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Thymio Suite
Chemin de la Ruyère 116, CH-1020 Renens, Switzerland
What it is
Thymio Suite is free software for connecting to, programming, configuring, and updating Thymio robots. Its desktop programming options include VPL, VPL 3, Scratch, Blockly, Python through the Thonny editor with a Thymio extension, and Aseba. VPL uses drag-and-drop blocks, while Scratch can create interactions between a Thymio robot, the Scratch stage, and sprites. The product page describes Python programming as coming soon, though Python use through Thonny and the Thymio extension is documented. The desktop download supports Windows, macOS, and Linux; the listed version is Thymio Suite 2.4.0. Thymio Suite Mobile is available for iOS and Android tablets, with VPL 3 and Scratch. Direct tablet connection requires Thymio 2 or later. A free simulator supports collaborative access to simulated robots by people on the same network. The desktop software requires a Thymio robot to connect and program. The maker describes Thymio as an open-source educational robot for learners of all ages.
For and against
For
- Free software for Thymio robots.
- Offers VPL, Scratch, Blockly, and Aseba.
- Desktop downloads support Windows, macOS, and Linux.
- Free simulator supports collaboration on the same network.
Against
- Desktop use requires a Thymio robot to connect and program.
- Direct tablet connection requires Thymio 2 or later.
- Python programming is described as coming soon on the product page.
The verdict
Thymio Suite offers multiple programming options across desktop and tablet platforms, plus a free simulator. The desktop software requires a Thymio robot, and direct tablet connection requires Thymio 2 or later.
Who it suits
It suits learners and educators using Thymio robots, including people starting with block-based programming or exploring several coding approaches. Tablet users need Thymio 2 or later for a direct robot connection.
Plans and prices
Thymio Suite
Desktop software download; requires a Thymio robot to connect and program
Read 5 Oct 2026 · thymio.org
On the record
- Audience
- Mobsya describes Thymio as an open-source educational robot and its learning journeys as intended for learners of all ages.thymio.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Beginner programming
- VPL uses drag-and-drop blocks to create a first program in five minutes.thymio.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Desktop platforms
- The download page lists Windows 7–11 in 32-bit and 64-bit versions, MacOS X 10.13–12, and Linux for Suite 2.4.0.thymio.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Programming languages
- The desktop Suite provides VPL, VPL 3, Scratch, Blockly, Python via Thonny, and Aseba.thymio.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Thymio Suite lets users connect to, program, configure, and update Thymio robots from a computer.thymio.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Python availability
- The product page describes Python programming as coming soon; Python use is also documented through the third-party Thonny editor and a Thymio-specific extension.thymio.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Scratch integration
- Scratch programming can create interactions between Thymio, the Scratch stage, and Scratch sprites.thymio.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Security and privacy
- The maker’s website says necessary cookies are always enabled and third-party analytics cookies are stored only with user consent.thymio.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Simulator
- The Thymio simulator can be used for free and supports collaborative access to simulated robots by people on the same network.thymio.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Software version
- The maker’s download page offers Thymio Suite 2.4.0.thymio.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Support
- The maker’s support center provides documentation and frequently asked questions to help users resolve issues.thymio.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Tablet connection requirement
- The tablet setup instructions say Thymio 2+ is required to connect tablets directly to Thymio robots.thymio.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Tablet support
- Thymio Suite Mobile is available for iOS and Android tablets, and its two listed programming languages are VPL 3 and Scratch.thymio.org · read 5 Oct 2026
