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Marty

Robotical

“The class clown of coding education”

Can stand in for

Coding instructor for children · STEM classroom assistant · Introduction-to-robotics tutor

Strength 10
Dexterity 25
Autonomy 40
Empathy 65
IQ 50
How we rate our robots

Each robot is scored from 0 to 100 on five traits, based on its real specs. When in doubt we score low, never flattering.

  • Strength — Lifting capacity, payload and raw power — how heavy a load it can handle.
  • Dexterity — Fine motor skills: hands, manipulation precision and speed of movement.
  • Autonomy — How long and how independently it runs — battery life and self-direction.
  • Empathy — Social & emotional skills: voice, expressions and interaction with people.
  • IQ — On-board intelligence: perception, reasoning and ability to learn.

If it were human

“Like a patient, slightly wobbly supply teacher who makes every kid laugh while secretly teaching them Python.”

Marty is a small, walking humanoid robot designed and built by Robotical, a company based in Scotland. Built from the ground up for the classroom, Marty is aimed at children who are just beginning to explore the world of coding and robotics — no engineering degree required, no intimidating interface in sight.

Marty’s real talent is making programming tangible and fun. Children can write code that makes Marty actually walk, dance, wave, and react, turning abstract lines of syntax into visible, giggling-inducing results. Supported programming environments range from block-based beginner tools all the way up to Python, meaning Marty grows alongside its students rather than becoming obsolete when they level up.

What sets Marty apart from a screen-based coding game is its physical presence. When a child’s code makes Marty wobble across a desk or trip over its own feet, the lesson sticks. It is clumsy by design, approachable by nature, and genuinely engaging for the age group it serves. Teachers appreciate it for its classroom-ready reliability; kids appreciate it because it is, frankly, adorable.

At the adoption agency, Marty is our go-to recommendation for schools, after-school clubs, or any household with a curious child aged 8 and up. It is not here to replace the teacher — it is here to make the teacher’s life a little more fun.

Tech sheet

Creator
Robotical
Country
United Kingdom
Type
Humanoid
Status
Available
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Features
  • Bipedal
  • Walking
  • Programmable
  • Educational

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Marty robot?

Marty is a small walking humanoid robot made by Robotical, a Scottish company. It is designed specifically to help children learn to code through hands-on, physical interaction.

What can the Marty robot do?

Marty can walk, dance, wave, and perform movements programmed by its users. Children write code that directly controls its behaviour, making it an ideal practical tool for learning programming concepts.

Who makes the Marty robot, and where is it from?

Marty is made by Robotical, a company based in Scotland in the United Kingdom. It was developed with educational use in classrooms and STEM programmes in mind.

What programming languages does the Marty robot support?

Marty supports multiple levels of programming, from beginner block-based coding environments up to Python. This range makes it suitable for children at different stages of their coding journey.

What age group is the Marty robot designed for?

Marty is primarily designed for children, typically from around age 8 upwards. It is used in primary and secondary school classrooms as well as coding clubs and home learning environments.