Compare Versions and Types of NodeMCU ESP8266 Boards

Let’s compare versions and types of NodeMCU ESP8266 Boards. There are two versions in the market NodeMCU V2 and V3. Both, NodeMCU has ESP8266 microcontroller on the board. The major difference is of USB-to-UART interface chip and the size. The NodeMCU Version 2 uses CP2102 and Version 3 uses CH340 chip. Apart from this Version 3 of NodeMCU is slightly bigger in size compare to version 2.

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[roscoeferguson]

Helpful video! Was unsure which model to buy, but after watching this I can now make a more informed purchase. Thanks for the content.

[floriskuipers]

I was unsure if i'd bought the right version and never expected there to be a clear comparison video (there usually isn't for things as specific as this). Thanks!

[sinatajik]

it really helped me to decide because i was concerned that the bigger one would not fit on the bread board and it really does not. thanks for the video ❤

[kolhatkarchinmay]

Great video!! Very detailed explanation. Waiting for more embedded videos.!!

[anithasshenoy]

What I really expected is the performance difference or application where each fit in. Downloading drivers is a common issue in such tech field. hence a thumps down.

[mr.bianchirider]

Good video. I don’t know why they make those wide Node MCU’s. They are not breadboard friendly and are basically a pain to use. A few years ago I purchased one of those wide ones and it is relegated to being a AP. With the version and CP/CH info I will be able to avoid the wide one in the future.

[moinshaikh]

Nice topic, because i also had confusion about both of them when i see there prices

[sharik_rahat]

what's the difference between nodemcu v2/v3 and nodemcu Lua v2/v3? i've seen a seller who has 4 options to select from, nodemcu v2, nodemcu v3, nodemcu lua v2, & nodemcu lua v3. please tell us something on it.

[alpadangy]

Have you talked about VU pin on esp8266, that give us 5V output?

[subhogaming]

Which is the best node mcu cp2102 v/s ch340 I am very confused please help me??😅

[YUVARAJKR]

I need to connect both sides using v3 what i can i do pls hlp

[bgmilover]

I have a V3 MCU. The problem is that code is not executing. What should I do.

[RohitKumar-mhpk]

Is it codes are also varies for different versions

[farhaancreation]

Big NODMCU is 100 rs cheaper than smaller one .

[atharvabadhe]

If I want to use both sides then can I use two breadboards?

[yehan]

Is there a way to program ch340(big module) with android

[nikhilkulal]

How can program nodemcu using Android phone

[etechbuji]

I had a doubt with cp2102. Some months before I bought it and programmed. When I testing suddenly the board lightup the 2indication lights and not able to use it(indication light remains always). I had tried to reprogram but program is not get uploading please help.

[Alissaee]

With regards to the board name, what is the name that i have to select when i am codeing on Arduino app?

[WindRunner]

Why can't I install a program on CH340 but on CP2102 it works. can you help me