SparkFun RedBoard Qwiic
Best reliable development board for Arduino hobbyists and electronics beginners.
This board takes the familiar Arduino formula and refines it with rock-solid construction and the convenience of the Qwiic ecosystem. You trade the raw, DIY aesthetic of original designs for a polished, reliable platform that makes prototyping feel like a seamless, frustration-free experience.
$21.95
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SparkFun Electronics
Who it's for
- Prototypers needing rapid, solderless sensor integration
- Developers requiring stable, plug-and-play USB connectivity
- Students and hobbyists leveraging the vast Arduino ecosystem
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious makers seeking the lowest possible hardware cost
- Engineers building complex, data-heavy, or high-speed applications
- Purists preferring traditional breadboard-friendly header connections
Performance breakdown
Ecosystem Compatibility
Seamless integration with the vast library of Arduino R3 shields.
Programming Reliability
FTDI chip ensures stable, consistent uploads every single time.
Build Robustness
All surface-mount construction provides superior durability for long-term prototyping.
Power Flexibility
Dual power options handle diverse project requirements with ease.
Ease of Setup
Plug-and-play functionality makes it perfect for beginners and experts alike.
Processing Capability
The classic ATmega328 is reliable but limited for complex, modern applications.
Key Specs
Microcontroller Processor
ATmega328P
Clock Speed
16 MHz
Flash Memory
32 MB
Digital I/O Pins
14
PWM Outputs
6
Analog Inputs
6
Input Voltage Range
7-15VDC
Operating Voltage
5.0 Volts
USB Interface
FTDI FT231X
Physical Interface Ports
Mini USB, DC Barrel Jack
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