Unlike traditional robotics systems that often come with hefty price tags and proprietary software, Reachy Mini is fully programmable in Python, with support for JavaScript and Scratch.
TL;DR: Hugging Face has unveiled Reachy Mini, a compact and open-source robot designed to make advanced robotics and artificial intelligence more accessible to a broad audience. Starting at $299, Reachy Mini stands just 11 inches tall and is intended to sit comfortably on a desktop, offering an entry point for developers, educators, and hobbyists eager to experiment with AI-powered machines.
Unlike traditional robotics systems that often come with hefty price tags and proprietary software, Reachy Mini is fully programmable in Python, with support for JavaScript and Scratch on the horizon. The robot is available in two versions: a lite model that requires an external computer, and a wireless, fully autonomous version equipped with a Raspberry Pi 5, battery, and Wi-Fi connectivity.
