# Miko 3 review

Talking, rolling learning robot for kids aged 5 to 10

- Our score: 7.0 out of 10
- Price: $299 (checked Oct 26, 2026)
- Status: on sale
- Best for: young kids who like stories and games
- Skip if: you will not pay for Miko Max
- HTML version: https://robotsforthat.com/robot/miko-3/

## Verdict

Miko 3 fits families who want a screen based learning buddy that moves, talks and video calls relatives, and who will pay for Miko Max. Skip it if you mainly want smart conversation or have privacy worries, since reviewers found the AI slow and senators flagged exposed child audio data in 2026.

## Pros

- Sturdy, kid sized build
- Camera shutter and one tap mic and camera off
- Video calling with family built in
- Large library with Miko Max

## Cons

- Thin content without the paid Max plan
- Conversation is slow and often misses questions
- Battery drains quickly on standby
- 2026 report of exposed child audio data

## Specs

- type: Kids AI companion and learning robot
- interaction: Voice, 4.7 inch touchscreen, parent app; video calls with family
- ai features: Face and voice recognition, moderated conversation, learning games and stories; runs online (WiFi needed for most features); Miko does not name the AI model
- camera: Yes, wide angle HD; on demand camera shutter and one tap camera or mic disable
- mobility: Rubberized wheels with time of flight and odometric sensors
- battery runtime: 6 to 7 hours continuous play (product page); up to 5 hours active play on Miko's comparison page
- charge time: About 4 hours with the 15W adapter
- size weight: 6.3 x 5.5 x 8.67 in, about 2 lb
- subscription: Optional Miko Max: $99 a year (on sale for $89 when checked) or $14.99 a month; free tier has limited content
- age range: 5 to 10

## Safety

- recalls: No recall found as of 2026-10-25 (web search of cpsc.gov)
- fcc: FCC ID 2AS3SEMK301
- company status: Active
- warranty: 1 year
- fcc note: FCC ID 2AS3SEMK301, product MIKO3, grantee RN Chidakashi Technologies Private Limited (Mumbai)
- child privacy: Miko says its platform is kidSAFE+ COPPA certified and that it stores no identifiable voice recordings. In February 2026 US Senators Blumenthal and Blackburn wrote that Miko had left a public dataset of Miko 3 audio responses to children, some with names, dating back to December 2025; Miko took it down after their letter.

## Questions buyers ask

### Is Miko Max required?

No, but the free tier limits most premium stories, games and parental reports. Max is $99 a year list or $14.99 a month.

### Does Miko 3 work without WiFi?

Mostly no. Reviewers found most features need WiFi, with only some content working offline.

### Is Miko 3 still the current model?

Yes. As of October 2026 Miko's US store still sells Miko 3 at $299 alongside the cheaper Miko Mini, with no newer flagship listed.

## Sources

1. [Miko US store: Miko 3](https://miko.ai/products/miko-3)
2. [Miko: Miko Mini vs Miko 3](https://www.miko.ai/pages/miko-mini-vs-miko-3)
3. [Miko US store: Miko Max](https://miko.ai/products/miko-max)
4. [The Gadgeteer: Miko 3 review](https://the-gadgeteer.com/2025/03/27/miko-3-the-ai-powered-learning-robot-review-a-small-tablet-dressed-as-a-robot/)
5. [Serious Insights: Miko 3 review](https://www.seriousinsights.net/miko-3-review/)
6. [TTPM: Miko3 review](https://ttpm.com/products/miko3-ai-powered-robot-for-kids/)
7. [Sen. Blumenthal: letter to Miko on exposed child data](https://www.blumenthal.senate.gov/newsroom/press/release/blumenthal-and-blackburn-demand-answers-from-toy-maker-for-exposing-sensitive-data-involving-children-to-the-public)
8. [FCC ID 2AS3SEMK301](https://fccid.io/2AS3SEMK301)