No Bars Club gear guide
CHOOSE MESH HARDWARE BY USE CASE.
Pick the job first, compare compatible hardware and choose the setup that fits your project.
Use case drivenCompatibility firstReviewed September 2026
Choose a path
Start with intent.
Hardware and firmware support change. Confirm the exact board revision in the official flasher before choosing hardware.
First mesh radio
Start inexpensive, learn the workflow and avoid overbuilding your first node.
Start here →MeshCore devices
Companion, standalone and infrastructure oriented paths.
Compare MeshCore gear →Meshtastic devices
Low power, beginner and standalone hardware paths.
Compare Meshtastic gear →Outdoor & fixed nodes
Weather ready and elevated options for longer term installations.
Compare outdoor options →915 MHz antennas
Portable and fixed node choices with connector and placement guidance.
Choose an antenna →Power & accessories
Batteries, pass throughs and practical supporting hardware.
See supporting gear →Starter checklist
Open the starter gear list →Know what you need before choosing hardware.
Use the starter checklist to avoid frequency, connector, power and compatibility mistakes.