Series 6.6
The original soldered kit. Lowest cost per student and the deepest hands-on electronics.
$27.25per robot in a class set of 24
- Students solder their own electronics
- Lowest price per robot
- Proven in NSW classrooms
The Arbot
The Arbot
Two kits. Same robot. Pick the build that suits your classroom.
Both Arbots run the same Arduino C++ base code and the same seven challenges. The difference is how they're built, and what that costs.
Series 7
Solderless. No soldering irons, faster builds, and fewer things to go wrong.
$47.50per robot in a class set of 24
- No soldering required
- Students reach the coding sooner
- Ideal for a first robotics unit
Side by side
What's actually different?
Short version: the Series 6.6 is soldered, the Series 7 isn't. Everything else follows from that.
Series 6.6
Series 7
Pricing
Individual kit
Series 6.6$44.95
Series 7$59.00
Class set (24 kits)
Series 6.6$654.00
Series 7$1,140.00
Per robot in a class set
Series 6.6$27.25
Series 7$47.50
Build
Soldering
Series 6.6Required — students solder their own connections
Series 7None — fully solderless
Tools needed
Series 6.6Soldering irons + standard TAS tools
Series 7Standard TAS tools only
Build time
Whole project: 2–3 weeks
Series 6.6Longer — allow extra lessons for soldering
Series 7Shorter — straight from build to code
Build faults to troubleshoot
Series 6.6More — dry joints and bridges happen
Series 7Fewer — less that can go wrong
Chassis
Student-built, glued with PVA — same on both
Learning
Electronics depth
Series 6.6Deeper — soldering, joints, fault-finding
Series 7Core concepts — polarity, switches, circuits
Programming
Text-based C++ in the Arduino IDE — same on both
Challenges
The same seven challenges, from 2 Metres to Autonomous
Best for
Series 6.6Year 9–10, electronics-focused classes, tight budgets
Series 7Year 7–8, first robotics unit, no soldering setup
Help me choose
Which Arbot is right for your class?
Four questions. No email required.
1Does your workshop have soldering irons and supervision for a full class?
2What matters more this term?
3Who's building it?
4How much class time can you give the build?
Answer 4 quick questions to get a recommendation.
We recommend
Series 6.6
You've got the setup and the time. Soldering gives students the deepest electronics experience, at the lowest price per robot.
Shop Series 6.6
We recommend
Series 7
Solderless means a faster, lower-risk build, so students get to the coding challenges sooner.
Shop Series 7
It's a close call
Either kit will work
If budget decides it, choose the Series 6.6. If build time decides it, choose the Series 7.
Series 6.6 Series 7
Whichever you choose
Both kits come with
Chassis and all electronics
Ultrasonic distance sensor
Step-by-step build instructions
Free Arduino C++ base code
Seven progressive coding challenges
Free training if you get stuck
Free shipping Australia-wide
Pay by invoice or purchase order
Satisfied-or-refunded guarantee
FAQ
Common questions
Do I need soldering experience to teach the Series 6.6?
It helps. If you're new to it we offer free training, or choose the Series 7 and skip soldering entirely.
Do both kits fit the NSW curriculum?
Yes. Both are designed for Stage 4/5 Technology and iSTEM, and run the same seven coding challenges.
Can we pay by purchase order?
Yes. Choose "Pay by invoice" at checkout and an invoice is emailed automatically. Verified schools ship straight away.
Can I buy one kit to try first?
Yes. Both are sold as individual kits, so you can build one yourself before ordering a class set.
How long does shipping take?
Shipping is free Australia-wide and usually takes 3–4 days, plus up to 2 days processing in busy periods.
Still not sure? Ask us.
Tell us your year group and workshop setup and we'll recommend a kit. Call +61 401 694 207 or email info@haynerobotics.com.au.