2 open source boards using the ESP8285

Real designs built with the ESP8285, 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.

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The ESP8285 in open source designs

The gallery holds 2 open source boards using the ESP8285 from 1 GitHub repository; a typical one measures about 37.7 × 37.7 mm and carries around 47 components.

100% use four copper layers or more, and 100% carry an open source license.

The most starred is Dual radio pcb by AnyLeaf.

Microcontrollers on boards using the ESP8285

What boards using the ESP8285 are built for

RF & radio 2

ESP8285: common questions

Where can I find a ESP8285 reference design?

Each of the 2 boards on this page is a real design using the ESP8285. 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 ESP8285 use?

Most are built on ESP8266 (1) and RP2040/RP2350 (1).

How big is a typical board using the ESP8285?

The median is 37.7 × 37.7 mm, and 0% are two-layer designs.

What is the most popular open source board using the ESP8285?

By GitHub stars, Dual radio pcb by AnyLeaf, with 63 stars.

Can I simulate one of these boards using the ESP8285 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.