Anonymous
Mar 23, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great starter board
Works well out of the box. The USB connector feels a bit fragile, so be careful when plugging and unplugging frequently. Otherwise, performance is top-notch for the cost.
Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards |
| Origin | - |
| Microcontroller Model | STM32F103C8T6 |
| Core Architecture | ARM Cortex-M3 |
| Flash Memory | 64 KB |
| SRAM | 20 KB |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V |
| Input Voltage Range | 3.6V - 5.0V (via LDO) |
| Clock Speed | Up to 72 MHz |
| GPIO Pins | 37 Available I/O Ports |
| Debug Interface | SWD / JTAG |
| Board Dimensions | 53mm x 23mm |
Anonymous
Mar 23, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great starter board
Works well out of the box. The USB connector feels a bit fragile, so be careful when plugging and unplugging frequently. Otherwise, performance is top-notch for the cost.
Anonymous
Mar 23, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Reliable and compact
Used this to control a small drone flight controller. The size is perfect for tight spaces, and the processing power is more than enough for sensor fusion algorithms. No overheating issues observed.
Anonymous
Mar 20, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Solid hardware, minor documentation gaps
The build quality is excellent and the chip is genuine. I had to look up some specific register details online as the included manual was basic, but that's standard for these minimal boards. Highly recommended for prototyping.
Anonymous
Mar 19, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Genuine chip verified
I was worried about counterfeit chips, but I verified the ID using ST-Link Utility and it is authentic. The voltage regulator is stable, and the oscillators are accurate. Will buy again.
Anonymous
Mar 10, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for learning embedded systems
This board is exactly what I needed to start my journey with STM32. The pinout is clearly labeled, and it works flawlessly with the Arduino IDE and PlatformIO. Great value for the price.
Anonymous
Mar 07, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Best budget development board
I bought this for my university project. It handles PWM, ADC, and UART communication without any issues. The bootloader is pre-installed which saved me a lot of time.
Q: Is this compatible with the Arduino IDE?
A: Yes, you can use this board with the Arduino IDE by installing the appropriate STM32 core package via the Board Manager. Many users successfully upload sketches this way.
Q: Can I program this using an ST-Link V2 debugger?
A: Yes, absolutely. The board features a standard SWD interface header that is fully compatible with ST-Link V2 and other JTAG/SWD debuggers.
Q: Does this board come with a USB cable?
A: No, the package includes only the development board. You will need a standard Micro-USB cable separately to connect it to your computer for power and programming.
Q: Does it support 5V logic levels on the GPIO pins?
A: No, the STM32F103C8T6 operates at 3.3V logic levels. While most pins are 5V tolerant for input, the output voltage is strictly 3.3V. Use a level shifter if interfacing with 5V devices.
Q: What is the maximum current this board can supply to peripherals?
A: The onboard LDO regulator can typically supply up to 200mA total for the board and connected peripherals. For high-power devices, we recommend using an external power source.