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KiwiCo Pendulum Art Machine, built pendulum art machine
KiwiCo Pendulum Art Machine, kit box
KiwiCo Pendulum Art Machine, instruction booklet
KiwiCo Pendulum Art Machine

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KiwiCo Pendulum Art Machine

A build-it-yourself pendulum frame that swings paper under a pen to draw spirals.

$49.95 at KiwiCo · Price checked Oct 6

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Our verdict

Pendulum Art Machine is a single KiwiCo kit, not a subscription, listed at $49.95 for ages 7 and up (KiwiCo’s range is 7 to 12). Kids build a wooden frame that swings a platform below a pen, then change the swing speed, add weight or move the ropes to draw new geometric patterns. The built machine is about 21.5 x 11.5 x 19.9 inches.

It has only two owner reviews on KiwiCo, both 5 stars: one from the family of an 8-year-old who shared it with a younger sister, and one from a grandparent who made art with a 12-year-old. That is too few to judge long-term use.

It suits a 7- to 12-year-old who likes both art and experiments. Skip it if you are short on space or want lots of paper and pens; it is a large machine and you may need to add your own supplies over time.

Key details

  • Ages 7+
  • Arts & crafts
  • KiwiCo
  • Available

More info

  • Maker: KiwiCo
  • Age: 7+ (KiwiCo range 7–12)
  • Built size: 21.5 x 11.5 x 19.9 in
  • Type: single kit, no subscription
  • Price: $49.95
Best for and who should skip it

Best for

  • Kids aged 7 to 12 who like art and science together
  • Families who want one KiwiCo project with no subscription
  • Grandparents looking for a build-and-draw activity

Skip it if

  • You have little room for a 21-inch frame
  • Your child wants a quick craft with no build
What we like and what to keep in mind

What we like

  • Every swing makes a different spiral drawing
  • Kids can change rope length and weight to explore
  • Finished art can become cards and gifts

Keep in mind

  • Only two owner reviews so far on KiwiCo
  • The machine is large once built
  • Plan on extra paper and pens over time
How we reviewed it

Researched, not hands-on tested. This review is based on the sources listed below. We have not tested this product ourselves. Check the current product listing and packaging before buying.

Based on the maker's specifications and public owner reviews, checked Oct 6, 2026.

KiwiCo Pendulum Art Machine, built pendulum art machine

KiwiCo Pendulum Art Machine

Researched · Ages 7+

$49.95

Links go to the retailer

See it at KiwiCo

KiwiCo Pendulum Art Machine

$49.95 · Links go to the retailer

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What owners say.

  • 1 positive

Paraphrased from public owner reviews. Each one links to where it was posted.

Positive
A family gave it to an 8-year-old boy, who loved it, and his younger sister ended up joining in too.
KiwiCo owner reviewJun 12, 2024

Sources.

What we read for this review, and when we last checked it.

  1. 01 KiwiCo. Pendulum Art Machine kiwico.com · Checked Oct 6, 2026
  2. 02 KiwiCo. Pendulum Art Machine customer reviews kiwico.com · Checked Oct 6, 2026

How it compares.

This toy next to the alternatives we suggest, using the maker’s details.

Detail KiwiCo Pendulum Art Machine, built pendulum art machine This reviewKiwiCo Pendulum Art Machine Spirograph Deluxe Set, box front Spirograph Deluxe Set KiwiCo Chain Reaction Workshop, built chain-reaction run KiwiCo Chain Reaction Workshop
Price$49.95$29.99$69.95
Maker’s ageAges 7+Ages 8+Ages 9+
CategoryArts & craftsArts & craftsSTEM kits
Good forKids 7+ who like art and how machines workKids 8+ who like patterns and careful drawingKids 9+ who love Rube Goldberg machines
StockAvailableAvailableAvailable

Prices are the list prices we saw on the maker’s site and change often.

If this isn’t quite right.

Spirograph Deluxe Set

Spirograph Deluxe Set

A cheaper gear drawing set for ages 8+

See review
KiwiCo Chain Reaction Workshop

KiwiCo Chain Reaction Workshop

A bigger KiwiCo build for ages 9+

See review

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