Scribit Scribit — Specs & Review
Specifications
| Brand | Scribit |
|---|---|
| Model | Scribit |
| Year | 2019 |
| Category | Creative Art |
| Autonomy | semi-autonomous |
| Environment | indoor |
| Price (USD) | $400–$500 |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 12cm L × 12cm W × 12cm H |
| Connectivity | WiFi, Bluetooth, App Control |
| Works with | iOS, Android, Windows, Mac |
| Country of origin | IT |
Key features
- Cable-suspended vertical surface drawing
- 2.5m x 3.5m drawing area
- Erasable marker ink system
- SVG and PNG file input
- App controlled via WiFi
- Repositionable to any wall
- Italian design heritage
What is it?
Scribit is a cable-suspended wall-drawing robot from Italian designer Carlo Ratti that draws images, patterns, and artwork on vertical surfaces using erasable markers controlled via app.
Who is it for?
- Interior designers and architects creating large-format wall graphics
- Offices and retail venues wanting changeable wall and window content
- Artists exploring robot-assisted creative tools
- Event and exhibition designers needing large-format temporary graphics
Key specs
- Drawing area: up to 2.5m x 3.5m
- Markers: erasable (reusable surfaces)
- Input: SVG and PNG file import
- Control: iOS/Android app
- Mounting: two cable anchor points
- Weight: ~1.5 kg
How it compares
Vs manual painting: Scribit produces precision line drawings and reproductions of digital files that would require highly skilled artists to replicate manually. Speed and repeatability are the primary advantages over human drawing at large format.
Limitations
- Erasable markers may not be permanent for all applications
- Limited to flat vertical surfaces with cable anchor access
- Drawing speed is slow for large complex images
- Marker refill and maintenance required
FAQ
How much does the Scribit cost?
Scribit is priced at approximately $400–$500 USD. It has been available through Indiegogo and Scribit's website.
What does the Scribit wall robot do?
Scribit is a cable-suspended wall-drawing robot that hangs from two anchor points and uses markers to draw images, text, patterns, and artwork on walls, whiteboards, windows, and other flat vertical surfaces.
What are the key specs of the Scribit?
Scribit can draw on surfaces up to 2.5m x 3.5m, uses erasable markers for temporary drawings, imports SVG and PNG files, is controlled via app, and can be repositioned to different walls.
Who is Scribit designed for?
Scribit is designed for interior designers, artists, offices wanting dynamic wall content, retailers wanting changeable window graphics, and creative enthusiasts wanting robot-drawn wall art.
What makes Scribit suitable for temporary displays?
Scribit uses erasable marker ink that can be wiped off smooth surfaces, allowing the same wall to be redrawn with different content repeatedly — making it suitable for temporary displays, events, and changing seasonal graphics.