Adafruit
Microsoft Azure IoT Starter Kit w/ Adafruit Feather HUZZAH
This Microsoft Azure IoT Starter Kit, developed with Microsoft, centers around the Adafruit Feather HUZZAH ESP8266, an all-in-one development board featuring built-in WiFi and Azure certification for IoT projects. The core microcontroller operates at 80 MHz with 3.3V logic, supporting programming via the familiar Arduino IDE. The kit includes essential components like a PIR motion sensor, DHT22 temperature/humidity sensor, various switches, LEDs, and a premium full-size breadboard to accelerate your cloud-connected development journey. It offers fast code uploading and an auto-reset feature for efficient iteration.
$37.56
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
931
/ 1543
#931 in Development Boards
Price vs Category Average
-57%
Below average
Board Type
Feather
/ Feather
Who it's for
- Seamless Azure Integration
- Robust Hardware Ecosystem
- Comprehensive Starter Package
Who should skip it
- Higher Initial Cost
- Azure Service Dependency
- Limited Processing Power (ESP8266)
Key Specs
Board Type
Feather
Microcontroller
ESP8266 running at 80 MHz
Operating Voltage
3.3V logic level
Connectivity
Integrated Wi-Fi (ESP8266 chipset)
Programming Interface
USB-Serial chip supporting 921600 baud
Power Input
USB supported, battery supported
Form Factor
Feather standard
Certification
Azure Certified for IoT
Features
- Azure Certified for IoT compatibility
- Includes Feather HUZZAH ESP8266 WiFi board
- Programmable easily with Arduino IDE
- Comes with sensors for immediate IoT projects
- Fast code uploading via USB-Serial
- Features convenient auto-reset functionality
- Designed for portable microcontroller applications
- Microsoft Azure IoT Integration
- Comprehensive Sensor Suite
- Breadboarding Essentials Included
What customers say
This kit is highly valued as a focused entry point to enterprise cloud connectivity, primarily due to its seamless integration with Azure services. Users consistently praise the quality and reliability of the Adafruit Feather HUZZAH hardware and its supportive ecosystem. The kit effectively bridges physical computing with cloud infrastructure, offering strong educational value. However, the learning curve for Azure provisioning can be steep, requiring significant dedication to navigate complex documentation. Some advanced users also noted the hardware lacks the processing power of newer microcontrollers. Overall, it is strongly recommended for those committed to mastering the Azure environment, provided they anticipate initial configuration hurdles.
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