--- product_id: 633308282 title: "Thames & Kosmos Hero: Sound-Sensing Robot STEM Experiment Kit, Build a Robot That Reacts to Sounds, Explore Engineering, Sound Technology, Spatial Hearing, Quality Screen-Free, Educational Play" brand: "thames & kosmos" price: "R1895" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Thames & Kosmos" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/633308282-thames-and-kosmos-hero-sound-sensing-robot-stem-experiment-kit store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 3 directional microphones for sound sensing 52-page full-color manual for guided STEM learning 2 motors for dynamic movement Thames & Kosmos Hero: Sound-Sensing Robot STEM Experiment Kit, Build a Robot That Reacts to Sounds, Explore Engineering, Sound Technology, Spatial Hearing, Quality Screen-Free, Educational Play **Brand:** thames & kosmos **Price:** R1895 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ€– Make noise, make movesβ€”build the future of play today! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Thames & Kosmos Hero: Sound-Sensing Robot STEM Experiment Kit, Build a Robot That Reacts to Sounds, Explore Engineering, Sound Technology, Spatial Hearing, Quality Screen-Free, Educational Play by thames & kosmos - **How much does it cost?** R1895 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/633308282-thames-and-kosmos-hero-sound-sensing-robot-stem-experiment-kit) ## Best For - thames & kosmos enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted thames & kosmos brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Hands-On STEM Mastery:** Build from 100+ parts to develop fine motor skills and engineering insight. - β€’ **Multi-Mode Engagement:** Four interactive play modes including follow, dance, and tug-of-war for endless fun. - β€’ **Creative Customization:** Personalize Hero with removable stickers and experiment with sound patterns using the castanet. - β€’ **Sound-Activated Robotics:** Control your robot with claps, snaps, or musicβ€”no screens needed! - β€’ **Award-Winning Educational Toy:** 2024 Toy Insider Top Holiday Toy blending play with critical thinking and problem solving. ## Overview The Thames & Kosmos Hero is a cutting-edge, screen-free STEM robot kit featuring 2 motors and 3 directional microphones that enable sound-responsive interaction. Designed for ages 8+, it offers four unique play modes and hands-on assembly from over 100 parts, fostering engineering skills, spatial hearing, and creative expression. Recognized as a 2024 Toy Insider Top Holiday Toy, Hero combines educational depth with engaging, interactive fun. ## Description Make some noise, Hero hears everything! Build a unique sound-sensing robot from over 100 parts and learn about engineering and sound technology as you play and experiment with your six-legged robot friend. Thanks to its three directional microphones, Hero perceives and reacts to sounds, allowing you to control it by clapping your hands, snapping your fingers, playing music, or using the included castanet. Activate Hero to follow you around, respond to specific series of sounds, join you in a dance party, or even challenge you to a wild game of tug-of-war! With four different play modes, Hero provides hours of open-ended play and exploration. Hero's innovative design includes movable arms that disappear into its spherical body and a giant, illuminated eye for making facial expressions. The full-color, 52-page manual guides you through step-by-step assembly and includes a comic-book-style story about your new robot companion! Review: My son enjoyed building it. It kept him engaged for hours until he finished it. Review: Horrible product. None of the parts stay in place spent the 2 days with my son trying to get it together just for it to barely move and prices popping apart. Watched the assembly videos many times ## Features - A build-it-yourself robot that combines high-tech, screen-free play with cool lessons on the science of sound. - Advanced robot design includes 2 motors and 3 microphones, allowing your robot to perceive and react to sounds you make! - Hands-on assembly develops fine motor skills and provides firsthand insight into the inner workings of robots; ideal for engineers ages 8+ with help, or 12+ for indpendent play - Four unique play modes offer engaging lessons in sound waves and spatial hearing: Activate Hero to follow you around, respond certain ways to specific series of sounds, dance to your favorite music, or challenge you to a game of tug-of-war! - Removable stickers give your robot a unique personality and encourage creativity, while the included castanet allows kids to experiment with different patterns of sounds. - A 2024 Toy Insider Top Holiday Toy ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0CRJNNQDF | | Assembly Required | Yes | | Batteries Included? | No | | Batteries Required? | Yes | | Color | White | | Customer Reviews | 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars (102) | | Date First Available | 1 May 2024 | | Educational Objective(s) | Critical Thinking, Logical Thinking, Problem Solving Skills, Reasoning Skills, STEM | | Item model number | 620398 | | Manufacturer recommended age | 8 years and up | | Material Type(s) | Plastic | | Number of Puzzle Pieces | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 25.4 x 11.94 x 27.94 cm; 725 g | | Radio Control Suitability | Educational play, Interactive entertainment | | Release date | 10 May 2024 | | tech_spec_battery_description_toys | Alkaline | ## Images ![Thames & Kosmos Hero: Sound-Sensing Robot STEM Experiment Kit, Build a Robot That Reacts to Sounds, Explore Engineering, Sound Technology, Spatial Hearing, Quality Screen-Free, Educational Play - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Zc--vkRZL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by K***R on 18 January 2026* My son enjoyed building it. It kept him engaged for hours until he finished it. ### ⭐ Review *by M***Y on 6 September 2025* Horrible product. None of the parts stay in place spent the 2 days with my son trying to get it together just for it to barely move and prices popping apart. Watched the assembly videos many times ### ⭐⭐ Review *by T***A on 8 March 2025* It turns on, it makes noises, it moves, it spins but it doesn't move from the spot you put it in or seem to sense sound. All of the legs keep unclipping and two of the legs aren't at the same level so they don't touch the floor. We can hear parts inside moving around and rotating but sometimes the robot itself doesn't move at all. The way some of this is put together is just not secure so I'm not sure if something came undone in the long process of putting it together or if we missed a step. I might take it apart and start at step one to see if there is anything I can do to fix it. It also took SO LONG to put it together. We used the YouTube video they provide a link to to put it together instead of the instructions. The video is about 38 minutes, but it took us so much longer since we had to stop to follow the instructions and put things together. Anyone who buys this is definitely going to need to set a couple of hours aside. Last thing I want to say is an adult should be there during assembly for kids under 10. There are some things that young kids will need help with and they have to be careful to put the pieces in the right way or they could end up with a dud. I gave it 2 stars instead of 1 since it does turn on, light up, and move, but this is such a big disappointment for a kid who loves robots. ## Frequently Bought Together - Thames & Kosmos Hero: Sound-Sensing Robot STEM Experiment Kit, Build a Robot That Reacts to Sounds, Explore Engineering, Sound Technology, Spatial Hearing, Quality Screen-Free, Educational Play - Thames & Kosmos Bionic Robotic Arm STEM Experiment Kit, Toy of The Year Finalist, Build a Mechanical Arm, No Batteries/Motors Required | Innovative System | Ages 10+ with Help, 14+ Independent Play - Thames & Kosmos Kai: The Artificial Intelligence Robot | Explore Machine Learning | Build an Innovative Smart Robot & Experiment with AI | App-Enabled for iOS & Android | Intro to AI for Kids --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/633308282-thames-and-kosmos-hero-sound-sensing-robot-stem-experiment-kit](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/633308282-thames-and-kosmos-hero-sound-sensing-robot-stem-experiment-kit) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-04-24*