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Choose MeshCore hardware

Choose what the device will do, then confirm the exact board and firmware target in the official MeshCore flasher before buying.

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 companion

Repeater

Use this to improve coverage. Plan the radio, power, antenna, enclosure, mount, and recovery as one system.

Plan a repeater

Antenna and cable

Match the radio band and connector before ordering. SMA and RP-SMA can look similar and are not interchangeable.

Choose an antenna

Room server

Use this to host a persistent room. Choose a supported board, continuous power, and a secure administration plan.

Set up a room server

Community 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 build

1 W solar repeater — Ikoka Stick

MrAlders0n’s build guide, with parts, assembly photos, wiring, and optional INA3221 telemetry.

Read the 1 W build guide

Before 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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