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product_id: 632095592
title: "Hero: Sound Sensing Robot, Kids Science Kit, Learning Resources for Sound Waves and Spatial Hearing, STEM Toys for Science Experiments, Age 8+ with Help & Age 12+ Alone"
brand: "thames & kosmos"
price: "€ 83.33"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 6
category: "Thames & Kosmos"
url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/632095592-hero-sound-sensing-robot-kids-science-kit-learning-resources-sound
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# 4 interactive play modes Directional sound sensors 142 precision parts Hero: Sound Sensing Robot, Kids Science Kit, Learning Resources for Sound Waves and Spatial Hearing, STEM Toys for Science Experiments, Age 8+ with Help & Age 12+ Alone

**Brand:** thames & kosmos
**Price:** € 83.33
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🤖 Hear. Build. Conquer. The future of STEM play is sound-activated!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Hero: Sound Sensing Robot, Kids Science Kit, Learning Resources for Sound Waves and Spatial Hearing, STEM Toys for Science Experiments, Age 8+ with Help & Age 12+ Alone by thames & kosmos
- **How much does it cost?** € 83.33 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/632095592-hero-sound-sensing-robot-kids-science-kit-learning-resources-sound)

## 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

- • **Screen-Free STEM Immersion:** A 52-page comic-style manual guides kids 8+ (with help) and 12+ solo through hands-on science exploration.
- • **Engage with 4 Dynamic Modes:** From following you to tug-of-war challenges, each mode deepens your grasp of spatial hearing and sound waves.
- • **Expressive Mechanical Design:** Retractable arms and a glowing eye bring personality to STEM learning, blending engineering with fun.
- • **Master Sound-Driven Robotics:** Assemble 142 parts to build a robot that reacts to claps, snaps, and castanets with precision.
- • **Boost Critical Thinking & Auditory Skills:** Perfect for home or classroom, it cultivates engineering design, robotics, and sound tech expertise.

## Overview

The Thames & Kosmos Hero Sound Sensing Robot is a 142-piece STEM kit designed for kids 8+ (with help) and 12+ solo, teaching sound wave behavior and spatial hearing through interactive play. Featuring directional microphones, four play modes, and a mechanical design with retractable arms and an illuminated eye, it offers a screen-free, hands-on learning experience that boosts engineering and auditory skills.

## Description

Thames & Kosmos Hero: Sound Sensing Robot, Kids Science Kit, Learning Resources for Sound Waves and Spatial Hearing, STEM Toys for Science Experiments, Age 8+ with Help & Age 12+ Alone : desertcart.co.uk: Toys & Games

Review: Rather difficult to build. - He's pretty cool once assembled, functions well and is fun to play with but it really is quite difficult to remove all the pieces from the sprue and assemble them without damaging any parts and the tiny screws are quite hard to screw in (maybe my tiny screwdrivers just made it hard?) So I would say children of around 12 might be able to make it alone
Review: My son enjoyed building it. It kept him engaged for hours until he finished it.

## Features

- BUILD A SOUND-SENSING ROBOT: Assemble Hero from over 100 parts and discover how directional microphones and motors work together to detect and respond to sound—clap, snap, or use the included castanet to control your robot.
- FOUR INTERACTIVE PLAY MODES: Hero can follow you, locate sound sources, respond to audio commands, and even challenge you to a game of tug-of-war—each mode teaches principles of spatial hearing and sound wave behavior.
- INNOVATIVE DESIGN WITH MOVING PARTS: Features retractable arms, a spherical body, and a giant illuminated eye that displays expressions—blending mechanical engineering with playful personality.
- SUITABLE FOR AGES 8+ WITH HELP, 12+ SOLO: Guided by a full-colour, 52-page manual and comic-style story, Hero offers screen-free STEM learning for kids and teens—ideal for home, classroom, or science clubs.
- BOOSTS STEM & SOUND TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Encourages critical thinking, engineering design, and auditory exploration through hands-on experiments in robotics, acoustics, and spatial awareness.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CRJNNQDF |
| Age Range Description | 8+ |
| Animal Theme | Robot |
| Are Batteries Required | Yes |
| Best Sellers Rank | 178,159 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 1,782 in Educational Science Kits |
| Brand Name | Thames & Kosmos |
| Collection Name | Hero |
| Colour | White |
| Country Of Origin | Taiwan |
| Customer Reviews | 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars (112) |
| Edition | 2024 |
| Educational Objective | STEM |
| Finish Type | Matte |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00814743018556 |
| Included Components | 142 pieces, 4 experiments, 52 page manual |
| Inner Material | Plastic |
| Is Assembly Required | Yes |
| Is Autographed | No |
| Item Dimensions | 25.4 x 11.9 x 27.9 centimetres |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 28L x 12W x 25.4H centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Robot |
| Manufacturer | Thames & Kosmos |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 620398 |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Maximum Age Recommendation | 1199.0 |
| Minimum Age Recommendation | 96.0 |
| Model Name | 620398 |
| Model Number | 620398 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Number of Players | 1 |
| Occasion | educational |
| Operation Mode | Automatic |
| Outer Material | Plastic |
| Play Activity Location | Tabletop |
| Power Source | Batteries |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Educational play, Interactive entertainment |
| Scale | half-size |
| Set Name | Hero |
| Size | advanced |
| Special Features | Sound Sensing |
| Style | Modern |
| Supported Battery Types | Batteries required (type and quantity not specified) |
| Theme | Robotics |
| Toy Figure Type | Interactive Gaming Figure |
| UPC | 814743018556 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| character | Hero |

## Images

![Hero: Sound Sensing Robot, Kids Science Kit, Learning Resources for Sound Waves and Spatial Hearing, STEM Toys for Science Experiments, Age 8+ with Help & Age 12+ Alone - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Zc--vkRZL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rather difficult to build.
*by T***M on 30 December 2024*

He's pretty cool once assembled, functions well and is fun to play with but it really is quite difficult to remove all the pieces from the sprue and assemble them without damaging any parts and the tiny screws are quite hard to screw in (maybe my tiny screwdrivers just made it hard?) So I would say children of around 12 might be able to make it alone

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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 K***R on 18 February 2026*

Very disappointed. I got it as a Christmas present for my robot-obsessed son, but after hours of work putting it together, all it did was shake a bit and make noises while the legs popped off. I thought maybe my son had messed something up, so I rebuilt the legs (being super careful about the pieces, because the tabs are small and VERY delicate), but nope, no difference. So finally I tore the whole thing apart, thinking maybe something was wrong with the gear assembly--and again, after carefully reassembling the stupid thing, still just shaking in place. Now the piece of junk is in the trash and I'm here writing this review just to complain about the hours of my life wasted for nothing.

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*Store origin: IE*
*Last updated: 2026-05-26*