What does a HEXBUG Scarab do?
Mia Phillips
Updated on May 03, 2026
The HEXBUG® Scarab is an exceptionally high-speed, mechanical, beetle-like robotic bug that skitters around on six angled legs. The high energy micro robotic creature propels itself forwards and backwards, and is capable of popping from its back to its feet if placed upside down.
What does a HEXBUG do?
Introducing the HEXBUG® Beetle, a micro robotic creature that crawls around sensing objects in its path and avoiding them using its bump sensor feelers. With the clap of your hands you can make the Beetle change direction and watch as it scurries away!
Do hex bugs still exist?
Hexbug, inspired by BEAM robotics uses many elements from it. First piloted in the US through RadioShack, it is now sold in most major retail stores.
When were Hexbugs created?
2007
When HEXBUG first entered the toy industry in 2007, we had the goal of giving children a positive experience with robotics at a young age. At first, people were drawn to the realistic bug-like attributes of our micro robotic creatures.
Do hex bugs come with batteries?
Package contains 12 button cell AG13/LR44 batteries. Includes small screwdriver. Replacement of batteries must be done by adults. Keep your HEXBUG up and running.
Whats a Hex Bug Nano?
The HEXBUG nano is a tiny, collectible, micro robotic creature that uses the physics of vibration to propel forward and explore its environment. Powered by a tiny motor, and 12 fixed, angular legs, the industrious critter traverses the ground beneath it and quickly navigates through the most complex mazes.
How does the Hexbug scarab work?
The high energy HEXBUG Scarab propels itself forwards and backwards, and is capable of popping from its back to its feet if placed upside down. The combination of the Scarab’s six specially designed angular legs, coupled with its lightning speed, make it easy for it to scurry away from obstacles in its path and flip over if caught on its back.
What is a scarab robot?
The HEXBUG® Scarab is an exceptionally high-speed, mechanical, beetle-like robotic bug that skitters around on six angled legs. The high energy micro robotic creature propels itself forwards and backwards, and is capable of popping from its back to its feet if placed upside down.
What is a scarab in Harry Potter?
The Scarab is a high-speed, mechanical, beetle-like robotic bug that skitters around on six legs! The high energy HEXBUG Scarab propels itself forwards and backwards, and is capable of popping from its back to its feet if placed upside down.
What is the Hexbug® trademark?
HEXBUG ® is a registered trademark of Innovation First, Inc. ©Copyright 2021. All Rights Reserved. All other marks of others are property of their respective owners.