Choose MeshCore hardware¶
Choose what the device will do, then confirm the exact board and firmware target in the official MeshCore flasher before buying.
Check before buying. Product revisions and firmware support change. Treat the linked devices as options to compare, not compatibility guarantees.
Choose a device type¶
Personal companion
Use this to send and receive messages. Most companions pair with a phone; some have their own screen and controls.
Choose a companionRepeater
Use this to improve coverage. Plan the radio, power, antenna, enclosure, mount, and recovery as one system.
Plan a repeaterAntenna and cable
Match the radio band and connector before ordering. SMA and RP-SMA can look similar and are not interchangeable.
Choose an antennaRoom server
Use this to host a persistent room. Choose a supported board, continuous power, and a secure administration plan.
Set up a room serverCommunity build guides¶
These community-contributed designs are detailed build references, not default product recommendations. Read each guide's review status and safety notes before buying parts or starting work.
300 mW solar repeater
A draft RAK-based build for experienced builders, with a parts list, assembly stages, bench checks, and maintenance notes.
Review the 300 mW buildExperimental 1 W solar repeater
An unverified high-power design contributed by MrAlders0n. Use it only after electrical, RF, and site review confirms a real network need.
Review the experimental 1 W buildBefore you buy¶
- The exact model appears for the intended role in the current official MeshCore flasher.
- The radio is a Canadian 902–928 MHz model.
- The antenna, pigtail, and feed-line connectors match exactly. SMA and RP-SMA are not interchangeable.
- The manufacturer supports the battery, charger, enclosure, and temperature range for the planned use.
- You have a known-good data USB cable and a practical way to recover the device physically.
- Current manufacturer documentation supports every specification that matters to the purchase.
Continue setup¶
After choosing a supported device, follow the matching setup guide:
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