ESP32 Basic Core IoT Development Kit
The M5Stack Basic is a cost-effective, entry-level IoT development kit ideal for beginners. It features the ESP32 SoC with integrated Wi-Fi and 16MB flash, offering dual-core, low-power performance. The kit includes a 2.0-inch IPS display, speaker, and custom buttons, all housed in an industrial-grade enclosure. Its stacked design separates core components from the battery and expansion pins for convenience. With a rich hardware expansion ecosystem, it enables rapid prototyping and accelerates the transition from development to commercialization, making it suitable for IoT controllers, STEM education, DIY projects, and smart-home devices.
$39.90
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
1185
/ 1544
#1185 in Development Boards
Price vs Category Average
-54%
Below average
SoC
32063240
/ ESP-DWDQ-V Dual-core processor, MHz
Who it's for
- All-in-One Convenience
- Effortless Expandability
- Accessible Software Options
Who should skip it
- Premium Price Point
- Restricted GPIO Access
- Ecosystem Specificity
Key Specs
SoC
ESP32-D0WDQ6-V3 Dual-core processor, 240MHz
SRAM
520KB
Flash
16MB
Wi-Fi
2.4 GHz
Input Voltage
5V@500 mA
Host Interface
USB Type-C x 1, HY2.0-4P x 1
Product Size
54.0 × 54.0 × 17.0 mm
Product Weight
49.5 g
Features
- ESP32 based
- 2.0-inch IPS display, speaker, 3 × custom buttons
- Built-in lithium battery with PMU, Type-C interface
- 16MB Flash
- 15 × broken-out IO pins
- Integrated full-color HD IPS display and multiple peripherals
- Supports UiFlow, Arduino IDE, ESP-IDF, PlatformIO development environments
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the ESP32 Basic Core IoT Development Kit by M5Stack for its exceptional ease of use and thoughtful integrated design. Many appreciate how quickly they can begin projects, attributing this to the preassembled components and clear documentation. The compact, robust build quality also receives positive remarks, making it a convenient and reliable choice for both beginners and experienced developers seeking a streamlined IoT solution. Its all in one nature simplifies setup, enhancing the overall development experience significantly.
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