6 open source boards using the ESP-01
Real designs built with the ESP-01, from public GitHub projects: a quick way to see how others power, decouple and connect it. Each board comes with its KiCad files, full parts list and a render — and you can simulate its firmware on HardLabs.
ESP8266Luminator-Flipdot-Display
tylerebowers
287.5 × 109.2 mm109 parts4LNo license5
ESP8266CT800
d3rvita
204.5 × 121.9 mm79 parts2LMIT4
ESP8266Soil Sensor Hub
ArtoLabs
98 × 91.1 mm74 parts2LMIT3
RP2040/RP2350Ppse hardware
4137314
102.2 × 77.2 mm134 parts2LGPL-3.01
ESP8266Environment Controller KiCad THT
96 × 73 mm45 parts2LMIT3
ESP8266DASHBOARD
luftaquila
225.1 × 97 mm56 parts2LNo license1
The ESP-01 in open source designs
The gallery holds 6 open source boards using the ESP-01 from 5 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 153.3 × 94 mm and carries around 77 components.
83% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 67% carry an open source license.
The most starred is Luminator-Flipdot-Display by tylerebowers.
Microcontrollers on boards using the ESP-01
What boards using the ESP-01 are built for
ESP-01: common questions
Where can I find a ESP-01 reference design?
Each of the 6 boards on this page is a real design using the ESP-01. Open one to see how it is wired up, with the full BOM, a render of the layout and links to its KiCad files.
Which microcontrollers do boards using the ESP-01 use?
Most are built on ESP8266 (5) and RP2040/RP2350 (1).
How big is a typical board using the ESP-01?
The median is 153.3 × 94 mm, and 83% are two-layer designs.
What is the most popular open source board using the ESP-01?
By GitHub stars, Luminator-Flipdot-Display by tylerebowers, with 5 stars.
Can I simulate one of these boards using the ESP-01 before building it?
Yes. HardLabs turns a board's netlist and BOM into a working simulation, so you can boot and test firmware against it with no hardware on your desk.