--- product_id: 19284471 title: "VEX Robotics Screw Lift Ball Machine by HEXBUG" brand: "hexbug" price: "₱6194" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 category: "Hexbug" url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/19284471-vex-robotics-screw-lift-ball-machine-by-hexbug store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # 8 interactive balls 245+ precision parts STEM-engineered build VEX Robotics Screw Lift Ball Machine by HEXBUG **Brand:** hexbug **Price:** ₱6194 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚙️ Elevate your STEM game with timeless engineering innovation! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** VEX Robotics Screw Lift Ball Machine by HEXBUG by hexbug - **How much does it cost?** ₱6194 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/19284471-vex-robotics-screw-lift-ball-machine-by-hexbug) ## Best For - hexbug enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted hexbug brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **No Batteries Needed:** Pure mechanical power fuels endless STEM fun—eco-friendly and unplugged. - • **245+ Snap-Together Pieces:** Precision-crafted components for limitless creativity and complex builds. - • **Five Dynamic Holding Bins:** Organize and transport balls seamlessly, enhancing interactive play. - • **Master the Archimedes Screw:** Experience ancient engineering reimagined for modern minds. - • **Expand Your Robotics Universe:** Compatible with VEX IQ system and motor kits for next-level customization. ## Overview The VEX Robotics Screw Lift Ball Machine by HEXBUG is a sophisticated STEM construction kit featuring over 245 snap-together pieces that recreate the Archimedes Screw mechanism. Designed for ages 8+, it operates without batteries, using mechanical gears and cranks to transport 8 included balls across five holding bins. Compatible with the VEX IQ system and motor kits, it offers expandable, hands-on learning in physics and engineering, making it a top-tier educational toy for curious minds. ## Description Build the Screw Lift from over 245 VEX Robotics pieces! Connect a series of gears and cranks with precision to power and transport balls between five holding bins!Discover the excitement of engineering with the VEX Robotics Screw Lift Ball Machine by HEXBUG. Inspired by the original design of one of the greatest scientific minds of Ancient Greece, this modern machine puts a fresh twist on the Archimedes Screw from the 3rd Century B.C. This system is time tested and still used by many industries to move small objects or liquids.Collect and connect all of the VEX Robotics Ball Machines, or give your VEX Robotics Ball Machine a powerful boost with the VEX Robotics Motor Kit (sold separately).VEX Robotics Screw Lift is compliant with CPSIA standards. Ages 8 plus. Review: Excellent quality, hours of fun, endless possibilities - The VEX Screw Lift Ball Machine is another fine educational toy that teaches physics. It employs Archimedes’ Screw to lift the balls to the top of the machine and the roll back down to hopper to start the experience all over again. The VEX parts and pieces can be interchanged with the VEX IQ system. This makes these great toys infinitely expandable. Multiple ball machines can be chained together, motors can be added, and if you add the VEX IQ Robotics kit to the mix you can even build a color sorter. All the pieces were designed with the idea to be connected thee-dimensionally. This is completely different than LEGO as LEGO is only a two-dimension brick. The parts are well constructed. The system takes some time to figure out how to put pieces together and take apart again. The pins can be difficult sometimes for little fingers to remove from parts. The instructions provide some very clear illustrations on how to remove stubborn pieces from each other. Also the directions require close attention when assembling. They do their best to call out when to pay close attention to part orientation, which part is needed, and how it actually supposed to fit together. Review: Great Science Toy - It was a nice challenge to put this screw lift together. It took concentration, but the pictures provided in the assembly guide were very detailed and helpful. I bought this to demonstrate the principle of the Archimedes screw to my students at school. Everyone enjoyed playing with it. In that setting, I did have to monitor its use so they wouldn’t break it. As it is, they did manage to get something off kilter, but it still works absolutely fine. As a personal toy, I don’t think there would be much danger of breaking it. In all, I think this is a fantastic science toy. I would be interested in purchasing other items of this kind from the manufacturer. ## Features - STEM based construction kit - 170+ snap together pieces - Batteries not required - 8 balls included - Five holding bins ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00TV0S2AK | | Best Sellers Rank | #370,259 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #3,401 in Educational Science Kits | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (98) | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 2.06 pounds | | Item model number | 406-4207 | | Manufacturer | HEXBUG | | Manufacturer recommended age | 8 - 15 years | | Product Dimensions | 12.01 x 2.52 x 10.75 inches | ## Images ![VEX Robotics Screw Lift Ball Machine by HEXBUG - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71mD6GBhy9L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: is it elictronic** A: No. It is not electronic. There is a gear you turn that sets the screw into motion. The movement of the screw is directly influenced by how fast or slow the crank gear is turned. **Q: Is the child able to put it together before it works?** A: Our 9-year-old son made a valiant attempt at assembling this, and the task kept him excited and engaged for quite awhile. Excitement turned to tears, unfortunately, when we found that it didn't work. No amount of adult help could make the thing work, even taking it apart and reassembling it. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent quality, hours of fun, endless possibilities *by T***S on July 12, 2016* The VEX Screw Lift Ball Machine is another fine educational toy that teaches physics. It employs Archimedes’ Screw to lift the balls to the top of the machine and the roll back down to hopper to start the experience all over again. The VEX parts and pieces can be interchanged with the VEX IQ system. This makes these great toys infinitely expandable. Multiple ball machines can be chained together, motors can be added, and if you add the VEX IQ Robotics kit to the mix you can even build a color sorter. All the pieces were designed with the idea to be connected thee-dimensionally. This is completely different than LEGO as LEGO is only a two-dimension brick. The parts are well constructed. The system takes some time to figure out how to put pieces together and take apart again. The pins can be difficult sometimes for little fingers to remove from parts. The instructions provide some very clear illustrations on how to remove stubborn pieces from each other. Also the directions require close attention when assembling. They do their best to call out when to pay close attention to part orientation, which part is needed, and how it actually supposed to fit together. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Science Toy *by J***N on January 26, 2018* It was a nice challenge to put this screw lift together. It took concentration, but the pictures provided in the assembly guide were very detailed and helpful. I bought this to demonstrate the principle of the Archimedes screw to my students at school. Everyone enjoyed playing with it. In that setting, I did have to monitor its use so they wouldn’t break it. As it is, they did manage to get something off kilter, but it still works absolutely fine. As a personal toy, I don’t think there would be much danger of breaking it. In all, I think this is a fantastic science toy. I would be interested in purchasing other items of this kind from the manufacturer. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great machine. *by L***Y on October 26, 2016* So much fun to build. I wish they had stuff like this when my kids were young. Quite a few extra pieces that had me worried but it works perfectly. I like puzzles and I sometimes build with Legos, so I did not find the instructions to be difficult to understand. It is very relaxing to turn the crank and watch the balls, Building was more fun than jigsaw puzzles and as rewarding as knitting. ## Frequently Bought Together - VEX Robotics Screw Lift Ball Machine by HEXBUG - HEXBUG VEX Robotics Pick and Drop Machine - HEXBUG VEX Robotics Hexcalator Ball Machine,Black, Orange --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/19284471-vex-robotics-screw-lift-ball-machine-by-hexbug](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/19284471-vex-robotics-screw-lift-ball-machine-by-hexbug) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-05-13*