{"title":"Heltec","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeltec Automation\u003c\/strong\u003e builds some of the most popular LoRa development boards in the Meshtastic and MeshCore ecosystem. Known for excellent value, integrated displays, and reliable LoRa performance, Heltec boards are a favourite among hobbyists, makers, and professionals building mesh networks, IoT sensor nodes, and off-grid communication systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll Heltec products at Hexaspot ship same-day from the Netherlands on weekday orders before 14:00. EU868 compatible — licence-free across Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich Heltec Board Is Right for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDevice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMCU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLoRa\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDisplay\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGPS\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiFi LoRa 32 V3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eESP32-S3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSX1262\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.96\" OLED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe #1 entry-level Meshtastic board. WiFi + BLE + LoRa. Lowest price, huge community support. Ideal for home nodes, repeaters on mains power, and learning.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiFi LoRa 32 V4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eESP32-S3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSX1262\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.96\" OLED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNext-gen V3. Same pinout, but with 27 dBm transmit power, 6-layer PCB, and immersion gold process. More range, better RF — drop-in V3 upgrade.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWireless Tracker V2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eESP32-S3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSX1262\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.96\" colour TFT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (UC6580)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in GPS with multi-constellation support. Colour LCD. 28 dBm transmit power. The go-to board for GPS tracking projects, asset monitoring, and mobile mesh nodes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eV3 vs V4 — What's the Difference?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe V4 is the direct successor to the V3. Same size, same pinout, same ESP32-S3 + SX1262 combination. The key upgrades are under the hood: the V4 delivers \u003cstrong\u003e27 dBm transmit power\u003c\/strong\u003e (vs ~20 dBm on V3), uses a 6-layer PCB with immersion gold process for better signal integrity, and has a built-in Wi-Fi\/Bluetooth antenna instead of a spring antenna. If you're starting fresh, go V4. If you already have V3 projects, the V4 is a drop-in replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Heltec?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest value in Meshtastic\u003c\/strong\u003e — Heltec boards are the most affordable way to get on the mesh. Ideal for beginners, for deploying multiple nodes, or for projects where budget matters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated display\u003c\/strong\u003e — every board includes a built-in screen. See messages, battery status, and signal info without needing a phone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiFi connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e — unlike nRF52-based boards, Heltec ESP32 boards have built-in WiFi. Useful for MQTT gateways, web configuration, and hybrid mesh-to-internet setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMassive community\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Heltec V3 is the most-used Meshtastic board worldwide. Any problem you encounter, someone has solved it before.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArduino \u0026amp; PlatformIO compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — full development environment for custom firmware projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHeltec vs RAKwireless — How Do They Compare?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell both Heltec and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rakwireless-wisblock-meshtastic\"\u003eRAKwireless\u003c\/a\u003e devices. Here's how to choose:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeltec (V3 \/ V4 \/ Tracker)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRAKwireless (WisMesh \/ WisBlock)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChipset\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eESP32-S3 (WiFi + BLE + LoRa)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003enRF52840 (BLE + LoRa, no WiFi)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigher — better for mains-powered nodes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUltra-low — best for battery and solar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 days typical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 days typical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiFi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLower — best value entry point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigher — premium build quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHome nodes, dev projects, MQTT gateways, budget builds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandhelds, solar repeaters, daily carry, long-term deployments\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMany users own both.\u003c\/strong\u003e A Heltec V3 or V4 as a home base station, and a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wismesh-pocket-v2-ready-to-use-meshtastic-device\"\u003eWisMesh Pocket V2\u003c\/a\u003e for on-the-go. They communicate seamlessly on the same mesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAll Boards Work with Meshtastic \u0026amp; MeshCore\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Heltec board we sell is fully supported by both \u003cstrong\u003eMeshtastic\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eMeshCore\u003c\/strong\u003e firmware. Flash via the web flasher in your browser — no command line, no programming skills. Switch between firmwares whenever you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeed help getting started? Read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/meshtastic-beginners-guide\"\u003eMeshtastic Beginner's Guide\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/meshtastic-vs-meshcore-explained-same-hardware-different-firmware\"\u003eMeshtastic vs MeshCore Explained\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"heltec-wifi-lora-32-v3","title":"Heltec WiFi LoRa 32 V3 — ESP32-S3 + SX1262 LoRa Development Board (EU868)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe world's most popular Meshtastic board.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Heltec WiFi LoRa 32 V3 combines an ESP32-S3 dual-core processor, SX1262 LoRa transceiver, 0.96\" OLED display, WiFi, Bluetooth, and lithium battery management — all on a single compact board. It's the board that most people start their Meshtastic journey with, and for good reason: it works, it's affordable, and the community support is unmatched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlash Meshtastic or MeshCore firmware via the web flasher in your browser, pair it with the app on your phone, and you're on the mesh. No soldering, no programming — just plug in and flash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESP32-S3 dual-core processor\u003c\/strong\u003e — 240 MHz, 8 MB Flash. Enough power for Meshtastic, MeshCore, LoRaWAN, or your own custom firmware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSX1262 LoRa transceiver\u003c\/strong\u003e — the current standard in the Meshtastic ecosystem. Full compatibility with all SX1262 and SX127x devices on the mesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0.96\" OLED display\u003c\/strong\u003e — view messages, node info, signal strength, and battery status directly on the board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiFi + Bluetooth\u003c\/strong\u003e — connect to your phone via Bluetooth for the Meshtastic app, or use WiFi for MQTT gateways and web configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLithium battery management\u003c\/strong\u003e — onboard charge\/discharge circuit, overcharge protection, and automatic USB\/battery switching. Connect any 3.7V Li-Po via the SH1.25-2 connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIPEX (U.FL) LoRa antenna connector\u003c\/strong\u003e — use the included antenna or upgrade to a higher-gain option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType-C USB\u003c\/strong\u003e — for power, firmware flashing, and serial debugging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEU868 frequency band\u003c\/strong\u003e — licence-free across Europe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Can You Do with It?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeshtastic \/ MeshCore node\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most common use case. Flash the firmware, connect to the app, send messages off-grid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome base station\u003c\/strong\u003e — keep it plugged in at home as a permanent node on your local mesh. Extends range for everyone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMQTT gateway\u003c\/strong\u003e — bridge your local mesh to the internet via WiFi. Share messages and positions with the global Meshtastic MQTT network\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoRaWAN sensor node\u003c\/strong\u003e — connect sensors and send data to TTN, ChirpStack, or any LoRaWAN network server\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustom IoT project\u003c\/strong\u003e — full Arduino and PlatformIO support. Build whatever you want with WiFi + LoRa + Bluetooth on one board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe V3 is an ESP32-based board, which means it consumes more power than nRF52-based devices like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wismesh-pocket-v2-ready-to-use-meshtastic-device\"\u003eWisMesh Pocket V2\u003c\/a\u003e. On battery, expect 1–2 days of runtime depending on settings. For multi-day portable use, an nRF52 device is the better choice. For home nodes on mains power, MQTT gateways, or projects that need WiFi — the V3 is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for more transmit power? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/heltec-wifi-lora-32-v4\"\u003eWiFi LoRa 32 V4\u003c\/a\u003e is the direct upgrade: same size, same pinout, but with 27 dBm output and a 6-layer PCB. Need GPS? Check the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/heltec-wireless-tracker-v2\"\u003eWireless Tracker V2\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMCU:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESP32-S3FN8 (Xtensa 32-bit LX7 dual-core, up to 240 MHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlash:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 MB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoRa:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semtech SX1262\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 868 MHz (EU868)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoRa antenna:\u003c\/strong\u003e IPEX (U.FL) connector + included antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiFi:\u003c\/strong\u003e 802.11 b\/g\/n (2.4 GHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth:\u003c\/strong\u003e BLE 5.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.96\" 128×64 OLED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB:\u003c\/strong\u003e Type-C (power, flash, debug)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery:\u003c\/strong\u003e SH1.25-2 connector for 3.7V Li-Po (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated charge\/discharge, overcharge protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e -20°C to +70°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirmware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meshtastic, MeshCore, LoRaWAN, Arduino, PlatformIO, ESP-IDF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Heltec WiFi LoRa 32 V3 board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × 868 MHz LoRa antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: battery and USB cable are not included. Any 3.7V Li-Po battery with SH1.25-2 connector will work. The board is not pre-flashed — use the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/flasher.meshtastic.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMeshtastic Web Flasher\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/flasher.meshcore.co.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMeshCore Flasher\u003c\/a\u003e to install firmware in under 2 minutes.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePair It With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/flexible-lora-antenna-868mhz\"\u003eFlexible LoRa Whip Antenna 868 MHz\u003c\/a\u003e — compact upgrade antenna that plugs directly into the IPEX connector via a short pigtail cable. Much better performance than the included stock antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wismesh-pocket-v2-ready-to-use-meshtastic-device\"\u003eWisMesh Pocket V2\u003c\/a\u003e (€99) — pair a V3 home node with a portable RAK handheld for the best of both worlds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Heltec","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56998348095819,"sku":"Heltec-V3","price":22.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/8404\/0612\/files\/heltec-v3-kit.png?v=1777548207"},{"product_id":"heltec-wifi-lora-32-v4","title":"Heltec V4 WiFi LoRa 32 — ESP32-S3 + SX1262 LoRa Board, 27 dBm High Power (EU868)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEverything the V3 does, but with more power and better RF.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Heltec WiFi LoRa 32 V4 is the next generation of the most popular Meshtastic board, delivering \u003cstrong\u003e27 dBm transmit power\u003c\/strong\u003e (vs ~20 dBm on the V3), a 6-layer PCB with immersion gold process for superior signal integrity, and a built-in Wi-Fi\/Bluetooth antenna. Same size. Same pinout. Drop-in upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're buying your first Heltec board today, start here. If you already have V3 projects, the V4 slots in without changing a thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's New vs the V3?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eV3\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eV4\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmit power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~20 dBm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e27 dBm (28±1 dBm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePCB layers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-layer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6-layer (immersion gold)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.4 GHz antenna\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring antenna\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in LDS antenna\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePin plating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGold\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize \u0026amp; pinout\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eIdentical — drop-in compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMCU \u0026amp; LoRa chip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eBoth ESP32-S3 + SX1262\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extra transmit power translates to noticeably more range — especially useful for home base stations, MQTT gateways, and repeater nodes where every dB counts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e27 dBm (28±1 dBm) transmit power\u003c\/strong\u003e — significantly more range than the V3's ~20 dBm. Ideal for base stations and nodes that need to reach further\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESP32-S3 dual-core processor\u003c\/strong\u003e — 240 MHz, 2 MB PSRAM, 16 MB Flash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSX1262 LoRa transceiver\u003c\/strong\u003e — full compatibility with all Meshtastic and MeshCore devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0.96\" OLED display\u003c\/strong\u003e — messages, node info, signal strength, battery status\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiFi + Bluetooth 5.0\u003c\/strong\u003e — MQTT gateway, web config, phone pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6-layer PCB with immersion gold\u003c\/strong\u003e — better ground plane, cleaner RF path, improved signal integrity over the V3's 4-layer design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLithium battery management\u003c\/strong\u003e — onboard charge\/discharge, overcharge protection, auto USB\/battery switching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolar panel input\u003c\/strong\u003e — dedicated solar connector for outdoor deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIPEX (U.FL) LoRa antenna connector\u003c\/strong\u003e — upgrade to a higher-gain antenna for even more range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType-C USB\u003c\/strong\u003e — power, firmware flashing, serial debugging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirmware version\u003c\/strong\u003e- 4.3\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEU868 frequency band\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Can You Do with It?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-power Meshtastic \/ MeshCore node\u003c\/strong\u003e — the extra 7 dB of transmit power means roughly 2× the range of a V3 in comparable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome base station\u003c\/strong\u003e — keep it plugged in at home as a permanent mesh relay. The V4's power makes it the best Heltec choice for this role\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMQTT gateway\u003c\/strong\u003e — bridge your local LoRa mesh to the internet. The built-in WiFi makes this trivial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolar-powered outdoor node\u003c\/strong\u003e — connect a 5V solar panel and a Li-Po battery for autonomous off-grid operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoRaWAN sensor node or custom IoT project\u003c\/strong\u003e — Arduino, PlatformIO, and ESP-IDF support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the V3, this is an ESP32-based board — higher power consumption than nRF52 devices. Expect 1–2 days on battery. Best used on mains power, USB, or with a solar panel. For multi-day portable use, consider the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wismesh-pocket-v2-ready-to-use-meshtastic-device\"\u003eWisMesh Pocket V2\u003c\/a\u003e (nRF52, 3200 mAh, 3–5 days).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed built-in GPS? Check the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/heltec-wireless-tracker-v2\"\u003eWireless Tracker V2\u003c\/a\u003e — same ESP32-S3 + SX1262 platform, but with integrated GNSS and a colour TFT display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirmware note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meshtastic firmware 2.7.20 or higher is required for V4 support. MeshCore requires the dedicated V4.3 firmware build. Both are available via the respective web flashers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMCU:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESP32-S3 (Xtensa 32-bit LX7 dual-core, up to 240 MHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMemory:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 MB PSRAM, 16 MB Flash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoRa:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semtech SX1262\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransmit power:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28±1 dBm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 868 MHz (EU868) — also supports 915 MHz (single multiband device)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoRa antenna:\u003c\/strong\u003e IPEX (U.FL) connector + included antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiFi:\u003c\/strong\u003e 802.11 b\/g\/n (2.4 GHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth:\u003c\/strong\u003e BLE 5.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.96\" 128×64 OLED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB:\u003c\/strong\u003e Type-C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery:\u003c\/strong\u003e SH1.25-2 connector for 3.7V Li-Po (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dedicated solar panel input connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated charge\/discharge, overcharge protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePCB:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-layer, immersion gold process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e -20°C to +70°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirmware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meshtastic (≥2.7.20), MeshCore, LoRaWAN, Arduino, PlatformIO, ESP-IDF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Heltec WiFi LoRa 32 V4 board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × 868 MHz LoRa antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: battery and USB cable are not included. The board is not pre-flashed — use the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/flasher.meshtastic.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMeshtastic Web Flasher\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/flasher.meshcore.co.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMeshCore Flasher\u003c\/a\u003e to install firmware in under 2 minutes.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePair It With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/flexible-lora-antenna-868mhz\"\u003eFlexible LoRa Whip Antenna 868 MHz\u003c\/a\u003e — compact upgrade antenna for portable use. Plugs into the IPEX connector via pigtail. Dramatically better range than the included stock antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lora-antennas\"\u003eMcGill Outdoor Antennas\u003c\/a\u003e (from €53.40) — for permanent base station setups, pair the V4's 27 dBm with a proper outdoor antenna via IPEX-to-N pigtail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wismesh-pocket-v2-ready-to-use-meshtastic-device\"\u003eWisMesh Pocket V2\u003c\/a\u003e (€99) — V4 as home base, Pocket V2 in your pocket. Best of both worlds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Heltec","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56998530482507,"sku":"Heltec-V4","price":24.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/8404\/0612\/files\/heltec-v4-kit.png?v=1777544329"},{"product_id":"heltec-wireless-tracker-v2","title":"Heltec Wireless Tracker V2 — ESP32-S3 + SX1262 + GPS LoRa Tracker Board (EU868)","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe Heltec board with built-in GPS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e The Wireless Tracker V2 packs an ESP32-S3 processor, SX1262 LoRa transceiver, and a UC6580 multi-constellation GNSS chip onto a single compact board — with a colour TFT display, 28 dBm transmit power, and integrated battery management. Everything you need for GPS-enabled mesh communication and asset tracking in one device.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlash Meshtastic or MeshCore, pair it with the app, and you have a working GPS tracker on the mesh. No external GPS module, no wiring, no soldering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in GPS (UC6580 GNSS)\u003c\/strong\u003e — multi-constellation: GPS, GLONASS, BDS (BeiDou), Galileo, NAVIC, QZSS. Dual-frequency (L1 + L5\/L2) for faster fixes and better accuracy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e28±1 dBm transmit power\u003c\/strong\u003e — same high-power output as the V4. Significantly more range than the V3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLNA bypass\u003c\/strong\u003e — the built-in low-noise amplifier can be bypassed without affecting reception, giving you flexibility in RF design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0.96\" colour TFT display\u003c\/strong\u003e — 160×80 pixels. Shows messages, GPS position, battery status, and signal info in colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESP32-S3 dual-core\u003c\/strong\u003e — 240 MHz, WiFi + Bluetooth + LoRa on one chip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSX1262 LoRa transceiver\u003c\/strong\u003e — full Meshtastic\/MeshCore ecosystem compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLDS antennas for GNSS and 2.4 GHz\u003c\/strong\u003e — laser direct structuring antennas reduce device size while maintaining performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIPEX (U.FL) connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e — reserved for both LoRa and GNSS external antennas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLithium battery management\u003c\/strong\u003e — charge\/discharge, overcharge protection, USB\/battery auto-switching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolar panel input\u003c\/strong\u003e — for autonomous outdoor GPS tracking deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType-C USB\u003c\/strong\u003e — power, flash, debug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEU868 frequency band\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Can You Do with It?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeshtastic \/ MeshCore GPS node\u003c\/strong\u003e — the built-in GNSS means your position is shared automatically on the mesh. No external modules needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIY asset tracker\u003c\/strong\u003e — mount it on a vehicle, bicycle, container, or equipment. Track via Meshtastic app or your own LoRaWAN backend. Add a battery + solar panel for months of autonomous operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMobile mesh node\u003c\/strong\u003e — carry it in a backpack with a Li-Po battery. GPS + LoRa + colour display in your pocket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMQTT GPS gateway\u003c\/strong\u003e — bridge GPS positions from your local mesh to the internet via the built-in WiFi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustom tracking projects\u003c\/strong\u003e — full Arduino\/PlatformIO support. Build vehicle trackers, wildlife monitors, fleet management nodes, or anything that needs position + communication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow It Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWireless Tracker V2\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWiFi LoRa 32 V4\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWisMesh Pocket V2\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGPS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (UC6580, multi-constellation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.96\" colour TFT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.96\" OLED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.3\" OLED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmit power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28±1 dBm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28±1 dBm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~20 dBm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiFi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 days (ESP32)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 days (ESP32)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–5 days (nRF52)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBare board (case optional)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBare board (case optional)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComplete device with enclosure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpandable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGPIO pins, IPEX connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGPIO pins, IPEX connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWisBlock sensor slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e€39.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e€24.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e€99.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the \u003cstrong\u003eWireless Tracker V2\u003c\/strong\u003e if you want GPS + WiFi + high transmit power at the lowest price. Choose the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wismesh-pocket-v2-ready-to-use-meshtastic-device\"\u003eWisMesh Pocket V2\u003c\/a\u003e if you want a complete ready-to-use handheld with multi-day battery life and no assembly required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a development board — it ships as a bare PCB without an enclosure. For field use, you'll want a 3D-printed case (many community designs available on Thingiverse and Printables) or a protective pouch. A 3.7V Li-Po battery is required for portable use and is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wireless Tracker V2 uses LDS (laser direct structuring) antennas for GNSS and Bluetooth, which makes the board smaller than the V1 but means these antennas are built into the PCB — they can't be replaced. The LoRa antenna uses an IPEX connector and can be upgraded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMCU:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESP32-S3FN8 (Xtensa 32-bit LX7 dual-core, up to 240 MHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoRa:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semtech SX1262\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransmit power:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28±1 dBm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGNSS:\u003c\/strong\u003e UC6580 — GPS, GLONASS, BDS, Galileo, NAVIC, QZSS (L1 + L5\/L2 dual-frequency)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 868 MHz (EU868)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoRa antenna:\u003c\/strong\u003e IPEX (U.FL) connector + included antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGNSS antenna:\u003c\/strong\u003e LDS (built-in) + IPEX (U.FL) for external\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiFi:\u003c\/strong\u003e 802.11 b\/g\/n (2.4 GHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth:\u003c\/strong\u003e BLE 5.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.96\" 160×80 colour TFT LCD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB:\u003c\/strong\u003e Type-C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery:\u003c\/strong\u003e SH1.25-2 connector for 3.7V Li-Po (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dedicated solar panel input connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated charge\/discharge, overcharge protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e -20°C to +70°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirmware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meshtastic, MeshCore, LoRaWAN, Arduino, PlatformIO, ESP-IDF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Heltec Wireless Tracker V2 board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × 868 MHz LoRa antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: battery, USB cable, and enclosure are not included. The board is not pre-flashed — use the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/flasher.meshtastic.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMeshtastic Web Flasher\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/flasher.meshcore.co.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMeshCore Flasher\u003c\/a\u003e to install firmware in under 2 minutes.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePair It With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/flexible-lora-antenna-868mhz\"\u003eFlexible LoRa Whip Antenna 868 MHz\u003c\/a\u003e — upgrade the LoRa antenna for better range on the go. Connects via the IPEX port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/heltec-wifi-lora-32-v3\"\u003eHeltec WiFi LoRa 32 V3\u003c\/a\u003e (€24.95) — use the Tracker as your mobile GPS node, the V3 as your home base station\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wismesh-tag\"\u003eWisMesh Tag\u003c\/a\u003e (€47) — if you want a compact GPS tracker that's ready to use out of the box without assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Heltec","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56998606373195,"sku":"Heltec-tracker-V2","price":34.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/8404\/0612\/files\/heltec-wt-v2-kit.png?v=1777545977"}],"url":"https:\/\/hexaspot.com\/collections\/heltec\/v4.oembed","provider":"Hexaspot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}