Dotbot Start Overview
Dotbot Start is a beginner-friendly classroom robot used here as an example of product-level hardware versioning. This section groups multiple hardware revisions under one product line while keeping instructions for each revision separate.
Available versions
- Dotbot Start v2 is the current version with the latest sensors and longer battery life.
- Dotbot Start v1 is the legacy version kept online for existing kits in classrooms and workshops.
Why split versions here
The two Dotbot Start revisions are similar enough to share a product name, but different enough that setup, capabilities, and troubleshooting should not be mixed:
- v2 adds a color sensor and USB-C charging
- v2 has a longer runtime
- v1 uses a simpler front LED indicator instead of a full status ring
Recommended path
If you are unsure which hardware you have:
- Check the label on the underside of the robot
- Compare the charging port and top LEDs with the version overview pages
- Open the matching quick start guide