Summer Storage Tips for Sphero Robots

Whether you’re packing up your classroom for summer break or planning for the next school year, proper storage helps preserve your Sphero robots’ battery life and performance.

Why Proper Storage Matters

Sphero robots use lithium-ion batteries, which can degrade if stored improperly for extended periods. Following a few simple steps will help ensure your robots are ready to go when school resumes.

General Storage Tips (All Sphero Robots)

Fully Power Down: Always shut off your robots completely; don’t just put them to sleep.
Clean and Dry: Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Disinfecting wipes are safe for most Sphero products. Make sure robots are fully dry before storing.
Use Protective Cases or Original Packaging: Keeps robots safe from dust and accidental damage.
Store in a Cool, Dry Place: Ideal temperature is 32°F–77°F (0°C–25°C). Avoid hot cars, windowsills, or humid areas.

Robot-Specific Battery Guidelines

indi: Charge to ~50% and store unplugged in a cool area.
BOLT/BOLT+: Charge to ~50%, fully power down, unplug chargers, and store in cradles.
RVR/RVR+: Charge to ~50% (two LEDs lit), remove the battery, store in a controlled environment, and remove treads to maintain shape.

Charging to 50% before long-term storage preserves battery health and ensures some power when returning in the fall.

Additional Battery Tips

Avoid storing robots at 0% or 100% for long periods.
For long-term storage, recharge halfway through the summer break to 50–60% (especially for RVR/RVR+).
Never keep robots plugged in or in sleep mode for extended periods.

What to Avoid

Leaving robots completely discharged for weeks or months.
Storing in hot, unventilated areas.
Keeping robots on chargers long-term.

Getting Back to the Classroom

Fully recharge all robots.
Check for firmware updates using the Sphero Edu app.
Inspect robots for any visible damage or battery issues.