Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards |
| Origin | - |
| Microcontroller | Dual-core ARM Cortex-M0+ RP2040 |
| Clock Speed | Up to 133 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 2 MB on-board QSPI flash |
| SRAM | 264 KB |
| GPIO Pins | 26 multi-function GPIO pins |
| Programming Languages | MicroPython, C, C++, CircuitPython |
| Connectivity | USB 1.1 Host and Device support |
| Power Input | 5V via Micro-USB or VSYS pin |
| Dimensions | 51mm x 21mm |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +70°C |
Anonymous
Mar 29, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good compatibility
Swapped this in for a project originally designed for the official board. Everything compiled and ran without modification. The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is the slightly different shade of green on the PCB, purely aesthetic though.
Anonymous
Mar 17, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for learning embedded systems
This board is an excellent entry point into microcontrollers. The MicroPython support makes it incredibly easy to get started without dealing with complex C setups immediately. The dual-core performance is surprising for the price point.
Anonymous
Mar 15, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Reliable and fast
The boot time is instant, and the USB drag-and-drop programming feature is a huge time saver. I appreciate the consistent voltage regulation which keeps my sensors reading accurately.
Anonymous
Mar 12, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Solid hardware, documentation could be better
The hardware itself is fantastic and runs cool even under load. My only minor gripe is that some specific peripheral examples aren't as well documented as the official boards, but the community forums fill the gap quickly.
Anonymous
Mar 03, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Great value alternative
Works flawlessly with all my existing Raspberry Pi Pico projects. The build quality feels solid, and the pinout is standard. I've used it for a home automation sensor node and it hasn't missed a beat.
Anonymous
Mar 03, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Ideal for university projects
Bought five of these for our engineering capstone project. They are affordable enough to risk burning one out while learning, yet powerful enough for complex tasks like motor control and data logging.
Q: How much current can the 3.3V pin supply?
A: The on-board regulator can supply up to 300mA total for the board and external peripherals connected to the 3.3V pin. Please calculate your component usage carefully to avoid brownouts.
Q: Is this board compatible with the official Raspberry Pi Pico headers?
A: Yes, this board features the standard castellated hole layout and pinout, making it fully compatible with existing Pico headers and shields.
Q: What software do I need to install to program this?
A: You can use the Thonny IDE for MicroPython, which is very beginner-friendly. For C/C++ development, we recommend using the Raspberry Pi Pico SDK with Visual Studio Code or PlatformIO.
Q: Can I power this board directly from a 3.7V LiPo battery?
A: You can connect a LiPo battery to the VSYS pin, but please ensure you have appropriate protection circuitry as the input range is 1.8V to 5.5V. For direct charging capabilities, an external charger module is recommended.
Q: Does it support WiFi or Bluetooth out of the box?
A: No, the RP2040 chip on this board does not have built-in WiFi or Bluetooth. However, you can easily add these features using external modules like the ESP-01 or HC-05 via the GPIO pins.
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