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Datasheet facts, real trade-offs and Indian prices — so you buy the right board the first time.
Comparisons
- A4988 vs DRV8825 vs TB6612FNG — stepper and motor drivers comparedA4988, DRV8825 and TB6612FNG compared on voltage, current, microstepping and current limiting, with Vref setup tips and which driver suits steppers or DC motors.
- Arduino Nano vs Pro Mini — same chip, different jobsNano and Pro Mini compared on USB, 3.3 V and 5 V versions, size, power draw and total cost in India, and why the Pro Mini wins for battery-powered builds.
- Arduino Uno vs Nano — same chip, which board to buy?Arduino Uno R3 and Nano compared on pins, size, power input, shields, USB and price in India, plus a note on the Uno R4. Pick the right form factor for your project.
- Arduino vs Raspberry Pi — microcontroller or mini computer?Arduino and Raspberry Pi compared on what they run, boot time, power cuts, GPIO, analog input, cost and use cases in India — and why many projects use both.
- DHT11 vs DHT22 — which temperature and humidity sensor to buy?DHT11 and DHT22 (AM2302) compared on range, accuracy, resolution, read speed and price in India — and why the DHT11 falls short in an Indian summer.
- DHT22 vs BME280 vs SHT31 — best temperature and humidity sensorDHT22, BME280 and SHT31 compared on accuracy, interface, speed, pressure sensing and price in India, plus how to spot a BMP280 sold as a BME280.
- ESP32-C3 vs ESP8266 — is it time to replace your NodeMCU?ESP32-C3 and ESP8266 compared on CPU, RAM, Bluetooth, ADC, USB, security and price in India — and what changes when you port a NodeMCU project to a C3.
- ESP32-C6 vs ESP32-C3 — Wi-Fi 6, Thread and Zigbee worth paying for?ESP32-C6 and ESP32-C3 compared on Wi-Fi 6, Thread/Zigbee, low-power core, RAM, pins, Arduino support and Indian prices, with who actually needs the C6.
- ESP32 DevKit V1 (30-pin) vs DevKitC (38-pin) — what the extra pins areThe 30-pin ESP32 DevKit V1 and 38-pin DevKitC-style boards compared — which extra pins you really get, breadboard fit, power pins and which to buy in India.
- ESP32-S3 vs ESP32-C3 — which newer ESP32 to buyESP32-S3 and ESP32-C3 compared on cores, memory, USB, pins and price in India, with which projects suit each chip.
- ESP32-S3 vs ESP32-S2 — USB boards comparedESP32-S3 and ESP32-S2 compared on cores, RAM, Bluetooth, USB, ADC and DAC, and boards like the LOLIN S2 Mini and S3 DevKitC-1 at Indian prices.
- ESP32 vs Arduino Uno — which should you learn and build with?ESP32 DevKit V1 and Arduino Uno R3 compared on speed, memory, Wi-Fi, 5 V vs 3.3 V logic and price in India, with a clear pick for students and project builders.
- ESP32 vs ESP8266 — which should you use in 2026?ESP32 and ESP8266 compared on CPU, memory, Bluetooth, ADC and price in India, with a clear recommendation for new projects.
- HC-SR04 vs VL53L0X vs JSN-SR04T — which distance sensor?Ultrasonic HC-SR04, laser ToF VL53L0X and waterproof JSN-SR04T compared on range, beam, blind zone, weatherproofing and price — with the right pick for tanks and robots.
- I2C vs SPI displays — wiring, speed and which to chooseI2C and SPI displays compared on wires, refresh speed, sharing pins and common modules (SSD1306, 16×2 LCD, ST7735, ILI9341), with a pick for each kind of project.
- L298N vs TB6612FNG — best motor driver for a small robotL298N and TB6612FNG DC motor drivers compared on voltage drop, current, heat, logic level and price in India, with the right pick for BO-motor robot cars.
- LoRa vs HC-12 vs nRF24L01 — long-range wireless modules comparedSX1278 LoRa, HC-12 and nRF24L01 radios compared on range, data rate, band, power and price in India, with notes on licence-free bands and antennas.
- MicroPython vs Arduino C++ — which should you learn first?MicroPython and Arduino C++ compared on workflow, speed, memory, supported boards, libraries and timing, with honest advice for students and hobbyists in India.
- MQ-2 vs MQ-6 vs MQ-135 — which gas sensor for LPG, smoke or air?MQ-2, MQ-6 and MQ-135 gas sensors compared on target gases, heater power, warm-up and accuracy, with LPG safety advice for Indian kitchens.
- Raspberry Pi Pico W vs ESP32 — which Wi-Fi board to buy?Pico W and ESP32 DevKit V1 compared on CPU, RAM, Wi-Fi, ADC, PIO, MicroPython support, battery use and price in India, with a pick for each kind of project.
- Relay vs SSR vs MOSFET — how to switch loads safelyRelay modules, solid-state relays and MOSFETs compared on AC/DC, isolation, speed, heat, leakage and price, with mains safety rules for Indian 230 V homes.
- SG90 vs MG996R servo — torque, power and which one you needSG90 and MG996R servos compared on torque, weight, gears, current draw and price in India, plus how to power them without resetting your board.
- SSD1306 vs SH1106 — why your 1.3-inch OLED shows garbageSSD1306 and SH1106 OLED controllers compared — sizes, RAM width, libraries for Arduino and MicroPython, and how to tell which one your OLED module has.
- XIAO ESP32C3 vs ESP32-C3 SuperMini — is the extra cost worth it?Seeed XIAO ESP32C3 and the unbranded C3 SuperMini compared on antenna, battery charging, pins, LED, documentation and price in India. Same chip, very different boards.
Buying guides
- Best microcontroller boards for battery projects (India, 2026)Which boards really last on batteries — XIAO ESP32C3, Pro Mini 3.3 V, C3 SuperMini, bare modules, DevKit V1, Pico W — with honest sleep-current maths and Indian prices.
- Best Arduino and ESP32 display under ₹300 in IndiaOLED, 16×2 LCD, TM1637, MAX7219 and 1.8-inch TFT compared for projects under ₹300 — readability in sunlight, wiring, libraries and which suits clocks, sensors and graphs.
- Best sensor kit for beginners in India — big kit or pick your own?37-in-1 sensor kits vs starter kits vs a hand-picked set of 12 modules, with honest pros, cons and Indian price ranges, and a shopping list that covers most projects.
- Best soil moisture sensor in India — resistive vs capacitive vs RS485Resistive, capacitive and RS485 soil moisture probes compared on lifespan, accuracy and price in India, plus how to spot a bad capacitive v1.2 board and seal it.
- Best temperature sensor for Arduino and ESP32 in IndiaDS18B20, DHT22, SHT31, BME280, LM35, NTC thermistor, MAX6675 thermocouple and MLX90614 compared on range, accuracy, interface and price, with a pick for each use.
- Best microcontroller boards for beginners in India (2026)The best first boards for Indian students and hobbyists — Arduino Uno, Nano, ESP32 DevKit V1 and Pico W — with honest pros, cons and price ranges.