What STEMpedia (Agilo Research) does

STEMpedia (legally Agilo Research Private Limited) is an Ahmedabad-headquartered, IIT Kanpur alumni-founded K-12 education technology company established in 2017. It operates a vertically integrated ecosystem combining proprietary hardware (Quarky AI and robotics kits, Quarky Intellio with on-device computer vision, Wizbot Maxx screen-free robot toy, Wizbot Neo for early-childhood, evive prototyping platform), proprietary software (PictoBlox — a block-based and Python coding platform with AI/ML/AR/VR/IoT extensions and a Junior Blocks interface for ages 4-8), board-aligned curriculum (CBSE Subject Code 417, ICSE Subject Code 66, IB, Cambridge), teacher training, and school lab deployment services. The technology architecture centers on PictoBlox as the software spine with hardware interoperability across Arduino, LEGO Technic, and Raspberry Pi, while Quarky Intellio adds edge AI capabilities via TinyML and Edge Impulse integration.

The business model is multi-stream: direct-to-consumer e-commerce for individual kits (priced $39-$249 with classroom bundles at $1,349-$2,999), enterprise field sales for school AI and Robotics Lab installations, recurring curriculum and textbook sales, paid teacher training programs, and managed impact/CSR program execution with governments and NGOs. Go-to-market combines enterprise direct sales, event-driven demand generation through the Codeavour international competition, and government/CSR channels including an MoU with AICTE under NEAT 3.0 and 1,000+ Atal Tinkering Lab deployments under NITI Aayog's Atal Innovation Mission. The company reports 4,000+ schools, 30,000+ teachers trained, and 3M+ students impacted across 70+ countries, with a US subsidiary (STEMpedia Inc, Delaware) and channel partners in Iraq, Egypt, and Southeast Asia. Recent product launches (Wizbot Maxx 2025, Quarky Intellio 2026) and entry into the Anganwadi/early-childhood segment via SBI Foundation and municipal partnerships indicate active expansion across price points, age segments, and geographies. The three co-founders (Dhrupal Shah as CEO, Akshat Agarwal as CTO, Pankaj Verma as CPO) lead a 11-50 employee private company with no disclosed funding rounds or revenue figures.

Name

STEMpedia (Agilo Research)

Legal name

Agilo Research Private Limited

Website

https://thestempedia.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

STEMpedia (Agilo Research) is an IIT Kanpur alumni-founded K-12 ed-tech company selling AI, coding, and robotics hardware, software (PictoBlox), and curriculum to schools, governments, and consumers across 70+ countries, with 4,000+ schools and 3M+ students reached.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Educational Robotics Hardware

NAICS

Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (33411), Computer Training (611420), All Other Schools and Instruction (61169), Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing (334), Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (334118)

SIC

Electronic Computers (3571), Games, Toys & Children's Vehicles (No Dolls & Bicycles) (3944), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)

akta.pro primary industry

Math & STEM Learning Technology (incl. Coding/Robotics Platforms) (EDAJAMAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Robotics Kits, Parts & Lab Equipment Providers (Education-Focused) (EDAMADAN), IoT, Sensors & Embedded Systems (Arduino/Raspberry Pi) Programs (EDAMADAI), AI & Machine Learning (Foundations & Applied) (EDAMACAG), STEM & Computer Science Curriculum (EDAGAAAB), Learning Device Ecosystems & 1:1 Program Solutions (Devices, MDM, Charging) (EDAJAMAL), DIY Kits, STEM Electronics & Maker Bundles Retail (CRACAKAN)

Keywords

• Educational robotics kits
• K-12 STEM curriculum
• AI coding platform
• School lab solutions
• Maker education hardware

Headquarters

HQ city

Ahmedabad

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: Sale of educational robotics kits including Quarky (Ultimate Kit $159, Innovator Kit $109, Explorer Kit $69), Wizbot Maxx ($39-$49), evive kits ($169-$249), and addon kits. Individual products sold via e-commerce with global shipping.
2. School/Enterprise Lab Solutions: Complete AI and Robotics Lab packages for schools including hardware bundles, curriculum, teacher training, and ongoing support. Includes AI & Robotics Classroom Pack (12 kits) at $1,349 and Premium Lab (30 kits) packages. Sold through enterprise sales with quotes.
3. Curriculum and Educational Materials: Sale of textbooks and curriculum materials including Skillful Minds (CBSE classes 1-8), Digital Wizards, AI Books for CBSE Skill Subject 417 (classes 9-10), and ICSE Robotics and AI Books. Aligned with CBSE, ICSE, Cambridge, and IB boards.
4. Teacher Training Programs: Professional development programs for educators on STEM, coding, AI, robotics, 3D printing, and XR technologies. Includes both in-person and virtual training sessions conducted globally.
5. Impact/CSR Program Execution: Tech, program management, and execution support for CSR, NGO, and government educational programs at scale. Company has executed 70+ programs impacting 500,000+ students through partnerships with organizations like AWS, SBI, and government bodies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

STEMpedia designs, manufactures, and sells a K-12 educational technology ecosystem combining proprietary hardware (Quarky AI and robotics kits, Quarky Intellio AI/AR module, Wizbot screen-free robot toys, evive DIY prototyping tools) with the PictoBlox block-and-Python coding platform, CBSE/ICSE/IB-aligned curriculum books, and turnkey school lab solutions (AI and Robotics Labs, Atal Tinkering Labs, Wizbot Classroom Programs). The company serves schools, governments, CSR programs, and individual consumers across 70+ countries.

Product overview

STEMpedia (Agilo Research) is an IIT Kanpur alumni-founded ed-tech company (2017) offering a comprehensive AI, coding, and robotics education ecosystem. The product portfolio centers on Quarky (AI & robotics programmable robot for ages 7-16), Quarky Intellio (AI and AR development kit with camera/mic/speaker), Wizbot Maxx (screen-free robot toy for ages 4+), and Wizbot Neo (classroom program for FLN and CT education). Supporting these are PictoBlox (block and Python coding platform), Dabble App (Bluetooth controller), and evive (DIY prototyping tool). The ecosystem includes specialized addon kits (Humanoid, Quadruped, Mars Rover, Robotic Arm, IoT House, Mecanum Wheel), academic curriculum books aligned with CBSE/ICSE standards, and school programs (AI & Robotics Labs, Atal Tinkering Labs, Teacher Training). The company has established 1500+ AI labs, 1000+ Atal Tinkering Labs, and trained 30,000+ teachers across 70+ countries reaching 3M+ students.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PictoBlox: AI and Coding Software - Block and Python coding platform for kids with AI, ML, AR, VR, and IoT capabilities
• Quarky
• Wizbot
• evive
• Quarky Intellio
• Dabble

Products and services

• Quarky An interactive educational AI and robotics platform for students aged 7-16 featuring a portable programmable robot with RGB LED display, capacitive touch sensors, IR sensors, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. Supports block-based and Python coding through PictoBlox for creating AI and robotics projects.
• Quarky Intellio An AI and AR Development Kit with built-in 5MP OV5640 camera, omnidirectional MEMS microphone, speaker, ESP32-S3 processor, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.0. LEGO Technic-compatible for building advanced AI and robotics projects. Supports block coding, Python, Arduino IDE, and TinyML via Edge Impulse.
• PictoBlox An AI-powered coding software platform for creating projects in AI, ML, AR, VR, IoT, and hardware control (Arduino, LEGO, Quarky). Supports block-based drag-and-drop coding and Python programming. Available for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and Chromebook.
• Wizbot Maxx A screen-free button-based robot toy for kids aged 4+. Features grid mode for puzzle-solving, draw mode for creating shapes/patterns, and optional block coding via PictoBlox Junior Blocks. Three variants: Jungle Safari, Adventure Quest, and Coding Ninja.
• Wizbot Neo An educational toy robot for kids aged 4+ teaching computational thinking, foundational literacy, and numeracy through toy-based pedagogy. Features screen-free button coding and graphical block-based coding via PictoBlox Junior Blocks. Aligned with NIPUN Bharat Mission and NEP 2020.
• evive A DIY prototyping tool and STEM kit for beginners. A comprehensive electronics and robotics platform for creating dozens of STEM projects. Priced at $169 (original $219).
• Dabble App Bluetooth controller app for controlling robotics projects. Enables smartphone control of Quarky and other robots via Bluetooth. Available on Google Play and App Store.
• AI & Robotics Lab for Schools A turnkey solution for establishing AI and Robotics Labs in schools. Includes Quarky kits, PictoBlox software, CBSE/ICSE curriculum, teaching resources, and Learning Management System. 1,500+ AI and Robotics Labs established globally.
• Atal Tinkering Labs End-to-end assistance in establishing and running Atal Tinkering Labs in schools. Provides STEM, tinkering, IoT, and entrepreneurship resources under the Atal Innovation Mission. 1,000+ Atal Tinkering Labs established.
• Wizbot Classroom Program A school program for teaching FLN and CT using Wizbot Neo. Includes year-long curriculum, Teaching Learning Materials, teacher training, and classroom packs for Anganwadi, Kindergarten, Classes 1-2, and Classes 3-5. Aligned with UNESCO ECCE Goals and NCERT National Curriculum Framework.
• Skillful Minds Books A CBSE-aligned Computer, Coding, AI and Robotics Education Book Series for Classes 1-8. Covers ICT, AI, and coding curriculum with practical activity books.
• AI Books for CBSE Skill Subject 417 Comprehensive AI books for CBSE Skill Subject 417 for Classes 9 & 10.
• Robotics and AI Books for ICSE Schools Robotics and AI curriculum with practical activity books for ICSE Schools, Classes 9 & 10 (Subject Code 66).
• Teacher Training Program A professional development program for educators on STEM, coding, AI, robotics, 3D, and XR technologies. Delivered both in-person and virtually, with 30,000+ teachers trained globally.
• Quarky Ultimate Kit A complete hands-on AI and robotics kit for kids aged 8+ with 10+ robotics configurations and 50+ projects. Includes Quarky robot with multiple configurations, AI recognition cards, and PictoBlox software. Priced at $159 (original $224).
• Quarky Innovator Kit A robotics kit for kids aged 8+ with 2 configurations and 30+ AI and ML projects. Includes 2 graphical and 2 Python programming courses. Priced at $109 (original $145).
• Quarky Explorer Kit A beginner robotics kit with 15+ engaging projects and interactive self-learning courses. Includes Quarky board only. Priced at $69 (original $89).
• Quarky Addon Kits Specialized DIY addon kits for Quarky: Humanoid (walking/dancing robot), Quadruped (four-legged robot), Mars Rover, Robotic Arm, IoT House (smart home), and Mecanum Wheel (multi-directional movement).
• AI & Robotics Classroom Pack A set of 12 (Mini version: 6) AI and Robotics Kits with accessories for classroom learning. Includes PictoBlox software and curriculum resources.
• Codeavour An international AI and coding competition for students as part of the STEMpedia ecosystem, encouraging innovation and coding skills.
• STEM Classroom Bundle A complete STEM learning bundle for classrooms based on the evive Starter Kit and additional components. Priced at $2,999 (original $3,499).
• Quarky Intellio Discovery Kit An entry-level AI and AR kit with engaging hands-on projects like car speed detection, smart door bot, and nanny cam. Priced at $119 (original $168).
• Quarky Intellio Rover Kit An advanced AI and robotics kit for edge AI and computing. Enables projects like self-driving car, autonomous robo soccer, and delivery robot. Priced at $169 (original $247).
• evive Starter Kit A DIY STEM robot-building kit for beginners of all ages. Includes components for exploring electronics, programming, and robotics. Priced at $249 (original $319).
• evive IoT Kit An Internet of Things kit for evive enabling smart home and IoT projects. Price ranges from $89 to $269 depending on configuration.
• Wizbot Smart Anganwadi Classroom Pack A classroom solution for Anganwadi (preschool) including Wizbot Neo robot, Teacher's Handbook, teaching resources, game arenas, picture cards, brush pens, dice, and storage box for teaching vocabulary, shape recognition, and sequence building.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3M+ students impacted through educational programs globally
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability13 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerSTEMpedia signed MoU with AICTE to provide state-of-art Robotics Labs to schools across India through NEAT Portal of AICTE under Ministry of Education, Government of India. This partnership enables nationwide deployment of AI and robotics education in Indian schools.
• ARTPARK (AI & Robotics Technology Park)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerARTPARK is an initiative supported by IISc Bangalore and Department of Science & Technology. STEMpedia showcased products at Digital India event hosted by ARTPARK as a startup, indicating strategic alignment and validation from premier research institution.
• Indian Institute of Science (IISc)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIISc Bangalore is a premier research institution supporting ARTPARK. The association provides institutional credibility and potential research collaboration opportunities for STEMpedia's technology development.
• Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of IndiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDST supports ARTPARK initiative. The association with government body provides legitimacy and potential funding/access to government educational programs for STEMpedia.
• Government of KarnatakacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment of Karnataka supports ARTPARK through IISc. Partnership provides state government backing and potential deployment opportunities in Karnataka schools.
• Motwani Jadeja FoundationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGESS Education Awards partner. The foundation supports educational initiatives and provides platform for STEMpedia's award recognition and visibility in education sector.
• AWS inCommunitiescoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAWS inCommunities supports Wizbot classroom program with AWS Cloudroom unplugged activities across Indonesia, UK, US, Singapore, and India. Strategic partnership for program funding and implementation support.
• American India Foundation (AIF)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerAIF supports educational programs in India. Potential partner for CSR-funded educational initiatives and program deployment.
• BrightCHAMPScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEdtech organization organizing one-on-one robotics sessions for kids using Quarky kits. Distributes and promotes STEMpedia products through their educational programs.
• IoT Kids, IraqcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor4-year partnership with IoT Kids for robotics education in Iraq. Hosted Codeavour National Event in Iraq, distributing STEMpedia products and curriculum.
• Duck LearningminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEducational distributor in Southeast Asia. Partnership enables distribution of STEMpedia products in international markets.
• Apex Coding Academy, EgyptminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPresented Codeavour 2022 Egypt Championship. Distributes and promotes STEMpedia products through coding education programs in Egypt.
• Atal Innovation MissionflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerNITI Aayog initiative supporting Atal Tinkering Labs. STEMpedia provides end-to-end assistance in establishing and running ATLs in schools across India with 1,000+ labs established.
• SBI FoundationcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSBI Foundation partnership for Wizbot Anganwadi program transforming early childhood learning in Kanpur and Prayagraj, implementing FLN and CT education with toy-based pedagogy.
• FSE FoundationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for Wizbot classroom program in UP and Arunachal Pradesh, supporting toy-based pedagogy in elementary education.
• Vadodara Municipal CorporationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerModernizing over 100 anganwadis (pre-schools) with Wizbot for motor and cognitive development of children in Vadodara.
• Government of Arunachal PradeshminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSetting up smart anganwadi spaces in hilly areas of Arunachal Pradesh to teach FLN and CT through Wizbot program.
• Goyal Brothers PrakashanminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEducational publisher partnership for distribution of curriculum and textbooks alongside publisher's existing school network.
• Learning Link FoundationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEducational foundation partner for extending STEMpedia programs through their network of schools and educational institutions.
• Binary SchoolminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSchool partner for implementing robotics and coding curriculum using STEMpedia products in their educational programs.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• VEX Robotics: VEX Robotics (VEX IQ, VEX V5, VEX GO) competes with STEMpedia in school robotics labs and competitions, particularly through VEX Robotics Competition ecosystem. Broad incumbent with strong competition-based curriculum that overlaps STEMpedia's Codeavour competition strategy.
• LEGO Education: LEGO Education (SPIKE Prime, Mindstorms, WeDo) is the broad incumbent in K-12 STEM robotics. Quarky Intellio's explicit LEGO Technic compatibility puts STEMpedia in direct compatibility/competition with LEGO Education for AI/robotics lab installs in schools globally.
• Arduino Education: Arduino Education offers the CTC (Creative Technologies in the Classroom) program and the Arduino Kit series targeting K-12 STEAM labs. STEMpedia sells Arduino UNO R4 boards and integrates with Arduino IDE in Quarky Intellio, making Arduino both a partner and a competing curriculum/platform provider.

Direct peers

• Sphero: Sphero (Bolt, Indi, RVR) provides programmable educational robots with a coding app and K-12 curriculum. Direct peer on the consumer-to-classroom robotics spectrum with similar AI/ML extensions and educator-facing lesson plans competing for the same STEM classroom budgets as Quarky.
• Wonder Workshop: Wonder Workshop's Dash, Dot, and Cue robots are a direct peer in K-12 STEM robotics, with block-based coding (Blockly), curriculum, and teacher training. Targets the same K-8 STEM classroom buyer as STEMpedia's Quarky line with comparable price points and curriculum-aligned lesson plans.
• Ozobot: Ozobot (Evo, Bit) offers screen-free and screen-based coding robots for K-12 with curriculum. Direct peer competing for the same primary-grade screen-free coding category that Wizbot Maxx targets, with similar teacher training and curriculum distribution.
• Makeblock: Makeblock (mBlock, Codey Rocky, mBot, STEAM On) is a direct competitor offering block-coding software, AI capabilities, and a robotics-kit line spanning consumer to classroom. Closely comparable to STEMpedia's PictoBlox + Quarky stack with a similar K-12 AI/robotics curriculum focus and global school-distribution motion.

Emerging players

• WhalesBot: WhalesBot is a China-based K-12 STEM robotics kit maker (WhalesBot AI, WhalesBot S) competing for school robotics lab installs across Asia and emerging markets. Closest regional/emerging competitor to STEMpedia's Quarky and Wizbot lines for K-8 AI/robotics curriculum deployments.
• SunFounder: SunFounder offers Raspberry Pi and Arduino-based robotics and electronics kits (PiCar, GalaxyRVR, 3-in-1 kits) with Python/Blockly coding. Direct peer in the AI/robotics DIY education kit category with similar consumer-channel distribution and price points to Quarky.
• Micro:bit Educational Foundation: The Micro:bit Educational Foundation distributes the BBC micro:bit microcontroller globally to schools with free coding tools (MakeCode, Python). Competes with STEMpedia's hardware-as-classroom-platform approach at a much lower price point and is integrated into Quarky Intellio's compatibility matrix.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/evivetoolkit
• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/stempedia
• Facebookfacebook.com/evivetoolkit
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/agiloresearch
• Instagraminstagram.com/thestempedia

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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