Anonymous
Mar 28, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Solid performance, minor USB cable issue
The RP2040 chip is powerful and the documentation is excellent. I had to swap the USB cable to get it recognized initially, but once running, it works flawlessly.
Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards |
| Origin | - |
| Microcontroller | RP2040 Dual-Core ARM Cortex-M0+ |
| Clock Speed | Up to 133 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 2MB On-board QSPI |
| SRAM | 264KB |
| GPIO Pins | 26 Multi-function GPIO pins |
| Programming Languages | MicroPython, CircuitPython, C, C++ |
| USB Interface | Micro-USB (USB 1.1 Host/Device) |
| ADC Resolution | 3 x 12-bit ADC channels |
| Operating Voltage | 1.8V to 5.5V |
| Dimensions | 51mm x 21mm |
Anonymous
Mar 28, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Solid performance, minor USB cable issue
The RP2040 chip is powerful and the documentation is excellent. I had to swap the USB cable to get it recognized initially, but once running, it works flawlessly.
Anonymous
Mar 24, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for learning embedded systems
This board is incredibly easy to set up with MicroPython. The dual-core processor handles multitasking well for simple projects. Great value for the price.
Anonymous
Mar 15, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Great for custom robotics controllers
Using this for a small robot controller. The PIO state machines are a game changer for handling precise timing without blocking the main CPU.
Anonymous
Mar 13, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good hardware, needs external WiFi for IoT
Excellent board for general logic and sensor reading. Just remember it doesn't have built-in WiFi like the ESP32, so you need an add-on for connectivity.
Anonymous
Mar 12, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Best beginner board
I switched from Arduino to this and love the speed of Python development. The pinout is clearly labeled on the board which helps a lot.
Anonymous
Mar 07, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Reliable and fast
Been running a data logger project for weeks without a single crash. The power consumption is also very low when sleeping.
Q: Are there any libraries available for sensor integration?
A: Yes, there is a vast ecosystem of libraries available for MicroPython and C/C++ that support common sensors like DHT11, MPU6050, and OLED displays.
Q: Does this board come with pre-installed MicroPython?
A: Yes, the Raspberry Pi Pico typically comes with MicroPython pre-installed. You can start coding immediately by connecting it to your computer.
Q: Is the 2MB flash memory expandable?
A: The on-board flash is fixed at 2MB, but the RP2040 chip supports connecting external QSPI flash chips if your project requires more storage.
Q: Can I power this board with a 3.7V LiPo battery?
A: Absolutely. The onboard voltage regulator supports input voltages between 1.8V and 5.5V, making it perfect for direct LiPo battery connection.
Q: How do I enter bootloader mode?
A: Hold down the BOOTSEL button while plugging the USB cable into your computer. It will appear as a mass storage device where you can drag and drop UF2 files.