Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards |
| Origin | - |
| Microcontroller | ESP8266EX |
| Flash Memory | 4MB (ESP-12F) |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V |
| Input Voltage | 5V via Micro USB or VIN pin |
| Digital I/O Pins | 11 (D0-D8, RX, TX) |
| Analog Input Pins | 1 (A0, 0-1V range) |
| Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11 b/g/n |
| Programming Interface | Micro USB (CH340G chip) |
| Dimensions | 25.6mm x 17mm |
| Supported IDEs | Arduino IDE, NodeMCU Firmware, ESP-IDF |
Anonymous
Mar 23, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for IoT prototypes
This D1 Mini is incredibly small yet powerful. I used it to build a smart home temperature sensor, and the Wi-Fi connection was stable right out of the box. The pinout is clearly labeled, making wiring a breeze.
Anonymous
Mar 23, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Best bang for your buck
Compared to other ESP8266 boards, the form factor of the D1 Mini is unbeatable. It fits easily into small enclosures. The Lua support is a nice bonus if you prefer that over C++.
Anonymous
Mar 22, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Compact and reliable
I've bought ten of these for a classroom project. They are robust, handle 5V input well thanks to the regulator, and the CH340 driver works fine on both Windows and Mac. Highly recommended for education.
Anonymous
Mar 21, 2026
Rating: 5/5
My go-to development board
I use these for all my custom home automation nodes. They connect quickly to MQTT brokers and have enough GPIO pins for most sensors. The community support for this specific board is massive.
Anonymous
Mar 20, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great value, minor learning curve
As someone new to embedded systems, this board was affordable enough to experiment with. Setting up the Arduino IDE took a few tries, but once configured, uploading sketches was fast. Just wish the analog pin range was wider.
Anonymous
Mar 15, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Solid performance
Works exactly as described. The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is that the included headers were not pre-soldered, so I had to do that myself. Otherwise, no complaints about functionality.
Q: Does this board come with headers pre-soldered?
A: No, this version typically comes without pre-soldered headers to allow for flexible mounting options. You will need to solder them yourself or use female header sockets.
Q: Can I power this directly from a 5V USB charger?
A: Yes, the board features an onboard voltage regulator that converts 5V from the Micro USB port or VIN pin down to the 3.3V required by the ESP8266 module.
Q: Can this run MicroPython?
A: Yes, the ESP8266 chip on the D1 Mini is fully compatible with MicroPython. You can flash the MicroPython firmware using tools like esptool.py.
Q: Which driver do I need for Windows 10?
A: This board uses the CH340G USB-to-UART bridge. You will need to install the CH340 drivers, which are widely available online, to recognize the board in your IDE.
Q: Is the A0 pin capable of reading 0-3.3V signals?
A: No, the A0 analog input pin on the ESP-12F module is limited to a 0-1V range. Applying voltages higher than 1V may damage the pin. Use a voltage divider for higher voltages.
Commercial Roast Duck Warmer Display Cabinet, Countertop Heating Unit for Crispy Pork Belly, Roast Meat, and Goose
$444.50
Variable Frequency Drive 7.5KW Brand New Original
$2,312.00
Inverted Water Dispenser Stand for Pure Water, Office Drinking Water Rack, Convenience Store and Supermarket Shelf
$116.79
RSL Electric Guitar Series by Rockschool - ABRSM Edition 2018 Update, Grades 0-8 Complete 9-Volume Set
$30.00
Handmade Soap and Baking Cake Silicone Mold - Round 6-Cavity
$16.50
Meile Childhood Sponge Stamp Set - Kids' Paint Printing Tools with Sponge Brushes for Kindergarten Art
$14.30
2019 Jiangxi Isuzu Ruimai Lingtuo DMAX - Brand New Original Thickened Wear-Resistant Tires
$302.80
Pirelli P7 Run-Flat Tires 225 245 255 275 35 40 45 50 R17 18 19 20 21
$340.00
Lint-Free Industrial Wiping Cloth - Oil-Removing Absorbent Paper for Car Paint Wax and Grease Removal
$123.00
Henkel Loctite 495 Adhesive Genuine 401 406 416 460 496 Instant Glue Strong Industrial Adhesive for Metal and Plastic
$6.00
Industrial Ultrasonic Emulsification and Dispersion System - Anti-Foam Vibration for Pipeline Inner Wall Cleaning
$31,250.00
Commercial Small Electric Food Warmer Display Case for Fried Chicken, Burgers, Pies, Egg Tarts, and Youtiao - Constant Temperature Heating Cabinet for Breakfast
$623.00
Universal Triangular Stand for Mineral Water Bottles – Inverted Dispenser Rack for Water Coolers and Bottled Water Extraction
$5.10
Manufacturer Supply By-Product Cleaning Equipment, Fully Automatic Cylindrical Pig Tripe Degreaser and Cleaner for Cattle and Sheep Stomachs
$1,600.00
CANDLE.LAB | DIY Aromatherapy Candle Supplies, Natural Refined White Beeswax Pellets, Handmade Soap Materials #27
$9.00
![No-Shave Hair Transplant by Yongxiang Dean Team [Premium Customization], Unlimited Graft Count, Pain Management for Transplant Area](https://www.gosteppe.com/cache/small/product/269234/legacy-main-b28b879c33f1fe08b5eba226.webp)
No-Shave Hair Transplant by Yongxiang Dean Team [Premium Customization], Unlimited Graft Count, Pain Management for Transplant Area
$200,000.00
Kitchen Sink Drainage Mat - Sloped Countertop Drying Pad with Foldable Narrow Edges, Faucet Splash Guard, Storage Mat
$3.57
UE5 Unreal Engine 5.2-5.7 Physical Assembly System Physics Plugin
$0.50
![[Damai Holds Micro-Needle Hair Transplant Patent] Female Hairline | Non-Shaven Transplant 1000 Units | Forehead](https://www.gosteppe.com/cache/small/product/269231/legacy-main-b004541637d9aaa9d8c19288.webp)
[Damai Holds Micro-Needle Hair Transplant Patent] Female Hairline | Non-Shaven Transplant 1000 Units | Forehead
$17,000.00
Air Baffle for ABB ACS550-X2 R8 IP21 VFD
$3,450.00
Outdoor Waterproof Shockproof EDC Storage Box, Sealed Gear Case for Small Items
$5.10
Zhizhi Lin Zexu Small Regular Script Diamond Character Card Kaishu Copybook Porcelain Blue Gold Characters Brush Calligraphy Practice Folding Card
$68.00
Maotaizi Dual-Tip Dual-Color Glitter Markers for Kids - Non-Toxic Soft Tip Colored Pens for Elementary Art
$16.90
Tire Removal Socket Wrench and Spare Tire Tool Kit for Zhengzhou Nissan Paladin, Aoting, and Dongfeng Ruiqi Pickup Trucks
$16.90
Zhimo Ke Xingkai Technique Calligraphy Copybook - Upgraded Edition with Text, Images, and Video Tutorials for Beginners
$30.60
Small-Scale Yogurt Processing Production Line, Blended Yogurt Fermentation Equipment, Organic Milk Filling Machine
$115,920.00
Compact Manual Hot Stamping Machine for Logos, Business Cards, Leather Wallets, Plastic, and Wood - Heat Embossing and Branding Tool
$500.76
DIY Handmade Soap Mold – Single Square Silicone Mold for Homemade Soap
$1.96
Wall-Mounted Facial Towel Dispenser Transparent Upside-Down Design
$4.50
Colorful Ground Thread Inserts 16ER/IR1.0/2.0/3.0/3.5 ISO AG55/60 for High-Hardness Quenched Steel
$19.80
![[Youxin Electronics] GP2Y0E03 Infrared Distance Sensor Module 4-50cm Range](https://www.gosteppe.com/cache/medium/product/74667/legacy-main-4da8cadc5fc82afe91b124e3.webp)
![[Trial Pack] Xianlang Complete Cat Treat Sticks Meal Packs Main Course Cans Freeze-Dried Cat Food Sample Snacks Gift Set](https://www.gosteppe.com/cache/medium/product/208273/legacy-main-9ec245ebf781f65a434ba854.webp)
