Arduino and Raspberry Pi are both popular platforms for building robots, but they have some key differences:
Arduino – A microcontroller board, designed for controlling electronic components and sensors. It requires additional components like a computer to program it. Often considered simpler for beginners due to its focus on controlling electronics and a user-friendly programming environment. Great for projects focused on sensor data collection, motor control, and simpler robot behaviors
Raspberry Pi – A single-board computer, offering a complete operating system, processor, memory, and graphics capabilities. Think of it as a mini-computer. Generally requires more programming knowledge and experience due to the operating system and broader functionality. Suitable for more complex robotics projects involving things like image processing, machine learning, and running multiple programs simultaneously.
For absolute beginners with no prior coding experience, Arduino is typically the better choice. It offers a simpler setup process and a more beginner-friendly programming environment.