Prepare to build the future faster—thanks to the new Arduino Nesso N1, a powerful, compact, plug-and-play development kit that brings the full flexibility of the Arduino ecosystem into the world of connected devices and remote monitoring.
Co-designed with M5Stack— a leading provider of stackable IoT modules and developer-friendly tools—Nesso N1 is the ideal companion for building scalable prototypes or complete connected solutions. Whether you are creating a smart home hub, edge computing node, wearable sensors, or industrial automation systems, it is designed to help you turn ideas into reality quickly, easily, and reliably.
Compact Design, Powerful Features
Don’t be fooled by its small size. The Nesso N1 provides everything you need to develop smart connected solutions:
- Powered by ESP32-C6, featuring an integrated low-power RISC-V single-core (up to 20 MHz) for efficient and reliable performance
- Equipped with 16 MB Nor Flash and 512 kB SRAM, providing ample memory for IoT applications
- A 1.14-inch touchscreen and programmable buttons for easy interaction
- Built-in IMU, infrared transmitter, RGB LED, and buzzer
- Powered by a rechargeable battery
- Multiple connectivity options, including Bluetooth® 5.3, Thread 1.4, Zigbee 3.0, Matter, LoRa® (850-960MHz)
- Supports Arduino Cloud for remote control and data visualization
- USB-C, Grove, and Qwiic connectors for easy expansion via Arduino Modulino nodes or third-party modules
With pre-assembled hardware and a rugged enclosure, you can skip the hassle of mechanical design and focus immediately on building your solution.
Ready for Your Next Project
The Nesso N1 is perfect for making your home smarter, as it can easily create a central hub or turn infrared-controlled devices into connected appliances. But if you are working in industrial automation, it can help you too: use it to monitor and control equipment, collect sensor data, or quickly build predictive maintenance systems. Similarly, it can unlock possibilities for precision agriculture or environmental monitoring by connecting soil, weather, and irrigation sensors. Last but not least, it can elevate scientific research and STEM education by allowing you to collect real-time data for analysis or build multi-protocol IoT prototypes!
Additionally, you can start coding for the Nesso N1 in your environment of choice—using Arduino IDE, MicroPython, or UIFlow—making it a seamless integration into workflows for everyone from hobbyists to professionals.
Built for You
The launch of this new product reaffirms our mission to provide open and accessible tools for anyone looking to innovate in the connected world. Thanks to M5Stack’s thoughtful hardware design and Arduino’s open ecosystem, the Nesso N1 lowers the barrier to advanced IoT prototyping—for learners, engineers, and industry teams alike.
From plug-and-play compatibility to seamless connectivity and powerful programmability, it is the handheld computer you need for everything. Check out the Nesso N1 at the Arduino Store or explore the Arduino Docs for documentation, examples, and specifications.
Compact, connected, and ready for the real world: the Arduino Nesso N1 is a powerful ESP32-C6 IoT development kit with rich wireless and infrared capabilities—ideal for smart home, industrial, and educational applications.
Overview
Build the future of connected devices faster and smarter with the Arduino Nesso N1. Powered by the ESP32-C6 and co-developed with M5Stack, this plug-and-play device combines powerful performance with the flexibility of Arduino’s open ecosystem. It supports Wi-Fi® 6, Bluetooth® 5.0, Thread, and LoRa®, enabling multi-protocol communication in home, industrial, and remote environments. A 1.14-inch touchscreen, programmable buttons, built-in IMU, infrared transmitter, RGB LED, buzzer, and rechargeable battery make it an intuitive, interactive tool for IoT development. With Grove and Qwiic connectors, you can easily expand its capabilities—compatible with Arduino Modulino nodes and third-party modules—as well as the entire M5Stack sensor hat ecosystem, seamlessly integrating with Arduino Cloud for remote monitoring and data visualization. With pre-assembled hardware, a rugged enclosure, and support for Arduino IDE, MicroPython, and UIFlow, the Nesso N1 eliminates friction in setup, allowing you to focus on turning your ideas into reality.
Main Benefits
- Powerful connectivity in one device: supports Wi-Fi® 6, Bluetooth® 5.0, Thread 1.4, and LoRa®.
- Ready to use: pre-assembled in a rugged enclosure with a rechargeable battery and display for immediate prototyping.
- Intuitive interaction: touchscreen, programmable buttons, and onboard sensors simplify control and feedback.
- Plug-and-play expandability: easily connect to Arduino Modulino nodes, M5Stack sensor hats, Grove, and Qwiic modules for rapid project expansion.
- Seamless software flexibility: write code using Arduino IDE, MicroPython, or UIFlow, and visualize data through the Arduino Cloud dashboard.
- Built for speed and creativity: skip mechanical design and setup time, focusing on building smarter solutions faster.
Explore Application Examples
- Smart homes and hubs: create a connected home control center, transform infrared-controlled devices into IoT devices, or develop custom automation projects.
- Industrial automation: use the Nesso N1 as an edge node to monitor equipment, collect sensor data, or implement predictive maintenance between factory systems.
- Agriculture and environmental monitoring: connect soil, weather, or irrigation sensors via Thread to support sustainable and data-driven agriculture.
- Education and research: prototype multi-protocol IoT systems, collect and visualize real-time data, or use it as a flexible STEM project learning platform.
Technical Specifications
| Microcontroller | ESP32-C6 consisting of a high-performance (HP) 32-bit RISC-V processor and a low-power (LP) 32-bit RISC-V processor, with the former capable of reaching frequencies of up to 160 MHz and the latter up to 20 MHz. | Interface | QWIIC Treehouse |
| Memory | 16MB Flash 512KB Static Random Access Memory | Display | 1.14′ Touchscreen |
| Universal Serial Bus | 1x USB-C connector | Buttons | 2 Programmable buttons1 Power/Reset/Start button |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi® 6 Bluetooth® 5.3802.15.4 Thread® 1.4LoRa® (850-960MHz) from SX1262 module Zigbee 3.0 | Extras | RGB LED Built-in lithium polymer battery |
| Input Voltage (Nominal) | 5 Volts | ||
| Sensors | 6-axis IMU Infrared transmitter Passive buzzer | Dimensions | 18 mm x 45 mm |
