Teach AI & Robotics with SO100
Bring hands-on robotics and machine learning to your classroom. The open-source 6-DOF robot arm that integrates with LeRobot, Python, and PyTorch — with bulk pricing from $239/unit.
Why Educators Choose SO100
Purpose-built for teaching AI and robotics — from introductory STEM courses to advanced research labs.
Open-Source & Curriculum Ready
Full open-source hardware and software. Modify, extend, and integrate into any curriculum. No vendor lock-in, no license fees.
Affordable at Scale
Bulk discounts up to 20% off. Equip an entire lab for the cost of a single industrial arm. Budget-friendly for any department.
LeRobot + Python Integration
Native support for Hugging Face LeRobot, Python, and PyTorch. Students write real AI code, collect real data, and train real models.
Research-Grade Hardware
6-DOF with 30 kg·cm torque. Leader + follower arm teleoperation. Compatible with ROS2, NVIDIA Isaac Sim, and GR00T N1.
35-Minute Setup
Pre-assembled kits go from unboxing to first teleoperation in 35 minutes. No 3D printing, no soldering, no assembly headaches.
Active Global Community
Join thousands of makers and researchers on Discord and GitHub. Shared datasets, pre-trained models, and community support.
Classroom Kits & Bulk Pricing
Volume discounts that make equipping your lab affordable. All kits include the complete leader + follower arm pair.
Single Kit
1 kit
- 1 leader + 1 follower arm
- 12 STS3215 servo motors
- 2 Waveshare driver boards
- USB-C cables + power supplies
- Free shipping
Classroom Kit
5 kits
- Everything in Single Kit × 5
- Priority shipping
- Dedicated support contact
- Setup guide for educators
- Free shipping
Lab Kit
10 kits
- Everything in Single Kit × 10
- Priority express shipping
- Dedicated account manager
- Curriculum integration call
- Free shipping
Need 20+ kits? Let's talk custom pricing.
District-wide deployments, multi-campus orders, and research grants — we'll build a package that fits your budget.
All bulk orders include free worldwide shipping, priority support, and a 30-day money-back guarantee.
We accept purchase orders, institutional billing, and credit cards.
Fits Right Into Your Curriculum
From introductory Python courses to PhD-level research — SO100 scales with your teaching goals.
Robotics 101
Fundamentals- Forward & inverse kinematics
- Servo motor control & PWM signals
- Mechanical design & 3D printing
- Coordinate frames & transformations
AI & Machine Learning
Advanced- Imitation learning with LeRobot
- Real-world data collection & annotation
- Policy training with PyTorch
- Sim-to-real transfer techniques
Computer Vision
Intermediate- Camera calibration & integration
- Visual policy learning
- Object detection for manipulation
- Multi-view perception systems
Python Programming
Beginner-Friendly- Real hardware projects (not just simulations)
- Python + PyTorch on actual robots
- API design for robot control
- Data pipelines & experiment tracking
Research Applications
Graduate- Teleoperation data for foundation models
- Sim-to-real & domain randomization
- Multi-task & few-shot learning
- NVIDIA GR00T N1 compatibility
Software Stack
Built for Every Learning Environment
From K-12 classrooms to PhD research labs — SO100 adapts to your institution's needs.
University Robotics Labs
Equip undergraduate and graduate labs with affordable, research-grade hardware. Students get hands-on experience with real robot arms, not just simulations.
Use cases: Mechanical engineering, CS, ECE, AI/ML programs
CS & AI Bootcamps
Give bootcamp students a competitive edge with real robotics projects. SO100's Python-first approach means students can start building on day one.
Use cases: Coding bootcamps, AI accelerators, workforce training
K-12 STEM Programs
Inspire the next generation of engineers and scientists. The pre-assembled kit means no complex setup — focus on teaching, not troubleshooting.
Use cases: High school robotics clubs, STEM electives, science fairs
Research Institutions
Affordable platforms for publishable research. Collect teleoperation data, train imitation learning policies, and benchmark manipulation tasks.
Use cases: NLP/AI labs, HRI research, manipulation benchmarks
Ready to Equip Your Classroom?
Tell us about your program and we'll send you a custom quote, curriculum resources, and everything you need to get started.