The best tool for learning coding, electronics and robotics just got an upgrade!
At around $30 the BBC micro:bit is affordable for all students enabling them to participate in the digital world!
Microbit teaches you to code using Microsoft MakeCode, Python, Javascript and Scratch!
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The BBC micro:bit is one of the world‘s smallest and most affordable programmable computers made for education. The BBC microbit is suitable for students and makers of all ages and abilities. It’s easy to use, affordable, robust, codable with Scratch, MakeCode, Javascript and Python, and can be easily extended with a huge range of kits and accessories. There’s not much you can’t make with a BBC micro:bit!
The new and improved BBC micro:bit V2.21 has some great new features including a microphone, speaker and touch sensitive logo, and useful improvements including power indicator, notched edge connector for easier use of alligator clips and a power off button. Features shared with the version 1 can be found below.
BBC micro:bit v2.21 |
BBC micro:bit v2.21 GO |
BBC micro:bit v2.21 EX |
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micro:bit v2.21 board | Yes | Yes | Yes |
USB cable | No | Yes (30cm) | Yes (100cm) |
Battery cage | No | Yes (without on/off switch) | Yes (with on/off switch) |
Batteries | No | 2x AAA | 4x AAA |
You can do a lot with a BBC microbit but you can do so much more when you combine it with a microbit project kit and accessories. We've carefully selected project kits and accessories from world leading manufactures including 4tronix, DF Robot, Elecfreaks, Kitronik, Monk Makes, Seeed and Sparkfun to create a one stop shop for you.
The BBC micro:bit has been developed and supported worldwide by the Micro:bit Educational Foundation whose aim is to “inspire every child to create their best digital future”. The micro:bit foundation in collaboration with educators around the world have created a strong, supportive community where teaches and educators have free access to lessons, projects and technical support.