn't.

The Elenco Teach Tech - Zivko The Robot is a fantastic addition to the world of STEM learning toys for kids aged 10 and above. This interactive and A/I capable robot provides an engaging assembly experience that combines education with fun.The assembly process, while a bit time-consuming, proved to be an enjoyable challenge. It not only encourages hands-on learning but also develops patience and problem-solving skills. However, it's worth noting that this may not be suitable for those lacking the patience to assemble such items.Once assembled, Zivko's infrared sensor capabilities add an interactive element that sparks curiosity. The robot responds to its surroundings, creating an immersive play experience. It's a clever way to introduce kids to basic principles of robotics and artificial intelligence in an accessible and enjoyable manner.On the downside, the need for 4 AAA batteries (not included) may catch some by surprise. It's advisable to have them on hand before beginning the assembly process to avoid any interruptions in the excitement.Overall, the Elenco Teach Tech - Zivko The Robot is a good product that successfully merges education and play. It's an ideal choice for kids with an interest in STEM subjects and a willingness to engage in the assembly process. While I wouldn't recommend it for those who lack patience for assembling such items, for the right audience, it provides a valuable and entertaining learning experience.

SCAM! A PIECE OF GARBAGE!The instructions are unclear, as a result my robot is ruined. They don’t offer refunds if you mess up. It’s a waste of money. Finding a broken/ replaceable part may take up forever to mail at your house

Wen't together pretty well, worked in the end. Good learning exp for my daughter.

I wouldn’t call it giftable unless the person you’re gifting it to has an extreme amount of patience. This was a drunk purchase, and when it arrived I spent two days assembling it. The trick is not to break the pieces until the instructions require them to.The instructions were okay up until the end when it comes to attaching the legs to the actual head of the robot. The instructions aren’t clear on which side of a rather large plastic piece is supposed to be fitted. The instructions also could do a better job of explaining how lose or how tight a screw should be, as once I finished my robot, he was barely able to scuttle forward. This is basic robotics, and if an adult can’t make it, how can a young kid be expected to?Also, this is a loud toy. So loud it scared my pets, and it’s not even a cute robot noise loud, it’s like trashcans colliding loud.Since I have built him, I haven’t turned him on a third time, because I feel for his pain.

After reading some of the negative reviews before purchasing this for a fun project with my 9 year old I was a little skeptical of getting this, however, I was surprised by the detail of the instructions and the ease of installation along with the quality of parts for the price.It is definitely a parent child project as my 9 year old wouldn't have been able to do it themself, but after a few hours it worked great the motion sensors work very well. The sound level of the robot is not near as loud as some of the reviews made it seem to be.For the price, it is a great value. Make sure you have small wire cutters as you will need them to cut out the parts and remove the burrs.

A lot of fun putting it together, it walks around the living room, avoids obstacles, follows if you put it in follow mode. Real Christmas hit. Highly recommend if you like building things with your kids, my five year old loves it.