r/esp32

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About r/esp32

ESP32 is a series of low cost, low power system on a chip microcontrollers with integrated Wi-Fi and dual-mode Bluetooth. The ESP32 series employs either a Tensilica Xtensa LX6, Xtensa LX7 or a RiscV processor, and both dual-core and single-core variations are available. It includes in-built antenna switches, RF balun, power amplifier, low-noise receive amplifier, filters, and power management modules as well.

The community at a glance

r/esp32 is a Subreddit for DIY Electronics Enthusiasts with roughly 206K members. It uses a forum format for communication. On the Hive Index it ranks #7 in the DIY Electronics communities list.

Roughly 68K members have joined in the past year. Popular discussion topics include Esp32, Help, and Wifi. Product recommendations often mention esp32 and 9 axis imu sensors.

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206K Members

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Subreddit Analysis

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Yearly: +68K members
Growth: +49.7% / year

Member growth over time

All time (yearly)

  • 2016: 287 members
  • 2017: 1K members
  • 2018: 2K members
  • 2019: 10K members
  • 2020: 16K members
  • 2021: 16K members
  • 2022: 14K members
  • 2023: 16K members
  • 2024: 30K members
  • 2025: 54K members
  • 2026: 47K members

Past year (monthly)

  • Sep: 4K members
  • Oct: 4K members
  • Nov: 5K members
  • Dec: 5K members
  • Jan: 6K members
  • Feb: 5K members
  • Mar: 6K members
  • Apr: 6K members
  • May: 7K members
  • Jun: 7K members
  • Jul: 7K members
  • Aug: 2K members

Topics

  • Esp32
    210 posts in the past month
    #1
    Esp32
    210
  • Help
    46 posts in the past month
    #2
    Help
    46
  • Wifi
    34 posts in the past month
    #3
    Wifi
    34
  • Project
    33 posts in the past month
    #4
    Project
    33
  • Struggling
    31 posts in the past month
    #5
    Struggling
    31

Flair

  • I made a thing!
    59 posts in the past month
    1. I got self-hosted offline maps rendering on a $40 ESP32-S3 AMOLED (building a bike nav)
    2. Turned my ESP32 into a touch-capacitive polyphonic synthesizer
    3. What I learned after running my custom ESP32 grow controller for several weeks
    #1
    I made a thing!
    I got self-hosted offline maps rendering on a $40 ESP32-S3 AMOLED (building a bike nav) · Turned my ESP32 into a touch-capacitive polyphonic synthesizer · What I learned after running my custom ESP32 grow controller for several weeks
    59
  • Hardware help needed
    15 posts in the past month
    1. How to fit esp32 on breadboard
    2. [Help] ESP32 library for GC9B72 (2.1" , 360x360 TFT display)
    3. Help with ESP32 CAM
    #2
    Hardware help needed
    How to fit esp32 on breadboard · [Help] ESP32 library for GC9B72 (2.1" , 360x360 TFT display) · Help with ESP32 CAM
    15
  • Software help needed
    6 posts in the past month
    1. i made a phone(ish) device
    2. Restoring an old midi controller with an ESP32-S3
    3. ESP32 C3 Download boot modes disabled
    #3
    Software help needed
    i made a phone(ish) device · Restoring an old midi controller with an ESP32-S3 · ESP32 C3 Download boot modes disabled
    6
  • AI Content
    4 posts in the past month
    1. Turned a wall-switch-box ESP32-S3 module into a desk AI quota display.
    2. Doom running on an ESP32-2432S028R "Cheap Yellow Display"
    3. ESP32 Dev Module - Morse Trainer
    #4
    AI Content
    Turned a wall-switch-box ESP32-S3 module into a desk AI quota display. · Doom running on an ESP32-2432S028R "Cheap Yellow Display" · ESP32 Dev Module - Morse Trainer
    4
  • Advertisement
    2 posts in the past month
    1. Robust touchscreen flight tracker
    2. Seeking project idea with limited resources cuz I'm at work
    #5
    Advertisement
    Robust touchscreen flight tracker · Seeking project idea with limited resources cuz I'm at work
    2

Product recommendations

  • esp32
    28 posts in the past month
    1. Best way to power an ESP 32 board using 12 V source and 12 V USBC adapter ?
    2. The Best ESP32 Board Ever
    3. Best software to use on an esp32S with a touch screen
    #1
    esp32
    Best way to power an ESP 32 board using 12 V source and 12 V USBC adapter ? · The Best ESP32 Board Ever · Best software to use on an esp32S with a touch screen
    28
  • 9 axis imu sensors
    5 posts in the past month
    1. Comparison best 9 axis IMU sensors (BMI160+BMM150, BMI323+BMM350, ICM-20948, BNO80, GY-85...), am I right?
    2. Comparison best 9 axis IMU sensors (BMI160+BMM150, BMI323+BMM350, ICM-20948, BNO80, GY-85...), am I right?
    3. Comparison best 9 axis IMU sensors (BMI160+BMM150, BMI323+BMM350, ICM-20948, BNO80, GY-85...), am I right?
    #2
    9 axis imu sensors
    Comparison best 9 axis IMU sensors (BMI160+BMM150, BMI323+BMM350, ICM-20948, BNO80, GY-85...), am I right? · Comparison best 9 axis IMU sensors (BMI160+BMM150, BMI323+BMM350, ICM-20948, BNO80, GY-85...), am I right? · Comparison best 9 axis IMU sensors (BMI160+BMM150, BMI323+BMM350, ICM-20948, BNO80, GY-85...), am I right?
    5
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Frequently asked questions

Who is r/esp32 for?
Best for DIY Electronics Enthusiasts enthusiasts looking for a Reddit-based community with forum discussion.
Is r/esp32 free to join?
This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.
How many members does r/esp32 have?
Roughly 206K members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.
What platform is r/esp32 on?
r/esp32 runs on Reddit. Reddit communities (or "subreddits") are forum-based groups on the popular social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website Reddit. Reddit is commonly known as "the front page of the internet". Users submit content to the site such as links, text posts, and images, which are then voted up or down and discussed by other members. From investing Reddit communities, to professional ones, to ones just for laughs, you're likely to find a community for you on Reddit.
What topics does r/esp32 cover?
On the Hive Index, r/esp32 is organized under DIY Electronics Enthusiasts.
How do I join r/esp32?
You can join r/esp32 by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.
What are the DIY Electronics communities like?
Communities for makers, hardware hackers, and DIY electronics enthusiasts who build physical and software projects from scratch.
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