Login
Start Free Trial Are you a business?? Click Here

Maker Advent Calendar (includes Raspberry Pi Pico H) Reviews

4.9 Rating 299 Reviews
Read The Pi Hut Reviews
Visit Product Page

Email:

contact@thepihut.com

Location:

Mann Enterprises LTDHomefield RoadHaverhill, SuffolkCB9 8QP
Cambridge
CB9 8QP

We are only on day 4 so far as we are taking it slow, great selection of components with good instructions that help to get things working but ask us enough questions that we feel like we are thinking and encourage us to tinker. 7 year old and dad thoroughly enjoying ourselves here!
Helpful Report
Posted 1 year ago
This was a daily surprise from start to finish. I own every version of RPi, but never the pico (what would I use that for?). Its versatility was put on display (in more ways than one!) in this neat package. Each day was a simple component, with code already written on the accompanying website. For those who have just enough time to take over the kitchen table before the evening family dinner, it is perfect - get in and get out quickly. But for those who wished to spend more time exploring the code of micropython, it did that admirably. There is some great kit here, including components I had never used before (and I am a lightly seasoned hobbyist), thoughtfully explained, and encouraging for some to explore and take risks. There were one or two issues on some imported libraries, but with persistence, they could be solved. Suitably priced for what you get (including helpful support if needed). A well-planned and executed advent project, and I recommend this to any who wish to explore programming with electronics with an emphasis on fun, and a cheeky 'what happens when I...'. Nice one PiHut!
Helpful Report
Posted 1 year ago
This seemed like an exciting change from the usual beer-type advent calendar with something to build & code. After a decade as a python developer, this is the first time I've used micro python. Having done the first 2 days, setting up the Pico was easy and building an LED circuit to code some light sequences was interesting to see how simple that is! Looking forward to seeing what the rest of it entails & maybe building something to use around the house in future!
Helpful Report
Posted 1 year ago
Everything I hoped for and more, from the great design and user support to the kit, even arrived earlier than expected, thank you ❤
Helpful Report
Posted 1 year ago
This was a brilliant purchase, the quality of the product and the packaging is great. I’ve really enjoyed setting up everything.
Helpful Report
Posted 1 year ago
Bought for my grandson age 31.He has said the advent calendar is good and he is enjoying using it
Helpful Report
Posted 1 year ago
Nice looking gift box, arrived earlier than expected and I expect that it be and do exactly what is says on the 'tin'.
Helpful Report
Posted 1 year ago
Bought this for my 13-year-old son (and a bit for me too...). Could not be happier - each box has been a great surprise, the instructions are clear, the projects are fun, and the gradual introduction to Python has been perfect for my son. Can't wait to finish, and work out what our next project will be!
Helpful Report
Posted 1 year ago