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Ready to join the mesh? This guide will help you find the right Meshtastic device for your needs. Whether you’re looking for a portable tracker, a fixed solar repeater, or something in between, there’s a device for you.
Where to Buy
Official Partner Brands
These manufacturers produce officially supported Meshtastic hardware with excellent documentation and community support:
- Heltec - Popular ESP32-based devices, great for grid power
- RAK Wireless - nRF52-based WisBlock system with modular design
- Lilygo - Wide variety of ESP32 devices with screens and GPS
- Seeed Studios - Premium solar nodes and trackers
Community Supported Brands
- Meshnology - Custom designed Meshtastic devices
- Muzi Works - High-quality nRF52 nodes with GPS
- Atlavox - Solar-powered beacon nodes
- Elecrow - Affordable options with varied feature sets
- B&Q Station G2 - High-power licensed ham operator station
- LowMesh - Compact pocket nodes
- Peak Mesh - Custom builds on Etsy
- Spec5 - Custom builds on Etsy
Retailers
- Rokland - US-based retailer with good selection
- Amazon - Various models available with Prime shipping
Popular Device Models
ESP32: Better for grid-powered setups with WiFi access. Lower cost, more features, but higher power consumption.
nRF52: Better for battery/solar powered deployments. Much more power efficient, easier firmware updates via UF2.
General Purpose Devices
These devices are great for everyday use - portable, on-body, desktop, or vehicle mounting. They typically include screens, GPS, and good battery life.
| Brand | Model | Chipset | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heltec | V3 | ESP32 | Desktop/vehicle, WiFi needed |
| Heltec | V4 | ESP32 | Desktop/vehicle, WiFi needed |
| Heltec | T114 | nRF52 | Battery-powered handheld |
| RAK Wireless | RAK4631 | nRF52 | Modular builds |
| RAK Wireless | WisMesh Tag | nRF52 | Location tracking |
| RAK Wireless | WisMesh Pocket | nRF52 | Portable handheld |
| LowMesh | Pocket-S | nRF52 | Ultra-compact portable |
| Seeed Studios | T1000-E | nRF52 | GPS tracking |
| Seeed Studios | Wio Tracker L1 Pro | nRF52 | Advanced tracking |
| Lilygo | T-Beam | ESP32 | Popular all-in-one |
| Lilygo | T-Echo | ESP32 | E-ink display |
| Lilygo | T-Deck | ESP32 | Keyboard + screen |
| Lilygo | T-LoRa Pager | ESP32 | Compact pager |
| Lilygo | T-Watch | ESP32 | Wearable |
| Lilygo | T-Echo Lite | nRF52 | Battery-efficient |
| Elecrow | ThinkNode M5 | ESP32 | Affordable option |
| Elecrow | ThinkNode M1 | nRF52 | Affordable option |
| Meshnology | N37 | nRF52 | Custom design |
| Meshnology | N36 | nRF52 | Custom design |
| Meshnology | N30/N32/N33 | ESP32 | Various models |
| Meshnology | N35/N36 | ESP32 | Various models |
| Muzi Works | H2T | nRF52 | Premium handheld |
| Muzi Works | R1 Neo | nRF52 | Premium with GPS |
Solar Repeaters & Fixed Nodes
These devices are designed for outdoor installation, solar power, and long-term unattended operation. Perfect for extending network coverage.
| Brand | Model | Chipset | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlavox | Beacon Solar | nRF52 | Weatherproof solar repeater |
| Seeed Studios | SenseCap Solar P1/P1 Pro | nRF52 | Premium solar node |
| Elecrow | ThinkNode M6 | nRF52 | Affordable solar option |
| Heltec | Mesh Tower | nRF52 | Dedicated repeater |
| RAK Wireless | WisMesh Repeater | nRF52 | Modular repeater |
Need Help Choosing?
- New to mesh? Start with a Heltec V3/V4 or RAK WisMesh Pocket
- Want maximum battery life? Choose any nRF52 device
- Need WiFi? Go with ESP32 devices like Heltec or Lilygo
- Building a repeater? Check out solar nodes from Seeed or Atlavox
- On a budget? Elecrow ThinkNodes offer great value
Still not sure? Ask for recommendations on the Indiana Mesh Discord!
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