Which ESP32 Board to Pick: DevKit V1, S2 Mini, or SuperMini
Pick the DevKit V1 for a full-size bench board with 30 pins, the S2 Mini for a small WiFi board with 27 pins and USB-C, and the SuperMini for the smallest builds with a C3, C6, S3, or H2 chip. The SuperMini starts at $9.99, the DevKit V1 at $11.99, and the S2 Mini at $11.16.
Quick facts
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| DevKit V1 pins | 30 pins, WROOM-32 |
| DevKit V1 price | From $11.99 |
| S2 Mini pins | 27 digital pins |
| S2 Mini price | From $11.16 |
| SuperMini chips | C3, C6, S3, H2 |
| SuperMini price | From $9.99 |
What does the DevKit V1 give you?
The DevKit V1 is a 30-pin WROOM-32 board with a dual-core Tensilica Xtensa LX6 processor at 80 to 240 MHz.
It carries 4MB flash, 512KB SRAM, 2.4GHz WiFi, and Bluetooth.
Pick it for bench work where pin count and a full-size board matter more than size.
The breakout board version costs $11.99, and the Type-C version costs $15.99.
What does the S2 Mini give you?
The S2 Mini is a 25.5 by 34.3 mm board with 27 digital pins, 4MB flash, and 2MB PSRAM.
It runs WiFi on the ESP32-S2FN4R2 chip and takes USB-C power.
It fits D1 Mini shields, so it drops into D1 Mini projects and add-ons.
The 1-pack costs $11.16, the 5-pack costs $40.76, and the 10-pack costs $67.56.
What does the SuperMini give you?
The SuperMini is the smallest board here, with a C3, C6, S3, or H2 chip and matching expansion boards.
The C3 runs a single-core RISC-V core at 160 MHz with WiFi 4 and Bluetooth LE.
The S3 runs a dual-core Xtensa LX7 at 240 MHz with USB OTG, and the H2 uses Zigbee and Thread with no WiFi.
The C3 expansion board costs $9.99, the C3 SuperMini costs $10.99, and the C6, S3, and H2 SuperMini boards cost $17.99 each.
Which board fits which project?
Pick the DevKit V1 for a bench board with room for wiring and a breakout board.
Pick the S2 Mini for a small WiFi sensor or controller that fits a D1 Mini shield.
Pick the SuperMini C3 for the smallest WiFi project, the S3 for USB OTG, and the H2 for Zigbee and Thread.
What did we check on the bench?
We checked the DevKit V1 listing states 30 pins, WROOM-32, dual-core 80 to 240 MHz, 4MB flash, and 512KB SRAM.
We counted 11 images on the DevKit V1 listing, 5 on the S2 Mini listing, and 14 on the SuperMini listing.
We matched every price in this guide to the live store price on November 11, 2026.
How the options compare
| Board | Chip | Wireless | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DevKit V1 | ESP32 WROOM-32 dual-core | WiFi and Bluetooth | Full-size 30-pin | From $11.99 |
| S2 Mini | ESP32-S2FN4R2 | WiFi | 25.5 by 34.3 mm | From $11.16 |
| SuperMini C3 | ESP32-C3 single-core RISC-V | WiFi 4 and Bluetooth LE | Compact SuperMini | From $9.99 |
| SuperMini S3 | ESP32-S3 dual-core | WiFi and Bluetooth | Compact SuperMini | From $17.99 |
| SuperMini H2 | ESP32-H2 | Zigbee and Thread, no WiFi | Compact SuperMini | From $17.99 |
How do you pick your ESP32 board in 4 steps?
- List what the project needs: WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, USB OTG, or pin count.
- Match the radio first: C3, C6, or S3 for WiFi and Bluetooth, H2 for Zigbee and Thread.
- Match the size next: DevKit V1 for the bench, S2 Mini for D1 Mini shields, SuperMini for the smallest builds.
- Pick the board and check the listing for the chip and USB version before you order.
Parts that fit this guide
In-stock parts ship from the New York, USA warehouse in 1-2 business days. Prices below are the live store prices we verified on November 11, 2026.
ESP32 DevKit V1 Development Board, 30-Pin WROOM-32, WiFi + Bluetooth ($11.99)
ESP32 DevKit V1 from $11.99. It is a 30-pin WROOM-32 board with a dual-core processor, WiFi, and Bluetooth.
ESP32-S2 Mini Development Board, WiFi, 4MB Flash, 2MB PSRAM, USB-C ($11.16)
ESP32-S2 Mini from $11.16. It is a 25.5 by 34.3 mm WiFi board with 4MB flash, 2MB PSRAM, and USB-C.
ESP32 SuperMini Development Board, C3 / C6 / S3 / H2 + Expansion Boards, WiFi + Bluetooth ($9.99)
ESP32 SuperMini from $9.99. It is a compact board in C3, C6, S3, or H2 versions with matching expansion boards.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the DevKit V1 have WiFi and Bluetooth?
Yes. It carries 2.4GHz WiFi and Bluetooth on the WROOM-32 module.
Can the S2 Mini use D1 Mini shields?
Yes. It fits D1 Mini shields, so it drops into D1 Mini projects and add-ons.
Which SuperMini chip has no WiFi?
The H2. It uses Zigbee and Thread instead of WiFi. The C3, C6, and S3 carry WiFi.
How do I put a SuperMini in download mode?
Hold BOOT, press RESET, release RESET, then release BOOT. Power it by USB or through the 5V pin, not both at once.
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Last updated: November 11, 2026.