The ELECFREAKS Cutebot is a rear-wheel drive smart robot car for BBC micro:bit, powered by dual high-speed motors. Packed with built-in sensors including an ultrasonic distance sensor, two line-tracking sensors, RGB LED headlights, rainbow underglow LEDs, and an active buzzer horn, it’s ready for robotics projects straight out of the box.

Assemble in just 20 seconds and start programming with MakeCode, Microblocks, or Python. With multiple remote control options via Bluetooth, IR receiver, or joystick, plus rich expansion accessories, the Cutebot grows with your coding skills.

Key Features

• Dual High-Speed Motors Fully enclosed gear motors for agile rear-wheel drive movement
• Line Tracking Sensors Left (P13) and right (P14) IR sensors for following tracks
• RGB Headlights Programmable colour LED headlights
• Rainbow LED Underglow Addressable LEDs on P15 for lighting effects
• Ultrasonic Port HC-SR04 compatible interface for distance sensing
• IR Receiver Module Built-in for infrared remote control
• I2C Interface Connect additional sensors and modules
• IO Expansion Ports Extend with servos, sensors, and DIY accessories
• Active Buzzer Built-in horn for sound effects
• 20-Second Assembly Quick-start design, no tools required

Remote Control Options

• Bluetooth via micro:bit wireless
• Infrared (IR) remote control
• Joystick controller (sold separately)

Programming Support

• Microsoft MakeCode (block-based)
• Microblocks
• Python

Ideal For

• STEM education and robotics classes
• Learning to code with visual block programming
• Line-following robot challenges
• Obstacle avoidance projects
• Remote-controlled car projects

Specifications

• Drive: Rear-wheel drive, dual enclosed motors
• Tracking Sensors: Left (P13), Right (P14)
• LED Control: Rainbow LED on P15
• Interfaces: I2C, HC-SR04 ultrasonic, IO expansion ports
• Power: 3 AAA batteries (not included)
• Certifications: CE, RoHS, FCC

Package Contents

• 1 Cutebot robot car

Resources

• Cuteb