Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards |
| Origin | - |
| Microcontroller | ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N16R8 (16MB Flash, 8MB PSRAM) |
| Display Type | 1.54-inch E-Ink (Electronic Paper) |
| Display Resolution | 200 x 200 pixels |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 2.4GHz and Bluetooth 5 (LE) |
| AI Capabilities | Supports XiaoZhi AI and deepseek integration |
| Interface | USB Type-C for power and programming |
| Power Supply | 5V via USB or 3.7V Li-Po battery connector |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V logic level |
| Dimensions | 68mm x 42mm x 12mm |
| Supported IDEs | Arduino IDE, ESP-IDF, MicroPython, CircuitPython |
Anonymous
Mar 29, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Exceeded expectations
Fast shipping and the board arrived in perfect condition. The deepseek compatibility opens up some interesting possibilities for local LLM experiments. Highly recommended for advanced makers.
Anonymous
Mar 29, 2026
Rating: 5/5
XiaoZhi AI integration is a game changer
I was skeptical about the on-board AI claims, but the XiaoZhi integration actually works well for simple voice commands and local processing. The Bluetooth connectivity is stable too.
Anonymous
Mar 17, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for low-power IoT projects
The E-Ink display is crisp and the ESP32-S3 handles the refresh rates beautifully. Great for building weather stations or smart badges that need to run on battery for weeks.
Anonymous
Mar 15, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great board, steep learning curve for E-Ink
Hardware quality is excellent. The AI features are promising, but you need to dig into the documentation to get the E-Ink library working smoothly with MicroPython. Once set up, it works flawlessly.
Anonymous
Mar 08, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Best value for learning embedded AI
Bought this for my university project. The combination of WiFi, Bluetooth, and the e-paper screen makes it versatile. The USB-C port is a nice touch for modern setups.
Anonymous
Mar 01, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Solid hardware, minor pinout quirks
The board performs well under load. Just be careful with the GPIO pin mapping if you are porting code from other ESP32 boards. The display driver is efficient and saves a lot of power.
Q: Does this board support external antennas for better Wi-Fi range?
A: Yes, the ESP32-S3 module on this board has an IPEX connector option in some batches, but the standard version uses the onboard PCB antenna. For extreme range, external amplifiers are recommended.
Q: Can I power this directly with a 3.7V Li-Po battery without a regulator?
A: The board includes a battery charging circuit and power management. You can connect a standard 3.7V Li-Po battery to the dedicated JST connector, and the board will handle charging and regulation automatically.
Q: What libraries are needed for the XiaoZhi AI features?
A: You will need to install the specific Waveshare ESP32-S3 AIoT library package available on our GitHub repository. It includes wrappers for XiaoZhi and examples for deepseek integration.
Q: Does it come with a protective case?
A: No, the package includes only the development board and a USB-C cable. Protective cases and expansion modules are sold separately to allow for custom project enclosures.
Q: Is the E-Ink display color or black and white?
A: This specific model features a black and white (grayscale) 1.54-inch E-Ink display. It does not support color, which helps maximize battery life and readability in direct sunlight.
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