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Overview
What is the NAO Robot V5 Open Box Edition for Schools?
The NAO Robot V5 Open Box Edition is RobotLAB's value pathway to one of the most widely used educational humanoid robots in the world. NAO is a 57 cm (about 23 in), 25-degree-of-freedom autonomous humanoid built by Aldebaran (formerly Aldebaran Robotics / SoftBank Robotics). The V5 generation, branded NAO Evolution, walks, talks, sees, listens, and responds — and it is fully programmable through the visual drag-and-drop Choregraphe environment as well as C++, Python, and Java. RobotLAB, America's largest commercial robotics integrator, offers this unit as an open-box edition: a budget-conscious option for schools that want the real NAO platform without the price of a new V6.
Each open-box unit ships with one NAO V5 robot (red or blue), a battery, a charger, a Choregraphe software license, and the full SDK and API. On board, NAO V5 carries two HD cameras, four directional microphones and loudspeakers, sonar rangefinders, tactile and force-sensitive sensors, and an inertial unit for balance — everything a student needs to build programs that perceive and act in the real world. It runs the NAOqi operating system and connects over Wi-Fi or Ethernet, so it drops cleanly into a classroom network and existing NAO curriculum.
As a reseller and integrator, RobotLAB pairs the hardware with the support, curriculum, and professional development that turn a robot into a teaching tool. The V5 Open Box Edition is positioned squarely for K-12 and higher-ed programs that already have, or plan to standardize on, the NAO platform: it is curriculum-compatible with the broader NAO ecosystem and a sensible entry point when this year's budget cannot stretch to the newer V6. Warranty coverage is available for purchase. Call 1-87-RobotLAB to confirm current open-box availability and color before ordering.
Specifications
Key specs
| Manufacturer | Aldebaran (NAO V5 / Evolution platform) |
| Reseller | RobotLAB |
| Model | NAO V5 Evolution — Open Box Edition for Schools |
| Type | Autonomous, fully programmable humanoid robot |
| Height | Approx. 57 cm (about 23 in) |
| Degrees of freedom | 25 |
| Cameras | 2 x HD cameras |
| Microphones | 4 directional microphones with loudspeakers |
| Other sensors | Sonar rangefinders, tactile sensors, force-sensitive resistors, inertial unit for balance |
| Processor | Intel Atom Z530 1.6 GHz, 1 GB RAM |
| Operating system | NAOqi OS |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n) and Ethernet |
| Programming | Choregraphe drag-and-drop, C++, Python, Java |
| In the box | 1 NAO V5 robot (red or blue), 1 battery, 1 charger, 1 Choregraphe license, full SDK and API |
| Condition | Open box |
| Warranty | Available for purchase (contact for details) |
| Purchase Price | $6,500 (starting from, plus shipping) |
How it works
NAO Robot V5 Open Box Edition for Schools in detail
K-12 STEM and coding classrooms
NAO V5 is a proven anchor for teaching programming and computational thinking. Students start in Choregraphe's drag-and-drop visual editor, then graduate to Python, C++, or Java as they progress. Because the robot has a human-like form, it keeps students engaged through projects in dance, dialogue, sensing, and movement — making abstract code concepts tangible. The open-box price makes it realistic to add a NAO to a single classroom or a club rather than budgeting for a full lab.
Higher education and intro robotics labs
Universities and community colleges use NAO as a standardized teaching platform for robotics, AI, computer vision, and human-robot interaction courses. With a full SDK and API, two HD cameras, four-microphone array, sonar, and an inertial unit, V5 gives undergraduates a real, multi-sensor humanoid to program against. The lower open-box cost lets departments stand up additional seats or replace an aging unit without a new-equipment requisition.
Special education and inclusive programs
NAO has a long track record as an engagement and social-skills tool, including in autism and special-education settings, where its predictable expressions, speech, and gestures help draw out interaction. Educators can author custom routines in Choregraphe to match a lesson or a student's needs. RobotLAB supports these deployments with curriculum and professional development; call 1-87-RobotLAB to discuss program fit.
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Questions & answers
About the NAO Robot V5 Open Box Edition for Schools.
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Is this a brand-new NAO robot?
No. This is an open-box edition: a genuine Aldebaran NAO V5 (Evolution) offered at a reduced price compared to a new V6 unit. It ships with a battery, charger, Choregraphe license, and the full SDK and API. It is intended as a budget-friendly way for schools to get on the real NAO platform. Call 1-87-RobotLAB to confirm the current condition and what each in-stock unit includes.
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What is the difference between NAO V5 and the newer NAO V6?
Both share the same 57 cm humanoid form, 25 degrees of freedom, and the NAO ecosystem. The V6 is the newer generation with upgraded internals (a faster quad-core processor and more memory) and a newer NAOqi version. RobotLAB positions the V5 Open Box Edition specifically for schools whose budget this year does not stretch to the V6. If you want help deciding between V5 and V6, call 1-87-RobotLAB.
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What programming languages and tools does it support?
NAO V5 is programmed with Choregraphe, a visual drag-and-drop environment that is ideal for beginners, and also supports C++, Python, and Java for more advanced work. The unit includes a Choregraphe license plus the full SDK and API, so it fits both K-12 intro coding and higher-ed robotics courses.
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Is it compatible with existing NAO curriculum and classroom networks?
Yes. V5 runs the NAOqi operating system and connects over Wi-Fi or Ethernet, so it integrates with school networks and the broader NAO curriculum ecosystem. RobotLAB also offers NAO curriculum and professional development to help teachers get up and running. Call 1-87-RobotLAB to bundle training or curriculum with your order.
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What colors are available?
The NAO V5 Open Box Edition is offered in red or blue. Because open-box inventory is limited, color availability can vary. Call 1-87-RobotLAB to check which colors are currently in stock before you order.
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Does it come with a warranty?
Warranty coverage is available for purchase on this open-box unit; specific terms are not listed on the product page. Contact RobotLAB to add warranty coverage and to understand exactly what is covered. Call 1-87-RobotLAB for current warranty options and pricing.
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Can RobotLAB help with deployment, training, and curriculum?
Yes. RobotLAB is a full-service robotics integrator — beyond selling the hardware, it provides curriculum, professional development, and support for NAO deployments in K-12, higher ed, and special education. If you need training or a classroom rollout plan alongside the robot, call 1-87-RobotLAB.
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