mBlock

Free#5 of 26 in Robotics Education Software

mBlock: A broad free platform for block-to-Python robotics education across classroom and mobile environments. Ranked #5 of 26 in Robotics Education Software by our editors (8.9/10); pricing: Free plan; best for broad, free classroom robotics projects.

8.9/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
8.9 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Broad, free classroom robotics projects
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Founded
2013
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Block-based coding can transition directly to Python.
- Supports robotics, AI, IoT, games and animation projects.
- Includes curriculum resources and Google Classroom homework management.
Where it doesn't
- Simulation is outside the platform's stated focus.
- Classroom integration is centered on Google Classroom.
- Learners outside robotics, STEM and programming may find its scope specialized.

Our verdict on mBlock

mBlock 5 is a free, open-source coding platform for robotics, STEM and programming education. Built around Scratch 3.0-based block programming, it also supports a one-click transition to Python, making it suitable for mixed learner levels. Educators, students, makers and children can use it for robotics programming, AI and IoT projects, games and animations. The platform supports web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android, with Chromebook support included in its category coverage.

The Free plan costs $0 and includes block-based programming, Python programming, robotics programming, and AI and IoT features. Its classroom scope extends beyond coding through curriculum, lesson-plan and textbook resources, plus homework upload and management with Google Classroom integration. That combination makes mBlock a practical fit for teachers who want instructional materials and assignment workflows alongside project creation, particularly where Google Classroom already anchors classroom administration.

Breadth is the main reason to choose mBlock. It supports Makeblock robots including CyberPi, mBot Neo/mBot2, mBot, mBot Ranger, Ultimate 2.0, mBot Mega, mTiny, Codey Rocky and xLight, while also supporting open-resource hardware. A global project-sharing community adds a way to publish and explore work. The trade-off is focus: simulation is outside the platform's stated scope, and classroom connectivity is centered on Google Classroom. Choose mBlock for broad, free robotics education across coding modes, devices and project types; choose an alternative if simulation-first instruction or wider classroom-platform connectivity is the priority.

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mBlock pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

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mBlock fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Robot simulator	Not verified
Coding modes	Block_and_text
Classroom tools	Yes
Curriculum library	Yes
Supported robots	CyberPi, mBot Neo/mBot2, mBot, mBot Ranger, Ultimate 2.0, mBot Mega, mTiny, Codey Rocky, xLight
Learner level	Mixed
Supported platforms	Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook, iOS, Android
Deployment	Desktop, Mobile
Platforms	Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support	Email, Community, Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate)
Integrations	1 integrations: Google Classroom
Pricing	Free plan (source)
Website	makeblock.com
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

mBlock integrations

mBlock lists 1 integrations on its own site.

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