Anonymous
Mar 31, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Reliable 9-axis data
The fusion of accelerometer, gyroscope, and magnetometer data is very smooth. I used it for a VR head tracking prototype and the latency is minimal. Excellent product.
Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Sensors |
| Origin | - |
| Chip Model | MPU-9255 |
| Axes Configuration | 9-Axis (3-Axis Gyro, 3-Axis Accel, 3-Axis Magnetometer) |
| Communication Interface | I2C and SPI |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V - 5V DC |
| Gyro Range | ±250, ±500, ±1000, ±2000 dps |
| Accelerometer Range | ±2g, ±4g, ±8g, ±16g |
| Magnetometer Resolution | 14-bit |
| Package Type | Breakout Board Module |
| Dimensions | 20mm x 16mm x 3mm |
| Primary Application | Drones, Robotics, Motion Tracking |
Anonymous
Mar 31, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Reliable 9-axis data
The fusion of accelerometer, gyroscope, and magnetometer data is very smooth. I used it for a VR head tracking prototype and the latency is minimal. Excellent product.
Anonymous
Mar 16, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Bulk order success
Ordered ten units for our makerspace. All arrived in perfect condition and tested working immediately. The build quality of the breakout board is solid.
Anonymous
Mar 11, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Exceeded expectations
I was worried about noise in the readings, but the internal filtering on the MPU-9255 handles it well. Great for balancing robots. Fast shipping too!
Anonymous
Mar 08, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great value for learning
Bought this for a university robotics project. It connects easily to Arduino and Raspberry Pi. The only downside is the documentation could be slightly more detailed for beginners, but online communities help.
Anonymous
Mar 06, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for my custom quadcopter
This sensor module works flawlessly with my flight controller setup. The data output is stable and the magnetic calibration was straightforward. Highly recommended for DIY drone projects.
Anonymous
Mar 06, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good sensor, needs careful wiring
The sensor itself is fantastic, but make sure you check your voltage levels before connecting to 5V logic boards. Once set up correctly with pull-up resistors, it performs perfectly.
Q: Does this come with example code?
A: The physical module does not include a physical manual with code, but there are extensive open-source libraries available on GitHub and the Arduino Library Manager that provide ready-to-run examples for reading all 9 axes.
Q: What is the difference between MPU-9250 and MPU-9255?
A: The MPU-9255 is an updated version of the MPU-9250 with improved performance in the magnetometer and better power management features. They are largely pin-compatible and use similar libraries, but the 9255 offers slightly better accuracy.
Q: Can I power this with 5V directly?
A: Most breakout boards for the MPU-9255 include a voltage regulator, allowing them to accept 5V input safely. However, please check the specific silkscreen on your board; if it says 3.3V only, do not connect 5V to the VCC pin.
Q: Is this module compatible with Arduino Uno?
A: Yes, the MPU-9255 module is fully compatible with Arduino Uno. You can connect it via I2C using the A4 (SDA) and A5 (SCL) pins. Ensure you use a library like Adafruit_MPU9250 or similar for easy integration.
Q: How do I calibrate the magnetometer?
A: Calibration typically involves rotating the sensor in a figure-eight pattern in 3D space while running a calibration sketch. Many libraries have built-in functions to capture min/max values during this motion to calculate offset corrections.