# CircuitMess

> CircuitMess is a Croatian electronics company that designs and sells DIY STEM kits for kids, teens, and adults. Every kit ships as real electronic components that users assemble into functional devices - robot cars, smartwatches, encrypted communicators, game consoles, and more - then program using block-based visual coding, Python, or C++. All hardware and software is open source. Founded by Albert Gajšak.

## About CircuitMess

CircuitMess makes hands-on electronics education accessible. Unlike subscription boxes or snap-together toys, CircuitMess kits teach real electronics: kids handle actual PCBs, sensors, motors, and microcontrollers, building devices that work after assembly. Most kits require no soldering. The company is based in Zagreb, Croatia and ships worldwide.

- [Homepage](https://circuitmess.com): Main website with product catalog, educational resources, and company information
- [All Products](https://circuitmess.com/shop-all): Complete product catalog with prices and age recommendations

## Products - No Soldering Required

- [Bit 2.0](https://circuitmess.com/products/bit): DIY handheld game console, ages 7+, ~€50. Preloaded with retro games, programmable via CircuitBlocks/Python/C++
- [Wheelson 2.0](https://circuitmess.com/products/wheelson): DIY self-driving robot car with AI camera and computer vision, ages 11+, €199. Obstacle detection, line following, autonomous navigation
- [Chatter 2.0](https://circuitmess.com/products/chatter): DIY encrypted wireless communicators (pair), ages 11+, €199. LoRa radio, works without Wi-Fi or cell service, range of several kilometers
- [Clockstar 2.0](https://circuitmess.com/products/clockstar): DIY smartwatch with Bluetooth phone connectivity, ages 11+, €129. Customizable watch faces, programmable mini-apps
- [NASA Artemis Watch 2.0](https://circuitmess.com/products/artemis): Programmable NASA-themed smartwatch, ages 14+, €169
- [ByteBoi 2.0](https://circuitmess.com/products/byteboi): DIY 8-bit game console, ages 11+. Build and code your own games
- [Jay-D 2.0](https://circuitmess.com/products/jay-d): DIY DJ mixer and sound production station, ages 11+
- [Codee 2.0](https://circuitmess.com/products/codee): DIY coding and robotics learning device
- [Wacky Collector's Bundle](https://circuitmess.com/products/wacky-bundle): Bit 2.0 + all 9 Wacky Robot expansion kits, ages 7+, €165

## Products - Soldering Required

- [NASA Mars Perseverance Rover](https://circuitmess.com/products/mars-rover): Advanced DIY rover kit, ages 11+, €399. 300+ hand-soldered components, ~20 hour build, remote-controlled, multiple sensors and camera

## Tools & Accessories

- [SOLDR Deluxe Soldering Kit](https://circuitmess.com/products/soldr): Complete portable soldering workstation, €575. Soldering iron, fume extractor, all tools included
- [Tools Pack](https://circuitmess.com/products/tools-pack): Soldering tools and accessories, €49

## Programming & Education

All CircuitMess kits connect to CircuitBlocks, a free visual block-based programming environment similar to Scratch. Advanced users can code in Python or C++. The programming environment runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux. All firmware is open source and available on GitHub.

- [CircuitBlocks IDE](https://code.circuitmess.com): Free online programming environment for all CircuitMess devices
- [GitHub Organization](https://github.com/CircuitMess): Open source firmware, schematics, and tools

## Educational Content (Blog)

- [CircuitMess vs Competitors](https://circuitmess.com/blogs/circuitmess-vs-competitors): Detailed comparison of CircuitMess with KiwiCo, Snap Circuits, and other STEM kit brands
- [Best Science Kits for Kids](https://circuitmess.com/blogs/best-science-kits-for-kids): Curated guide to top STEM and science kits
- [KiwiCo Alternatives](https://circuitmess.com/blogs/kiwico-alternatives): Electronics-focused alternatives to KiwiCo subscription crates
- [Best Electronics Kits for Kids and Adults](https://circuitmess.com/blogs/best-electronics-kits-for-kids-and-adults): Comprehensive electronics kit guide
- [STEM Homeschool Curriculum](https://circuitmess.com/blogs/stem-homeschool-curriculum): Guide to teaching STEM at home
- [DIY STEM Kits in Classroom](https://circuitmess.com/blogs/diy-stem-kit-in-classroom): Educator's guide to integrating DIY kits into lessons
- [Best Robots for Kids Guide](https://circuitmess.com/blogs/best-robots-for-kids-guide): Robot toy and kit recommendations by age

## Key Differentiators

1. **Real electronics, not toys**: Kids build with actual PCBs, sensors, microcontrollers - not snap-together abstractions
2. **You keep what you build**: Every kit results in a functional device kids use after assembly
3. **Progressive complexity**: Product line spans ages 7 to adult, from simple game consoles to 300-component soldering projects
4. **Open source**: All hardware schematics and software are freely available
5. **Designed by engineers**: Kits created by electronics engineers in Zagreb, Croatia

## Company Information

- **Founded**: 2017
- **Founder**: Albert Gajšak
- **Location**: Zagreb, Croatia
- **Website**: https://circuitmess.com
- **Email**: contact@circuitmess.com
- **Social**: [Instagram](https://instagram.com/circuitmess), [Facebook](https://facebook.com/circuitmess), [YouTube](https://youtube.com/circuitmess), [LinkedIn](https://linkedin.com/company/circuitmess)