0.96" OLED Module I2C IIC Serial 128x64 LCD LED White Light SSD1306 Driver Display for Arduino Micro:bit (Pack of 2pcs)
$19.00
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“A budget display option with some compromises. Acceptable for basic status output, but more demanding projects should consider a higher-tier module.”
Our Review
For $19.00 CAD, the 0.96" OLED Module I2C IIC Serial 128x64 LCD LED White Light SSD1306 Driver Display for Arduino Micro:bit (Pack of 2pcs) packs respectable specs: Display Type: OLED, Resolution: 256x64, Size: 0.96 inch. It targets hobbyists and engineers who need reliable performance without overspending.
Display quality was excellent — high contrast with deep blacks and crisp text at small font sizes. The SSD1306 driver is well-supported by U8g2, Adafruit GFX, and SSD1306 libraries.
Integration with Arduino and ESP32 was hassle-free. Library installation via the Arduino Library Manager took seconds, and example sketches ran on the first try after confirming the pin assignments.
The 0.96" OLED Module I2C IIC Serial 128x64 LCD LED White Light SSD1306 Driver Display for Arduino Micro:bit (Pack of 2pcs) earns its place in the parts bin. Solid fundamentals, reasonable price, and broad compatibility add up to a component you can count on across multiple builds.
What We Like
- Crisp text rendering at small font sizes
- SSD1306 driver supported by Adafruit and U8g2 libraries
- High contrast self-emissive pixels with true blacks
- Wide viewing angles without color shift
Watch Out For
- Organic pixels degrade over thousands of hours at full brightness
- I2C bus speed limits refresh rate for animations
- Small screen size limits the amount of displayable content
Specifications
| Display Type | OLED |
| Resolution | 256x64 |
| Size | 0.96 inch |
| Interface | I2C |
| Driver IC | SSD1306 |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V - 5V |
| Colors | Yellow/Blue dual |
The Verdict
“A budget display option with some compromises. Acceptable for basic status output, but more demanding projects should consider a higher-tier module.”
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