Particle
Boron LTE-M Starter Kit with EtherSIM for North America
Unlock the potential of cellular IoT with the Boron LTE-M Starter Kit, designed for North American networks. This kit features a compact Feather form factor, making it ideal for integrating into various projects. It's powered by the Nordic nRF52840 and includes the u-blox SARA R510S-01B LTE modem for reliable wide-area connectivity. With an integrated global SIM and data plan, plus on-board Bluetooth, you can start prototyping immediately and connect your devices seamlessly to the Particle IoT Platform.
$49.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
933
/ 1546
#933 in Development Boards
Price vs Category Average
-43%
Below average
Form Factor
Feather
/ Feather
Who it's for
- Seamless Cloud Integration
- Optimized LPWAN Technology
- Developer-Friendly Starter Kit
Who should skip it
- Higher Total Cost of Ownership
- Geographic Restriction
- Steep Cellular Learning Curve
Key Specs
Form Factor
Feather
Cellular Modem
u-blox SARA R510S-01B LTE
Microcontroller
Nordic nRF52840
Connectivity
LTE-M, Bluetooth
SIM
On-board global embedded SIM
Included Antenna
Cellular flex antenna (PARANTC41EA)
Included Components
Mini breadboard, USB cable, 2x resistors, 1x LED, 1x photodiode
Physical Interface Ports
USB-C
Features
- Integrated global SIM and data plan included
- Compact Feather form factor for easy integration
- Powerful LTE-M connectivity for wide-area IoT
- On-board Bluetooth for local device communication
- Seamless integration with Particle IoT Platform
- Ready for immediate prototyping with included components
- Designed for North American LTE-M networks
What customers say
Developers highly value the Boron LTE M Starter Kit for its streamlined cellular IoT prototyping experience. The integrated Particle ecosystem, featuring robust hardware and the intuitive Device Cloud, significantly simplifies complex cellular deployments. A key strength is the EtherSIM, which offers reliable, multi-carrier connectivity across North America, easing logistical challenges. While hardware quality and ease of integration receive consistent praise, the primary friction point is long-term value. Ongoing data plan costs beyond the initial tier often raise concerns about total ownership expense. Nevertheless, users recognize they are paying a premium for substantial time savings and a highly reliable development workflow, making it an essential tool for rapid proof of concept work.
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