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All the Details on Droid Depot at Disney World — Build Your Own Astromech Unit!

by Tad on September 20, 2022 110 Orlando   Video

Droid Depot Disney World - Pinterest‘Sup! Tad here. Some of my favorite characters from the "Star Wars" movies are the droids who accompany the main heroes on their galactic adventures. Droids such as R2-D2 and BB-8 are the perfect sidekicks in a galaxy far, far away. Ever since I first saw the films as a young tadpole, I’ve always wished I had my own. So, you can probably imagine my excitement when I had the opportunity to create my own droid at Disney World’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! I named mine F2-0G ;)

Droid Depot isn’t just any ordinary store. It’s where you can build your own droid at Galaxy’s Edge in Disney World. This is just one of the many toadally rad experiences you can find on the planet of Batuu. The droids even interact with certain elements while you’re inside the land. If you’re a "Star Wars" fan like me, you won’t want to miss out on this experience. Here’s everything you need to know.

Making Reservations for Droid Depot at Disney World

Even after three years, Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge continues to be a hoppin' place. You may experience lengthy wait times for the attractions, restaurants and shops. Disney highly recommends making a reservation for Droid Depot, which can be made up to 60 days in advance on Disney's website or through the My Disney Experience app. Droid Depot may be able to accommodate walk-ins each day, but it's subject to availability.

The build-your-own-droid experience costs $119.99 per builder and includes choosing your own pieces, putting the droid together and taking the droid with you with a box and remote control. A valid credit card is required when booking, but won't be charged until arriving at the shop. If you need to cancel a reservation, you must do so at least one day in advance to avoid a $119.99 per builder "no-show" fee (this is the full cost of the experience!). It would be charged to the credit card that you provided when booking. Late arrivals may not be allowed to enter. Keep this in mind when picking a time! You'll need to account for the time that it takes to get to the park, go through security and the entrance touchpoints and walk to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge.

The experience is also limited to the builder and one guest. At least one person must be 14 years old or older. If this experience is high on your must-do list, we recommend snagging a reservation if one is available. However, don't fret if you aren't able to get a reservation. Arrive early in the morning or late at night as these are the best times for walk-ins. Most Batuu travelers build their droids in the afternoon (noon to 3 p.m. is a peak period for this experience, according to one of the cast members).

Finding Droid Depot and Checking In

Droid Depot at Disney World - Droids Outside Shop

If you enter Galaxy’s Edge by Toy Story Land, Droid Depot will be one of the first shops you’ll see. It’s right next door to Savi’s Workshop, which is where you can build your own lightsaber. If you come from Grand Avenue, stay right past the Black Spire Marketplace until you reach the bottom of the stairs. Despite all of the signs being written in Aurebesh, it’s pretty easy to spot the store because there are audio-animatronic droids lined up outside.

If you have a reservation and need to check in, you should get there no earlier than 15 minutes before your reserved time at the check-in location in front of the store. Each person in your party must be present upon check-in and entering Droid Depot. Be prepared to show your reservation confirmation, photo ID and the credit card that you used when booking. Once again, if you do not cancel the day before and do not show up, you'll be charged the cancellation fee. If you're late, you may not be allowed to enter and have to face the "no-show" fee.

It’s a bit overwhelming as you walk inside! There are droids of all shapes and sizes everywhere. Some even move around in the background or on the walls. Be sure to look up high and down below, as lots of details are packed into this space.

Droid Depot Options and Pricing

Droid Depot at Disney World - Droid Depot Cast Member

First, you must pick between the two styles of astromech units: the R-series (the classic R2-D2 style) or the BB-series (the newer BB-8 style). Once you make your selection, you will be given a blueprint with assembly instructions and a basket to put the parts in.

Each droid unit costs $119.99, plus tax. It comes with a special carry box and instructions. Once you’ve built your droid, it’s nonrefundable, as the people of Batuu believe the droid and its person pair for life. However, the personalized building experience is part of the price tag — and you've got a loyal friend for life. So, don’t rush through choosing your parts, and try to have an idea of what you want it to look like beforehand! There's a wall with all of the available options just to the left of the register. There are no discounts available, including the usual merchandise discount for annual passholders. For an additional charge, you can purchase Droid Depot personality chips for $14.99 each, as well as other various accessories, such as the droid backpack for $49.99.

Droid Depot Disney World - Personality Chips

In addition to the regular build-your-own droid at Galaxy's Edge, Droid Depot also has model kits, pre-made and premium droids for sale. These range from small to larger authentic replicas of the droids from the films. The pre-made interactive droids operate the same as the customized ones, allowing you to have exact mini replicas of fan favorites such as R2-D2, BB-8, D-0 and C1-10P or "Chopper" from Star Wars: Rebels.

How to Build Your Own Droid at Galaxy’s Edge in Disney World

Droid Depot Disney World - Droid Options and Parts Menu

Once you’ve paid, it’s time for fun! The process is basically split into two stages: the parts station and the building station.

At the parts station, you’ll choose which pieces to use for building your droid. Each style of droid has four different parts. The BB-series model has a dome, a dome connection plate, a body sphere and a motivator. Meanwhile, the R-series model has a dome, a body, a center leg and a pair of side legs.

These parts come in various styles and colors, so you can mix and match however you please. Just make sure you’ve got each of the four main parts! For easy selection, they move down a conveyor belt. If you miss something or change your mind about a piece, you can put it back on the belt and wait until another comes back around.

After you've selected all four parts, you'll bring your basket to the building station where a cast member will assist you. You'll follow instructions on your placemat or the digital monitors to assemble the parts in the right order. Once it's completed, your droid will be paired with a remote control and activated! It was toadally cool watching my droid, F2-0G, come to life.

Droid Depot at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge in Hollywood Studios - Building stations

Droid Interactivity Inside Galaxy's Edge at Disney World

Build Your Own Droid at Galaxy's Edge Disney World: Droid Depot BB Unit

These customizable droids use Bluetooth technology to communicate with other astromech units, as well as other elements and objects on Batuu and at Disney parks and resorts. Using the remote control to operate a droid while at the theme parks is generally not allowed due to safety, but you can carry it around in its box or bag so it can interact with these elements in the land and other droids.

After we walked out with F2-0G in its box, we noticed it started to make noise when we passed by the droids outside of the shop. F2-0G also started beeping and chirping around the Millennium Falcon. We chatted with a Batuu resident (cast member) who mentioned that droids associated with the Resistance will have negative reactions to The First Order. Sure enough, F2-0G started to make noises around the TIE fighter.

On a recent visit to Batuu, we saw a new mat across from Droid Depot, perfect for operating your droid! Get some maneuvering practice in and see what friends your droid might make.

Droid Depot Disney World - Droid operating mat

Playing With Your Droid at Home

Fun with your droid can continue even when you return to your own planet! We highly recommend downloading the Droid Depot app. Once paired, your phone can be the remote control for much better maneuverability. You can also play games with your droid such as Tic-Tac-Toe or even have a droid dance party! The app is fairly limited but is a great option to revisit that unused droid just sitting on the shelf.

Remember when storing your droid to turn off both the droid and the remote to conserve battery. The remote can be switched off on the back and the droid has a small switch in the inner mechanism. If needed, the remote takes two AAA batteries and the droid takes six AA batteries.

You can always bring your droid back for return visits to Batuu as well. 'Til the spire!

Droid Depot Disney World - BB Unit and Backpack

Would you rather build a BB-series or an R-series droid? What would you name it? Let us know in the comments below!

Related: Our Galactic Guide to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disney World

Stay cool!

Keep hopping, Tad!
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Jan 26, 2023 at 3:47 p.m. Donna Parrish Says...

My grandsons 14th birthday is today and going to the. Park tomorrow. Thinking of giving him this for a birthday present if I can get a reservation. What does the droid do when you are back home? Anything?

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Feb 27, 2023 at 2:06 a.m. Megan Says...

No but if you leave it by a nother droid it will start to talk.

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Jan 30, 2023 at 8:20 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Donna!

Yes, while of course, it won't have things to interact with like it does at Galaxy's Edge, the droid can still move and be controlled via the remote control at home.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Jan 26, 2023 at 2:49 a.m. Joe Says...

Built a droid at the Droid Depot on my most recent trip to Disney World and loved it, it was fun building it and it's fun playing with it. (I've told my friends I was with that it put the R2-D2 figure i had when I was 8 to shame.) I didn't get a personality chip, and now I'm thinking about ordering one but I'm concerned if it needs to be set up in advance to be compatible.

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Feb 1, 2023 at 4:09 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Joe!

You can still insert a personality chip after it's been built.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Jan 21, 2023 at 1:57 a.m. Nathan Says...

What is the purpose of checking the id. I am visiting on school trip and am only 16. I want to make sure I don’t need someone over 18 with me

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Feb 27, 2023 at 3:04 a.m. You Says...

Yes yo do

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Jan 25, 2023 at 8:18 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Nathan!

If you make a Droid Depot reservation in advance, cast members can ask for ID upon check-in to verify your identity. Builders (or their guest, if any) must be at least 14 years old.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Feb 20, 2023 at 1:50 a.m. Cindy Says...

I read it to say 3+ recommended but either the builder or the guest has to be at least 14…we want to take our 7 and 9 year old nephews, can you confirm that you don’t have to be at least 14 to

Build??

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Feb 21, 2023 at 1:37 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Cindy!

Each builder is allowed one guest, so yes, at least one of them would need to be at least 14 years old (the builder can be younger as long as the guest is 14 years old or older).

Stay cool!

Tad

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Jan 16, 2023 at 12:42 a.m. KEWA Says...

Can you visit Droid Depot without building a lightsaber? Or is entry into the shop contingent on you building a droid? Thanks!

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Jan 17, 2023 at 8:41 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Kewa!

You can toadally visit Droid Depot without having to build a droid (but you must have a reservation to enter Savi's Workshop and build a lightsaber).

Stay cool!

Tad

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Jan 12, 2023 at 10:55 p.m. Sarah Says...

Hi, could you tell me approximate size of your droid, just wondering if it will fit in suitcase home

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Jan 13, 2023 at 10:37 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Sarah!

We've measured the box that it came in, which was approximately 15 inches tall and 10 inches long (in a hexagon shape). However, there is a lot of space inside, so the droid itself is smaller than that at about 13 inches tall, 9 inches long and 6 inches wide (we have the R series droid). Exact sizing may depend on the parts that you get.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Dec 9, 2022 at 2:17 p.m. Patches Says...

Probably 4 years ago we bout a BB8 from Walmart for Christmas. The head kept falling off while playing with it, then the remote overheated while charging. Do these have the same issues?

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Dec 14, 2022 at 11:43 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Patches!

No, we have not experienced similar issues with the droids that we built at Droid Depot.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Dec 7, 2022 at 4:15 a.m. Megan Says...

Hi - we have a reservation for next month for our 3 sons, age 8, 5, and 3 to build droids. Should I assign each of the 3 of them to be the builders? Should I assign a parent for the 3 year old and have him help? How does that work? Also, since there will only be 2 adults (mom and dad) with 3 child reservations, can we stagger them or do I need a different time reservation so that we're able to be with each of them at the time we reserve? Thanks for your help!

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Dec 14, 2022 at 1:12 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Megan!

If all three kids want to build droids, then you'll select 3 builders when making your reservation (can select up to 4 builders per reservation). We figure it'd be easier to build them all at once under one reservation. However, the building stations can accommodate 1 builder at a time, and at least one person at each station should be 14 years old or older. Just be prepared in case the cast members have you split into two groups - one with each parent - and then swap after the first kid is done.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Nov 26, 2022 at 4:57 a.m. Linda Says...

I just bought a droid at Disney Springs. It’s a R2W50 (Birthday celebration droid). Instructions say it goes to sleep mode if left for 5 minutes. How do I get it to wake up? Also the remote says something about accessories. What are they?

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Nov 28, 2022 at 10:46 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Linda!

The best way to wake up your droid is to turn the power switch off and back on again. As for accessories, you can buy personality chips for your droid.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Nov 8, 2022 at 7:09 p.m. Betsy Shaltry Says...

Returned from DW today. My grandsons each got to make a droid. When they put them in the overhead storage on the plane the remote controller had fallen out and they didn’t realize it till they git home. He’s 6 and devastated . It was his birthday present. Can i get a new control anywhere to replace it? Sad GG here☹️

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Dec 7, 2022 at 3:56 a.m. Jenn Says...

Hi Betsy,

you can download a APP on your phone called "Droid Depot" and follow the steps after you open the APP. it should show you how to connect it, the droids are bluetooth.

if you still have the droid box it should mention about the APP

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Nov 9, 2022 at 8:57 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Betsy!

Oh no! We wish we could help, but our best suggestion is contacting Disney Parks Merchandise Guest Services via phone at (877) 560-6477 or via email at Merchandise.Guest.Services@DisneyParks.com.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Oct 18, 2022 at 7:13 p.m. Joe De Leon Says...

This might seem boring to others but could I build a replica of R2-D2? I have a reservation this Friday.

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Oct 18, 2022 at 2:42 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Yes, you can, Joe! (Though keep in mind that color options may run out and become unavailable.) They also have pre-made R2-D2 replicas, as well.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Oct 16, 2022 at 1:02 p.m. Melissa Bauman Says...

I’m trying to budget for the experience. This trip is a once in a lifetime event for us, so I don’t want to have to say “No,” to things our son wants for his droid. How much should I budget for extras/accessories?

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Oct 17, 2022 at 2:01 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Melissa!

The main accessories for droids include a droid-carrying backpack ($49.99 - otherwise, it comes in a cardboard box), personality chips ($14.99 each), decals, panels and other attachments (prices vary from $7.99 to $17.99; all prices subject to change).

Stay cool!

Tad

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Sep 20, 2022 at 1:33 a.m. Peter Says...

Can I get an all white R2 droid. I want to decorate it my own way.

When I return to Batuu.

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Sep 21, 2022 at 9:04 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Peter!

We're not aware of any pieces that are purely one color, as most have at least one main color other than white. Though there are some pieces that you may be able to pick out that have more white in them, or DIY it afterwards (we've seen people with customized ones in Batuu).

Stay cool!

Tad

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Jun 25, 2022 at 5:02 a.m. Crystal Says...

If you build a droid and staying on property, can it be sent back to your resort? I know this was an option precovid.

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Jun 27, 2022 at 3:18 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Crystal!

Unfrogtunately, the option to send merchandise back to your resort has not returned. However, you can ship it home through the store.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Mar 22, 2022 at 1:27 p.m. Keith Says...

I built an R2 droid but they were out of white, center legs at the time. How can I go about buying just a white center legs now that they appear back in stock?

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Mar 24, 2022 at 7:17 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Keith!

We'd suggest reaching out to Disney Merchandise guest services at (877) 560-6477 or email merchandise.guest.services@disneyparks.com

Stay cool!

Tad

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Feb 1, 2022 at 9:20 p.m. Aidan Says...

Hi

I made a r2 unit this past summer and was trying to use my droid but for some reason it wont work, idk if it is dead, if it is pls let me know how to get it charged. If you know anything about this pls do, thanks.

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Feb 2, 2022 at 2:27 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Aidan!

To turn on the droid, there is a very small switch in the inner mechanism that gets switched on or off. Then you can switch on the remote (which takes two AAA batteries — and the droid itself takes six AA batteries — so double-check if those are good!). Here is the instruction manual — it came with the droid, but in case you don't have it anymore, it may be hopful. If you get it back up and running, then we'd recommend to turn off the remote and the internal mechanism inside the droid when not in use to prolong its life. Hope this helps!

Stay cool!

Tad

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Feb 3, 2022 at 4:15 p.m. Aidan Says...

Hi thank you so much for this information, I got him back up and running due to your help

thanks

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Feb 3, 2022 at 10:16 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

YAY! We're hoppy that he woke up :)

Stay cool!

Tad

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Dec 19, 2021 at 12:37 p.m. Rody Says...

Can I purchase this experience as a gift certificate for 2 other people? How do I do this?

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Dec 20, 2021 at 9:36 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Rody!

You can gift them with a Disney Gift Card — either a physical or digital card would be fine! The value should be right around $215 ($99.99 per droid, plus tax).

Stay cool!

Tad

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Dec 1, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. Melinda Says...

We are a family of four and I can not afford to get everyone their own lightsaber or droid to build. Is it possible that 2 people could help build the same droid? Thanks.

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Dec 1, 2021 at 3:47 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Melinda!

We don't think there would be an issue with two people taking turns to help build the same droid (or lightsaber). Although keep in mind that at least one person has to be 14 years old or older in each pair. If you're planning to build one of each, then you would need to split up. It'd be easier for the pair who isn't building a droid to observe from afar inside the store and watch the other pair build the droid, but only two people would be able to enter Savi's Workshop (the other two cannot observe). But if both pairs are building droids (or lightsabers), you could build them at the same time.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Nov 14, 2021 at 8:48 p.m. Jaclyn Morgan Says...

Hi! When we were in Disney and Universal in October, all of my 3 sons built droids. 2 built b series and the 1 built the r series. They LOVE them. However, when we returned home from Florida, we discovered one remote was missing. I contacted the resorts, but they were unable to discover the remote. Is it possible to purchase one and have it shipped to me?

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Nov 15, 2021 at 8:09 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Jaclyn!

We'd recommend contacting the Disney Parks Merchandise Guest Services team. You can call (877) 560-6477 or email merchandise.guest.services@disneyparks.com and a cast member will be able to help you with getting a replacement.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Oct 24, 2021 at 2:09 p.m. Mary A Cooper Says...

How can i purchase more personalites for my 2 sons R2D2 since we are back home? Would love to give them a couple of these for Christmas. THANKS!

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Oct 26, 2021 at 8:16 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Mary!

We've seen them available online :) Others in the Frog Pond may weigh in with their shopping experiences, too. Hoppy Christmas!

Mommy Frog

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Feb 1, 2021 at 3:11 p.m. Saber Says...

Do the droids move around on their own , like without the controller , I'm just asking cuz I do want to build one but I don't know what to expect

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Feb 1, 2021 at 9:35 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi there,

If you want a droid to move from Point A to Point B, you'll need to use the controller. However, the droids may move their heads around as they interact with elements in the land.

Stay cool!

Tad

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May 13, 2020 at 5:05 a.m. Crystal Says...

We have 3 boys and plan on letting each of them build one. Will the droids interact with each other when we get home? Also, I am trying to schedule a time but don’t know how to time it . Is it better to do later in the day or early in the morning. We have 2 days planned there, were thinking maybe on the second day? Trying not to interfere with food and fast passes. So much planning ???? thank you!

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May 13, 2020 at 8:18 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Crystal!

Yes, the droids will interact with one another when you get home - and the new Droid Depot app gives you a lot of fun options for your droid at home, too! The experience itself takes about half an hour, but the droids are a little bulky to carry around. If you can time it close to the end of the evening, giving yourself enough time to play around in the land with them, then head home, that may be ideal.

Stay cool!

Tad

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May 2, 2020 at 12:46 a.m. David Says...

Can you build the droid online?

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May 4, 2020 at 8:08 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi David!

The droid building experience is in-person only at this time in the parks. However, Disney just released a brand-new Droid Depot app that allows you to virtually build a droid on your smartphone! :)

Stay cool!

Tad

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Mar 28, 2020 at 7:02 p.m. Chad Duncan Says...

Haha, pretty sure that kid in the picture underneath the headline, Finding Droid Depot, is my son Cole. Hahaha. Small world.

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Mar 30, 2020 at 8:06 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Chad!

It's a small world after all ... or should we say, galaxy! :) That's awesome! Thanks for hopping by!

Stay cool!

Tad

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Mar 6, 2020 at 4:34 p.m. Jacky Arteaga Says...

Hello,

I purchased my BB-8 yesterday night and this morning is not working. When the buttons on the remote are pressed it doesn’t respond. How can I fix this?

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Mar 11, 2020 at 8:51 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Jacky,

It sounds like your BB-8 went into sleep mode, and you may need to pair the droid with the controller again. Here are the instructions to do so. Hope this helps!

Stay cool!

Tad

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Feb 27, 2020 at 9:43 a.m. Matt Says...

Hi im trying to book from the uk and it seems the app and website isnt allowing any bookings. Also the website wont even load. Any other ways to book the droid exp. We are bow within the 180 days and i want to make sure that we have this in place before we go. Any suggestions appreciated

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Feb 27, 2020 at 3:36 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Matt!

Oh no, so sorry to hear it! The good news is that you can call the reservation line directly to make a reservation for Droid Depot! They can be reached at 0800 16 90 749 (UK).

Stay cool!

Tad

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Feb 18, 2020 at 5:04 p.m. Rachael Says...

Hello,

i am visiting from the UK in November and i am wanting to build one. do you think they'll work over the seas? which ones are the evil personality? |

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Feb 19, 2020 at 9:34 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Rachael!

Yes, droids should work in the UK too - they are battery-operated :) There are some droids aligned with the Dark Side via a Personality Chip that you can purchase separately during the experience. Have fun!

Stay cool!

Tad

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Jan 28, 2020 at 5:32 p.m. Amber Says...

Was building a droid worth $100? I don't know if I want to spend that much money.

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Jan 28, 2020 at 2:42 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Amber!

This is toadally up to personal preference! We've gotten lots of use out of ours at home and had lots of fun building it, but for others, spending that $100 elsewhere makes more sense to them (a new spirit jersey, some time at Oga's, etc.)

Stay cool!

Tad

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Jan 28, 2020 at 7:32 a.m. Sue Says...

Hi we are visiting in August from UK, my grandson wanting to build and do the Droid and Laser exper ince , does the droid come with the back pack and the laser, does this have a carry case or are these an optional extra, are both able to be carried onto plane ?

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Jan 28, 2020 at 2:49 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Sue!

The droid will come with a box (you can kind of see if in the picture in this post), which will have a carrying handle. The lightsaber will come with a padded case. Both can be carried onto the plane per TSA, but you'll want to look into your luggage limitations with your airline to see if these will count towards your bag allocations :) When we flew Southwest, our droid fit (without the box) into our backpack, and we carried on the lightsaber and stowed it in the overhead compartment, which counted as our personal item and one carry on. Hope this helps!

Stay cool!

Tad

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Dec 27, 2019 at 9:58 a.m. Michael Says...

How big are the droids in centimetres?

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Dec 27, 2019 at 9:35 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Michael!

This can vary, since there are several accessories such as antennae that can impact the droid's total size. Our BB unit fit within the laptop portion of our backpack.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Dec 27, 2019 at 9:39 a.m. Michael Says...

In your opinion, is it better to build an R droid or a BB droid?

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Dec 27, 2019 at 9:33 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Michael!

We've built both models, and both were super fun! It really just depends on what you'd like most :) R units will move in a more linear fashion, while BB units will roll. The sounds and accessories also vary slightly. We'd say check it out when you get there and let the Force guide your decision ;) Have fun!

Stay cool!

Tad

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Dec 8, 2019 at 7:14 p.m. Monika Limanek Says...

Is shipping offered to get the droids home..

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Dec 9, 2019 at 9:08 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Monika!

No, no shipping is offered through Disney to get your droid home. We had no issues packing our droid in our carry on to take it home on the plane!

Stay cool!

Tad

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Nov 10, 2019 at 4:16 p.m. leiann Says...

we just got home from Disney and ours wont work. what can we do

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Nov 18, 2019 at 10:44 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Leiann,

Sorry to hear your droid isn't working! We suspect it's most likely a battery problem. The remote control requires two AAA batteries, and the droid itself needs six AA batteries. However, if you switch the batteries out and it's still not working, you can email Merchandise Guest Services at merchandise.guest.services@disneyparks.com with pictures of the receipt and your droid. They'd be hoppy to help out with an exchange.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Nov 5, 2019 at 3:16 p.m. Jami Says...

If you are staying on property can you have the droid sent to your resort like other purchases?

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Nov 6, 2019 at 10:11 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Jami!

You sure can! You can also have it sent to a designated pick up location near the main entrance.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Oct 15, 2019 at 1:26 p.m. Lori Burnett Says...

Can u purchase these from home and have one shipped. We were there opening week but the line was to long :( so thought be a nice Christmas present if I could !

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Oct 15, 2019 at 8:46 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Lori!

Unfortunately, not that we've seen. These are only available in the park at this time.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Oct 1, 2019 at 2:31 a.m. Mary beth Says...

My 5 year old daughter really wants to build a droid. Is it appropriate for her age? Will she be able to do anything with it one we get home? Can mommy and daddy both go with her to build it?

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Oct 1, 2019 at 1:01 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Mary Beth!

Yes, she will be able to control her droid at home, as well! The remote control has big, easy to understand buttons that make it easy for tadpoles. The whole family can be with her as she builds! The only tricky party is that the box can be a little heavy, so you or dad may need to help her carry it ... but be sure she stays close, because her droid will interact with the land! We think it's an experience she would enjoy.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Sep 24, 2019 at 2:55 p.m. Susan Says...

We purchased 2 R units. We were never made aware of the additional chips and were not given any instruction manual. Will these units be able to communicate with each other and us?

We have heard that they respond to commands and play games and dance ?

Where can we get help with this ?

Thank you

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Sep 24, 2019 at 10:24 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Susan!

So sorry to hear this! We were told about the chips as we purchased the droid itself, at the register. We also received an instruction manual at the end of the building process, which was put into the droid's box. The droids may chirp at each other, but those chips are where some of the more in-depth interaction comes from. We'd suggest giving Disney World a call directly at (407) 939-5277 to see how they may be able to help!

Stay cool!

Tad

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Sep 19, 2019 at 12:02 a.m. Wendy Says...

Hi! I was wondering if 2 people can experience the whole thing or does only one of them be able to see how the droid comes alive ,pick up the pieces ,etc.Thanks!

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Sep 19, 2019 at 8:56 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Wendy!

One person can be the builder, while one watches - both can definitely be there, but one of you will need to be the appointed "builder!" The quarters aren't as close as Savi's, so there's lots of room (and more than one person can watch! Just be sure to be mindful of other builders' space if it's busy). Have fun!

Stay cool!

Tad

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Sep 17, 2019 at 2:50 p.m. Christina Says...

I have a reservation for 2, the second person doesn't know if she wants to build yet or not. If she decides after the 24 hour window not to, will I still be charged a "no show" for her even she she just shows up to watch me build?

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Sep 17, 2019 at 12:48 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Christina!

According to the policy, she could be charged if she isn't also building, as that's a reservation they could fill with another paying builder, so we'd do our very best to cancel before the 24 hour window. (In practice, cast members tend to be really gracious about this, but we'd defer to the official policy just to be certain.) Hope this helps!

Stay cool!

Tad

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Sep 17, 2019 at 5:19 a.m. Lort Nelson Says...

I have a reservation to build a light saber at 9:44am then a reservation to build a droid at 10:45. Is this realistic or do I need to cancel one? These were the only times I could get.

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Sep 17, 2019 at 7:42 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi there!

This is realistic; the saber experience should take a half an hour max, and the two are right next door to one another in case it runs long :) Have a great time!

Stay cool!

Tad

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Sep 16, 2019 at 4:49 p.m. Shadow Says...

Hey Tad!

Could you tell me more about the personality chips? Like, did you buy one to insert as you were building it? Where do they go? I want to make sure my BB unit is able to communicate with the world as soon as I get him out of the shop and I've never found good info about the chips.

Great write up! Thank you for sharing with us!

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Sep 16, 2019 at 12:44 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Shadow!

Thanks so much for the kind words! When you hop into Droid Depot, there is a whole wall of personality chips along the back wall. Cast members are available to answer any questions you might have about functionality then, as well. (They answered some for us, though we didn't actually get a chip for ours!) If you have an appointment, head in early to take a look so that you can pick which one you'd most like for your droid! You'll then proceed to the check-in counter, where you'll pick whether you'd like a BB or R unit and pay for the assembly. You'll then head over to begin assembling, first at a conveyor belt, then at a station, and your chip will be inserted during that process (a cast member will help you put it in so that you know exactly how to do it yourself when you get home). The process is truly led by you unless you need a little assistance (which we toadally did at points - no big deal!). It's worth noting that whether or not you have an extra chip, your droid will interact - a lot - with Batuu upon leaving Droid Depot :) Let us know how it goes - hoppy building!

Tad

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Jan 29, 2021 at 6:55 p.m. Saber Says...

does the droid need a chip to interact with me or other droids , also does it respond to its own name?

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Jan 29, 2021 at 2:21 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi there!

The personality chips are toadally optional to purchase. Lily and I got our droids without adding any personality chips, and they still interacted with other droids and elements throughout Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge — though our droids have trouble remembering their names ;)

Stay cool!

Tad

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Sep 7, 2019 at 1 a.m. Chris U Says...

Hi there - how long would you say it took to complete this experience after checking in for your reservation and same question for Savi’s lightsaber building?

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Sep 9, 2019 at 10:06 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Chris!

Each experience took about thirty minutes in total.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Sep 6, 2019 at 7:45 p.m. Joe Says...

How do you think this experience compares vs. making the light saber? I'm wondering about overall experience, product, and price -- if you were to only choose one.

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Sep 6, 2019 at 3:08 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Joe!

Such a tough decision! This really differs from frog to frog. Mommy Frog really loved the droid and how it interacted with the park (you wouldn't think droids could be cute, but they sure are!) The downside is that the box can get heavy, so keep that in mind if you have tadpoles. The lightsaber is more of an overall experience. Many big Star Wars fans, who are more into collectibles and the details that go into things like building the lightsaber, prefer Savi's. Keep in mind that the lightsaber an awkward shape and will need to be carried around (we actually hopped back to our hotel to drop it off once we were done in Galaxy's Edge). If we had to choose just one, we'd personally choose the droid - but again, highly subjective opinion! :)

Stay cool!

Tad

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Aug 28, 2019 at 11:27 a.m. JoAnn Noyes Says...

Just made reservations for three of us to make one. My grand nephew will just turn 8 when we go and figured what a better birthday gift. Thinking of which I will make, thinking of HH2 for its name. (After my pups Harley and Harper).

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Aug 28, 2019 at 7:52 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

What a wonderful birthday gift - hoppy birthday to your grand nephew! Have a wonderful time!

Stay cool!

Tad

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Aug 28, 2019 at 12:30 a.m. Kulsum Ahsan Says...

Hi! Will they be able to ship the droids to us? I'm worried about taking it in our luggage and also how are the droids powered? Battery or rechargeable?

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Aug 28, 2019 at 8:01 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Kulsum!

They cannot be shipped directly via Disney, unfortunately. We actually removed our droid from its box and put it in our padded backpack and carried it on - it made it just fine! Some folks do pack them, but they are a bit of an awkward shape, and we just felt better with them in our carry on (it still fit under our seat). Other folks went to UPS before heading home and had the droid packed and shipped home that way, which we also think would work :) The droids are battery powered and you'll receive a manual to take home for maintenance.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Mar 26, 2022 at 2:10 p.m. Lucas Rigolosi Says...

Allow me to Include my self I am Lucas Rigolosi

I to am a big fan of Star Wars!

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Mar 26, 2022 at 10:24 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Welcome, Lucas! So hoppy you stopped by!

Stay cool!

Tad

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Mar 26, 2022 at 11:02 a.m. Lucas Rigolosi Says...

Sup Tad! No, I do not know how to make a droid

but I really want to go to Florida and learn how to

do it

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Mar 26, 2022 at 10:24 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Sup, Lucas! We hope you get to build your own droid too :)

Stay cool!

Tad

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Mar 27, 2022 at 8:14 p.m. Lucas Rigolosi Says...

Hey man! I was just wondering if you can help

telling me how to build a lightsaber not that

I can I bring my lightsaber on the flight home

but I just want to know how to do it. sorry to

bother you man!

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Mar 27, 2022 at 7:28 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Lucas!

My sis, Lily, wrote a blog post about building a lightsaber at Savi's Workshop. You can check it out here.

Stay cool!

Tad

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Mar 27, 2022 at 4:25 p.m. Lucas Rigolosi Says...

Tad! You know what man?! we just met and

and you are already a great friend!!!!

Stay cool man!

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Mar 27, 2022 at 3:46 p.m. Lucas Rigolosi Says...

Tad I ‘m getting a last Jedi att-att!

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Mar 27, 2022 at 3:33 p.m. Lucas Rigolosi Says...

I will try to keep that in mind when I build my

droid!

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Aug 28, 2019 at 5:14 p.m. Kulsum Ahsan Says...

Thankyou for the info, hope it doesn't eat up too many batteries. Both my boys want one.

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Aug 28, 2019 at 2:37 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hoppy to help, Kulsum! They take 7AA batteries each; we have had to change them out once since we got ours about two weeks ago. I hope your tadpoles have as much fun with them as I have!

Stay cool!

Tad

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Mar 27, 2022 at 3:28 p.m. Lucas Rigolosi Says...

Thanks Tad! Really appreciate it.

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Mar 27, 2022 at 7:27 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

No problem, Lucas!

Stay cool!

Tad

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