ESP32 Comparisons

Users repeatedly compare the discussed hardware or project to the ESP32 (and sometimes ESP8266), emphasizing its superior cost, availability, power efficiency, and features as a preferred microcontroller alternative.

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amelius Jun 26, 2023 View on HN

What is the advantage of this board over ESP32 with wifi?

abeindoria Oct 28, 2025 View on HN

It'd probably be easier to get on an ESP-32, no? Those are arguably more widely available.

paul_funyun Apr 25, 2024 View on HN

A useful gizmo but bang for your buck seems esp32 is the way to go

ravetcofx Jun 14, 2023 View on HN

What are the benefits vs an esp32?

aaaa4444 Dec 29, 2022 View on HN

A $3 esp32 can do a lot for a microcontroller

manaskarekar Jun 26, 2017 View on HN

In that case, perhaps the ESP8266/ESP32 qualify?

jpablo Feb 28, 2017 View on HN

Probably better to go with a ESP32.

mwcampbell Oct 3, 2021 View on HN

How does ESP32 compare to the products you listed?

MasterYoda Feb 6, 2023 View on HN

What good alternatives are there to ESP32?

candiodari May 7, 2017 View on HN

Isn't a raspberry pi, or an esp-32s exactly that ?