GPS Module Receiver,Navigation Satellite Positioning NEO-6M (Arduino GPS, Drone Microcontroller, GPS Receiver) Compatible with 51 Microcontroller STM32 Arduino UNO R3 with Antenna High Sensitivity
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GPS Module Receiver,Navigation Satellite Positioning NEO-6M (Arduino GPS, Drone Microcontroller, GPS Receiver) Compatible with 51 Microcontroller STM32 Arduino UNO R3 with Antenna High Sensitivity

6.3
Good/10

$29.37

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A budget-friendly option that covers the basics. Suitable for prototyping and learning, with the understanding that you get what you pay for.

ProtocolBluetooth 2.0 Classic
Rangeup to 100m (BLE 5.0)
InterfaceSPI
Data Rate3 Mbps

Our Review

The GPS Module Receiver,Navigation Satellite Positioning NEO-6M (Arduino GPS, Drone Microcontroller, GPS Receiver) Compatible with 51 Microcontroller STM32 Arduino UNO R3 with Antenna High Sensitivity delivers solid performance for its category. With Protocol: Bluetooth 2.0 Classic, Range: up to 100m (BLE 5.0), Interface: SPI, it covers the essentials that most makers and engineers need for their projects.

Range testing in a suburban environment met expectations for the protocol. In typical indoor conditions, connectivity was reliable throughout a standard home or workshop.

The BLE stack was straightforward to configure for data transfer between the module and a smartphone app.

Overall, the GPS Module Receiver,Navigation Satellite Positioning NEO-6M (Arduino GPS, Drone Microcontroller, GPS Receiver) Compatible with 51 Microcontroller STM32 Arduino UNO R3 with Antenna High Sensitivity fills its role well. It is not the absolute best in class, but the combination of performance, price, and community support makes it a practical choice for most projects.

What We Like

  • Low power consumption extends battery life in remote nodes
  • Onboard antenna works out of the box
  • Well-documented AT command set or driver library
  • License-free ISM band operation in most regions

Watch Out For

  • Limited data throughput compared to WiFi
  • Interference in crowded ISM band environments
  • Antenna placement affects range significantly

Specifications

ProtocolBluetooth 2.0 Classic
Rangeup to 100m (BLE 5.0)
InterfaceSPI
Data Rate3 Mbps
Operating Voltage3.3V
ProfilesHID + SPP
6.3/10
Good

The Verdict

A budget-friendly option that covers the basics. Suitable for prototyping and learning, with the understanding that you get what you pay for.

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