--- product_id: 1321226 title: "Original Hoberman Sphere" brand: "john n. hansen" price: "COP 404288" currency: COP in_stock: true category: "John N. Hansen" url: https://www.desertcart.co/products/1321226-original-hoberman-sphere store_origin: CO region: Colombia --- # Expands 9.5" to 30" diameter STEM learning & spatial skills Award-winning mechanical design Original Hoberman Sphere **Brand:** john n. hansen **Price:** COP 404288 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌟 Expand your mind and your sphere — the iconic kinetic rainbow everyone’s talking about! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Original Hoberman Sphere by john n. hansen - **How much does it cost?** COP 404288 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co](https://www.desertcart.co/products/1321226-original-hoberman-sphere) ## Best For - john n. hansen enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted john n. hansen brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Vibrant Rainbow Aesthetic:** Bright, multicolor design that doubles as a sensory delight and eye-catching decor piece. - • **Versatile Fun for Everyone:** Perfect for classrooms, offices, therapy, or family game nights—expand your creativity anytime. - • **STEM-Driven Curiosity Booster:** Hands-on exploration of geometry, motion, and spatial relationships for all ages. - • **Globally Acclaimed Engineering:** Designed by Chuck Hoberman, this award-winning toy blends art and science flawlessly. - • **Transformative Play Experience:** Watch it grow from a compact 9.5" sphere to a mesmerizing 30" kinetic marvel. ## Overview The Hoberman Original Sphere Rainbow is a lightweight, durable, and award-winning expanding geometric ball that grows from 9.5 inches to 30 inches in diameter. Designed by inventor Chuck Hoberman, it’s a hands-on STEM toy that encourages learning about geometry, engineering, and spatial relationships through mesmerizing kinetic motion. Its vibrant rainbow colors and included pulley system make it perfect for play, display, and educational environments, engaging users aged 4 to 104 in creative, interactive fun. ## Description Product Description The Hoberman Sphere is the original award-winning geometric expanding/contracting ball. Made of linked plastic struts, each one is a marvel of mechanical engineering. Pull on any of the sphere's hubs and watch as it dramatically expands from 9.5 inches to 30 inches! Kids want to touch it, adults want to examine it, and everyone wants to play with it. Perfect for hands-on play and STEM-inspired learning, the Hoberman Sphere encourages curiosity about science, design, motion, and spatial relationships. Children can explore the mechanics of expansion and contraction while developing motor skills and creative thinking through interactive play. Whether used at home, in classrooms, in therapy settings, or as a unique office or bedroom display, the Rainbow Sphere delivers endless fascination and repeat play value. The lightweight yet durable construction makes it easy to expand, collapse, toss, and display. Its vibrant rainbow colors make it visually exciting for all ages, while the innovative design has made the Hoberman Sphere an internationally recognized classic for decades. Great for birthdays, holidays, classrooms, sensory play, and family game nights, The Original Hoberman Rainbow Sphere combines educational value, creativity, and unforgettable kinetic fun in one iconic toy. desertcart.com The Hoberman Sphere starts small and grows larger. And vice versa. Made of rainbow-colored plastic links, the sphere expands to 30 inches in diameter and contracts to a compact 9.5 inches. There's a hypnotic fascination in making the sphere expand and contract over and over again, but if kids want to do more with their sphere, a guide (included) lists some possibilities. How about trying the ballerina spin, the flip down, or the hot potato? The sphere can also be a fashion accessory. Think spiked hat or, even better, space helmet. Another option is to hang the sphere as a mobile. A pulley system is included, and a pull of the ring will cause the sphere to contract. Release the ring for expansion. Plenty of fun, the Hoberman Sphere might get kids thinking about mechanical engineering and some folding/unfolding projects of their own. Winner of the Parents' Choice Award. --Wendy Slotboom P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); From the Manufacturer The original Hoberman Sphere. Expands from 9.5" to 30"! See more ## Features - THE ORIGINAL HOBERMAN RAINBOW SPHERE: A rainbow of bright colors that expands to create a toy, teaching tool or an object of art! Includes a pulley, hardware, and instructions to hang as a cool, kinetic mobile. Also includes “21 Cool Things To Do" activity sheet. Designed for ages 4 to 104. - AWARD-WINNING ORIGINAL DESIGN: Created by renowned inventor and designer Chuck Hoberman, the Hoberman Sphere is a globally recognized classic toy and STEM favorite. - HANDS-ON STEM LEARNING: Encourages curiosity about geometry, engineering, motion, and spatial relationships through fun, interactive play. - MESMERIZING KINETIC ACTION: The unique expanding and collapsing movement creates a fascinating visual effect that keeps kids engaged and entertained. - ICONIC EXPANDING TOY: The Original Hoberman Rainbow Sphere combines educational value, innovative engineering, and endless play possibilities in one unforgettable toy. Vibrant multicolor construction makes the sphere visually exciting and perfect for sensory play, classrooms, and displays. - FUN FOR KIDS AND ADULTS: Great for family play, classrooms, offices, dorm rooms, therapy environments, and anyone who enjoys creative, interactive toys. Helps develop fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, creativity, and imaginative thinking during hands-on exploration. - LIGHTWEIGHT & DURABLE: Designed for repeated expanding, collapsing, tossing, and everyday play while remaining easy for kids to handle. - GREAT GIFT IDEA: Perfect for birthdays, holidays, STEM enthusiasts, sensory toy collections, teachers, and curious minds of all ages. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00000JN49 | | Age Range Description | Kid | | Best Sellers Rank | #27,020 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #218 in Educational Science Kits | | Brand Name | John N. Hansen | | Color | Multicolor | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (860) | | Educational Objective | stem | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00021105131147, 00780358101047 | | Included Components | mobile | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor | | Is Assembly Required | No | | Item Dimensions | 9.5 x 9.5 x 9.5 inches | | Item Type Name | Hoberman Original Sphere--Rainbow (Discontinued by manufacturer) | | Item Weight | 1 Pounds | | Manufacturer | John N. Hansen Co. Inc. | | Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 1200.0 | | Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 48.0 | | Manufacturer Part Number | TED-HS104 | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model Number | HS104 | | Number of Players | 1 | | Operation Mode | Manual | | Power Source | manual | | Set Name | Single Hoberman Sphere Toy | | Size | Small | | Sub Brand | (-) | | Subject Character | (-) | | Supported Battery Types | No batteries required | | Theme | Geometry | | UPC | 885788960513 885863156466 890418009890 885220147328 885226967777 692000177990 021105131147 885143493595 885863118983 025766201041 780358101047 765635859804 885153049195 885183659128 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Images ![Original Hoberman Sphere - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81BRVgTzqxL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: My Hoberman sphere got locked in the open position. Is it broken or is there a way to close it? I can't find the instructions - hardcopy or online!** A: Had the same problem; went through and checked that all the pieces were fully clipped and noticed some yellow ‘tabs’ that don’t clip-they sort of act as stops to keep it from opening too far. Some of the tabs were stuck when the sphere had been forced open too far. Fixed the tabs and it closed right down! **Q: How do you contract it once it's locked open? Lost directions.** A: Hold the sphere at top and bottom and let it collapse. IF hanging it will stay open only. This thing does not lock to the best of my knowledge **Q: how tall is it in feet?** A: 2 1/2 feet. **Q: Is there a Hoberman sphere that expands larger than 3 feet?** A: The Mega Sphere expands to 4.5 feet. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00005N5FV?ref=myi_title_dp ## Frequently Bought Together - Original Hoberman Sphere Plastic Expandable Toy, Rainbow - Hoberman Expanding Mini Sphere Toy - Hoberman: Sphere-- Expanding Universe Glow --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co/products/1321226-original-hoberman-sphere](https://www.desertcart.co/products/1321226-original-hoberman-sphere) --- *Product available on Desertcart Colombia* *Store origin: CO* *Last updated: 2026-07-16*